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So far, the average tax refund has been 11.2% larger than the previous tax year.

Average tax refund is 11.2% higher, latest IRS filing data shows The average tax refund is 11.2% higher this season, according to the latest IRS filing data. Here's what taxpayers need to know.

From emergency funds to lines of credit, here is a breakdown of the best and worst ways to access cash quickly.

10 Sources of Emergency Cash, Ranked From Best to Worst The CARES Act makes it easier to gain access to retirement accounts in a pinch, but they're not likely to be your best source of emergency cash.

While some are just trying to make extra income flexibly, recent statistics reveal that for many Americans, side hustles are a necessity.

Side Hustle Statistics 2026: Income, Inflation and Why 53% Rely on Extra Work Side hustles are no longer optional for many of us. In fact, 53% of Americans with side hustles say they’d struggle to cover essential expenses without the extra income. In The Penny Hoarder’s 2026 survey, we dove into the side hustle culture and discovered most Americans are just trying to keep...

In previous decades, 65 was considered the standard retirement age. But nowadays, people have differing ideas of what the "real" retirement age is in America.

What's the real retirement age in America? Here are 4 guesses Americans used to think of 65 as the expected retirement age. But those days are gone, and today's retirement math is increasingly fuzzy.

How can investing consistently over time help your portfolio manage market ups and downs? Find out in the latest newsletter.

How Dollar-Cost Averaging Works Plus how it compares to lump-sum investing.

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When you're trying to save, it can feel counterintuitive to spend money. These products prove that sometimes you have to spend a little to save a lot.

Frugal people say these under $50 upgrades saved them more money than expected These 35 small investments really paid off.

Using your credit card for small, everyday purchases may have more benefits than you realize -- as long as you're able to pay it off and stay out of debt.

Are You Overusing Your Debit Card? Here's What Money Experts Recommend Instead In a tap-to-pay world, it’s so easy to use your debit card for tiny little purchases—including those morning coffees. But money experts say that it’s actually better to use your credit card even for small transactions. Read on to learn more.

The timing of your retirement benefits distribution depends on the type of plans you have and any qualifying events that may have occurred.

When can a retirement plan distribute benefits? | Internal Revenue Service When a retirement plan can distribute benefits, IRA distributions, normal retirement age, vested accrued benefit, termination of employment, required minimum distributions

Are you unsure about whether you should delay taking Social Security benefits? Read this.

When to Take Social Security This newsletter can be a starting point as you make your decision.