Carson Kohler
The Penny Hoarder
Washington, DC, United States
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5 Dangerous Habits That Are Making Us Miss Out on a Whole Bunch of Money –
We all have bad habits. We leave our laundry on the bathroom floor. We bite our nails. We swear a little too often. We hit the snooze button four times in a row. But perhaps the most dangerous? Bad money habits. Money habits can be difficult to break. Heck, sometimes they can be difficult to recognize just because they’re so ingrained in our day-to-day lives. But now’s the time to pinpoint these… → Read More
6 Ways to Cut Your Most Expensive Bills Without Giving Up Anything –
You’ve done what you can to cut back your spending. You brew coffee at home, you don’t walk into Target and you refuse to order avocado toast. (Can you sense my millennial sarcasm there?) But no matter how cognizant you are of your spending habits, you’re still stuck with those inescapable monthly bills. You know which ones I’m talking about: rent, utilities, cell phone bill, insurance,… → Read More
Your Car Insurance Is Going Up — Again. Here Are 12 Ways to Lower Your Bill
Wondering how to lower your car insurance bill when it keeps increasing each year? Here are a few simple and practical tips to help you find some savings. → Read More
Planning to Donate Soon? Be Sure to Consider These 3 Things
Charitable giving has dramatically increased on both sides post-Roe v. Wade. Whenever you donate, follow these tips to ensure your money has the biggest impact. → Read More
21 Fun, Free Things to Do in Orlando (Because Disney Gets Expensive)
Are you visiting Orlando? Or live there? You don’t have to break the bank each time you venture out. We put together a list of 20 fun, free things to do in Orlando. → Read More
Hire a Mover or DIY? The Cheapest Way to Move Across Country
Moving across the country can be ridiculously expensive — not to mention confusing — so we looked at three ways to do it and tried to figure out which option was the cheapest. → Read More
This 21-Day Challenge is Perfect For People With $5K or More in Credit Card Debt
Have credit card debt? Commit to this 21-day challenge, and get on track to becoming debt free. → Read More
Looking for Remote Work? Watch Out for These State Restrictions
If you’re looking for remote work, watch out for these state restrictions for remote jobs. Here are four reasons companies may not hire where you live. → Read More
9 Dangerous Habits That Are Making Us Miss Out on a Whole Bunch of Money
When it comes to your money, financial assumptions can be quite dangerous. Here’s how to avoid these common financial assumptions. → Read More
When to Use Parentheses and How to Use Them Correctly
Parentheses are often overused in our writing. In this guide, learn when to use parentheses and when to edit them out. → Read More
If Your Paycheck is Over $1,500, Make These 4 Moves Before Payday
Paycheck over $1,500? It’s time to make these six simple moves before your next payday. (Honestly, you can do most of them today.) → Read More
This Site Tells You If You Qualify For 350+ Tax Deductions and Credits in Minutes
Wondering how to maximize your tax return? TurboTax searches more than 350 tax deductions and credits to see what you qualify for. Get started in minutes. → Read More
This 21-Day Challenge is Perfect For People With $5K or More in Credit Card Debt
Have credit card debt? Commit to this 21-day challenge, and get on track to becoming debt free. → Read More
This 18-Day Challenge Is Perfect for People With $5K or More in Credit Card Debt
Have credit card debt? Commit to this 21-day challenge, and get on track to becoming debt free. → Read More
6 Shrewd Secrets from Women Who’ve Fixed Credit, Paid Debt and Made Fortunes
Women and money: We compiled some of our favorite money advice from women who’ve overcome debt, improved their credit scores and started investing. → Read More
4 Clever Ways to Get Free Gift Cards Before Next Friday
On the hunt for free gift cards? (Some free Amazon gift cards would be nice, huh?) We’ve rounded up six of our favorite — and easiest — ways to score some gift cards today. → Read More
9 Legitimate Ways to Get Free Money Online Right Now
Can you really find free money on the internet? We’ve spent days scouring the internet to round up the most foolproof ways to earn some extra cash today. → Read More
This California Couple Made $37K Renting out RVs This Year Through This Website
This couple shares their honest RVshare review — and how they managed to bank $37K in a little over a year through the online RV rental marketplace. → Read More
Amazon Shoppers: Here’s How You Can Earn More Than $25 in Gift Cards This Week
Are you an avid Amazon shopper? Here’s how to get free Amazon gift cards — up to $25 worth! → Read More
Want to Quit Your Job? Here’s What You’d Have to Do to Make $73,480/Year
Sick of your job? We put together a strategy to help you potentially replace a salary with side gigs. → Read More