Managing Your Money

Barclays Bank Review 2024: High Rates for Savings

Everyone wants a great interest rate on their savings. But along with a good return, it's important to do business with a bank that's accessible and trustworthy. In this review of Barclays US online bank, I'll cover the strengths and weaknesses, and present you with a few online banking alternatives to consider.

Best Net Worth Calculators: Net Worth Tracking Made Easy

Do you keep track of your net worth and how it changes over time? Many different apps offer features that calculate and track your net worth. Some cost money, but there are free apps you can use, too. To help you choose the right net worth calculator, I’ve compiled a list of the best ones available today.

Best Credit Builder Loans: What You Need to Know

There are two traditional ways to build credit - make payments on a credit card, or loan. But neither of these options build credit without debt. So if you don’t feel like buying something you don’t need right now, a credit builder loan lets you receive your loan proceeds back at the end of the repayment term.

5 Money in Excel Alternatives

If you love budgeting spreadsheets, there's a good chance you've heard of Money in Excel. Unfortunately, Microsoft will no longer support the program after June 30, 2023. If you're a current user, it might be time to consider replacement budget software. This article covers five Money in Excel alternatives you may want to try.

10 Online Banks Like Chime: Which One Is Best for You?

At 10 million members strong, Chime is a hugely popular online bank. But other fintech companies and digital banks offer similar products and features. How do you know which is best suited for you? Here are 10 online banks, like Chime, for you to consider.

Monarch Money Review: Create a Plan for Your Money

Are you looking for a financial app that can track banking accounts, help you budget, and suggest ways to improve your finances? Monarch Money is a popular budgeting app that can monitor your financial progress and make it easier to plan for the future. This Monarch Money review covers the various financial tools available to you.

Brigit Review: Credit Builder Loans, Cash Advances, and More

There are many personal finance apps with tools designed to help you recover your footing and build a stronger financial future. One such app is Brigit. In this Brigit Review, I’ll cover their various products and services, share some pros and cons, and let you know who Brigit is best suited for.

What Is Total Annual Income and Why Is It Important?

There are times when you may be asked what your total annual income is. It could be during income tax season or when you apply for a mortgage or car loan. But what does total annual income mean? What is (and isn't) included in the calculation?

Fingerhut Alternatives: 10 Buy Now, Pay Later Sites

Fingerhut is a catalog and online retailer that offers buy now pay later arrangements to its customers. The benefit comes in the form of affordable payments and the opportunity to build or repair your credit. But Fingerhut isn't the only player in the game. Here are 8 Fingerhut alternatives for you to consider.

How to Convert Visa Gift Cards to Cash

Gift cards are great, especially when you get them for free. But sometimes, you just need cold, hard cash to pay the rent, send a friend some money, or catch up on some bills. In this article, I’ll show you how to convert your Visa gift card to cash.

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