Money
- Banking
- Budgeting
- Credit Cards
- Debt
- Home-Buying
- Housing
- Insurance
- Investing
- Retirement
- Scams
- Shopping
- Personal Finance
- Side-Hustles
- Taxes
Two Cents demystifies personal finance and teaches you how to budget on your own terms, which investments are right for you, and how to achieve financial independence and a comfortable retirement.
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Four Subtle Contractor Scams to Look For
There are red flags you should look for before, during, and after the work is complete.
Three Steps to Take When Your Landlord Is Also Your Neighbor
Neighbor relationships can be fraught—but what happens when they literally own your home?
Five Ways to Save Your Home If It’s Put up for a Sheriff’s Auction
You’re not totally out of options.
'Funding' Your Retirement Account Isn't the Same As Investing
You need to actually select investments to buy with your cash.
Five Ways to Spot a Credit Card Skimmer
Card skimmers are easy to install and hard to detect. But if you do these five things every time you swipe or insert a card, you’ll be fine.
Five Ways to Sell Your Car for More Money
Preparation and strategy go a long way toward getting you a better price.
The Secret Checking Account Reports You Should Be Monitoring
You know about all checking your credit reports—but there are also reports banks use to track fraud and risk on your checking account, and you need to look at those, too.
Here’s What It Means to Add an Authorized User on Your Credit Card
You can help someone build their credit while minimizing risks to your own.
What to Do If a 'Zombie Mortgage' Comes Back to Haunt You
Don't let these undead loans terrorize your financial future.
Stagger Your Savings (and Maximize the Interest) by Building a 'CD Ladder'
You can earn higher interest rates while maintaining flexibility and access to your funds.
Four Downsides to High-Rise Buildings That People Don't Consider
You might think a high-rise apartment is nothing but spectacular views, doorman services, and luxury—but there are some downsides you only learn when you live there.
Why Selling Your House and Renting in Retirement Is a Bad Idea
Cashing out your equity and getting the flexibility of a rental sounds great, but it could cost you—and your heirs.
These LEGO Sets Are Still on Sale After Prime Day
LEGO are always pricey, so take advantage of a deal when you can find one.
How to Return Any Amazon Prime Day Purchase You Now Regret
You can easily return the items you buy from Amazon. Most of the time.
The Prime Day Deals Lifehacker Readers Love Most (So Far)
These products are the best, according to... you.
The GoPro Hero12 Changed My Life, and It's 25% Off for Prime Day
This camera is worth it at any price, but especially now that it's cheaper.
The Best Amazon Prime Day Deals If You Are Experiencing Overwhelming Existential Dread
Are you drowning in pain and regret? Try shopping!
‘Pretirement’ Can Stress-Test Your Retirement Plans
Every plan you’re making for retirement is just a guess until you try it IRL.
Seven Signs Your Financial Advisor Is Actually Doing a Good Job
How to tell if the person managing your money is doing it right.
You Can Get One Year Membership to BJ’s for $20 Right Now
A membership to BJ's is on sale for over 50% off right now.