Josh Patoka

Safest Banks in the U.S. (+ Tips for Keeping Your Money Safe)

When you're depositing your hard-earned money, you want to know that you're dealing with a stable and secure bank that is going to keep your money safe. While no financial institution is 100% risk-free, some banks are more stable than others. Here is our list of the safest banks in the U.S. Learn more.

10 Best Check-Cashing Apps: Cash Your Checks Online

You don't need a bank account to cash your check online. Check cashing apps like Venmo, PayPal, and others now give you an option to deposit your check quickly via a mobile device. Many apps also let you transfer and spend your funds. Here is our list of the best check cashing apps available right now. Learn more.

Amex Gold vs. Platinum: Which Rewards Credit Card is Better?

The American Express Gold and Platinum cards are among the most prestigious rewards credit cards available today. Both offer generous point rewards earning capability and feature a long list of additional travel and lifestyle benefits. So which card is the better of the two? Find out in this head to head comparison.

JustAnswer Review 2025: Get Paid for Your Expertise

The call it the information super highway, but getting trustworthy answers to complex questions on the internet is still challenging. With JustAnswer, you can get paid as an expert to answer questions for people on almost any topic. In fact, many JustAnswer experts earn between $2000 and $7000 on the platform. Learn more in this JustAnswer review.

ACH Transfers vs. Wire Transfers: What’s the Difference?

ACH transfers and wire transfers allow you to send and receive money electronically. But despite their many similarities, the two transfer types have several differences. This ACH vs. wire transfer comparison looks at the advantages of each method and explains how each cash delivery option works. Learn more.

What Bank Is Cash App?

Cash App is a popular mobile payment service that allows users to send, receive, and store money, buy and sell Bitcoin, and trade stocks, but is Cash App a bank? Find out how Cash App is able to offer banking services to millions of Americans, and what bank Cash App uses.

Action Alerts PLUS Review 2025

Action Alerts PLUS from TheStreet is a premium investment newsletter offering daily portfolio updates, multiple investment ideas, and interactive conference calls and forums. Can it help you pick the right stocks for your portfolio and how does it compare to other stock-picking newsletters? Find out in this Action Alerts PLUS review.

Curzio Research Review: Is it Worth the Cost?

Curzio Research publishes several investing newsletters to help you with in depth market analysis, unique stock ideas, and other tools, with the goal of helping you generate market-beating returns. But with prices that range from $99 to $5000 annually, is Curzio Research worth the cost? Find out in this full Curzio Research review.

Where to Buy Mega Million Tickets Online & in Every State

Mega Millions is one of the nation’s most popular lotteries thanks to its valuable prizes and the fact that you can buy tickets in 45 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Playing the Mega Millions? Here's where to buy Mega Million tickets online & in every state before the next draw.

Best Credit Cards for Las Vegas

While getting cheap flights and travel packages to Vegas is easy, Las Vegas can still be an expensive place to visit. Thankfully, there are credit cards that seem tailor-made to help you enjoy the best that Vegas has to offer. Earn points for hotel stays, dining out, Uber credits, and more with the best credit cards for Las Vegas.

Oxford Communiqué Review: Is it Worth It?

Investment newsletters give average investors access to world-class investment advice from top experts. But are they worth the cost? Some subscriptions can run into the hundreds of dollars. In this Oxford Communiqué review, we look at one of the most affordable newsletters available today, and let you know if it's worth the price, and who it's best suited for.

PeerStreet Alternatives: Top Real Estate Crowdfunding Platforms

PeerStreet, the popular real estate crowdfunding platform, filed for bankruptcy in June 2023. Thankfully, several similar platforms accept accredited and non-accredited investors, allowing you to invest in residential and commercial real estate. Here are 8 PeerStreet alternatives worth considering.

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