How to track down your stimulus check

Here's where to find your stimulus status, how to plan a vacation at home & more [The Penny Hoarder] DAILY DAILY March 19, 2021 [Alternate text] [Radius]( Hey Penny Hoarders, Sure, the thermometer might suggest otherwise, but spring officially arrives this weekend. And that means your neighbors will soon be hauling out their unwanted stuff to sell at yard sales. Read [our best DIY furniture rehab tips]( so you can turn yard sale bargains into new-to-you treasures. [Save Money]( 25 Staycation Ideas That Are Low in Cost but High in Fun Having a staycation doesn’t have to mean just lounging around at home feeling bored. No matter what type of vacation you tend to gravitate toward — whether you’re a foodie, adventure seeker or culture lover — we have 25 fun, inexpensive ways to do what you love while staying local. [LEARN MORE]( Unemployment Benefits, State by State If you’re eligible for unemployment benefits, the amount you receive depends on a few factors, including which unemployment program you’re on and where you live. Check out [these maps to determine exactly how much your state is paying](. [Taxes]( [Waiting on Your Third Stimulus Check? Now You Can Track It]( by Robin Hartill, CFP® Investment Showdown: Stocks vs. Bonds In the investment world, stocks would be the life of the party while bonds would be the wallflower in the corner. But sometimes it pays to be at least a little bit boring. Here are [the five key rules to know about stocks vs. bonds]( that will make you richer. [Alternate text] [Radius]( Let’s Be Real When was the last time you walked into a brick-and-mortar bank? Been a while? The thing is, most of us don’t have any reason to head to the nearest branch; these days, banking can happen almost entirely online, straight from your phone. And to be frank? It can be a way better experience than that of your brick-and-mortar bank. [Radius]( now LendingClub Bank, N.A., Member FDIC, is a full-service virtual bank that offers perks and conveniences other banks don’t. In fact, it was named the Best Bank for Online Experience 2021 by Nerdwallet. What makes it so awesome? Well, for starters, there’s the fact that your money can help you earn more money. You’ll get unlimited 1% cash back on purchases using your Radius debit card, and for a limited time, an extra 1.5% cash back on categories like health, subscription services and dining (even delivery and takeout).* Last year, the average Radius customer received $52 in benefits like cash back and interest. Plus, there are no monthly or hidden fees, and you’ll be able to use any ATM in the world for free. (Yep.) Unlike a brick-and-mortar bank, whose hours are… not convenient, Radius offers friendly, U.S.-based customer service by chat, phone or email seven days a week. And also unlike at most traditional banks, when you set up direct deposit into your Radius account, you’re eligible to receive your paycheck up to two days early. It takes less than three minutes to apply online, so if you’re ready to ditch the inconvenience of brick-and-mortar, [make the switch to Radius today](. [APPLY TODAY]( SPONSORED Today's Quick Picks - Why aren’t you investing? We all have our reasons for why now isn’t a good time, but they’re holding us back from building real wealth. Here’s [how to overcome the top excuses]( people don’t invest. - Kick off spring cleaning by selling your old jewelry. Worthy connects sellers to their exclusive network of professional buyers, getting you up to double the local offer. [Get started](. Follow us on: [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( [YouTube]( [SHARE WITH A FRIEND](mailto:?subject=Check out this newsletter from The Penny Hoarder&body=Hey!%0D%0A%0D%0AI've been reading The Penny Hoarder newsletters and thought you'd be interested too.%0D%0A%0D%0AI get smart tips and strategies for making and managing money delivered straight to my inbox. Let The Penny Hoarder help you re-prioritize and improve your finances. Click here to see the newsletter I just read!%0D%0A%0D%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Flinks.thepennyhoarder.com%2Fe%2Fevib%3F_t%3D23a8fe520b1043d0ac0c91a3ebd443bb%26amp%3B_m%3D2e12c5b95fee47839df75452e1425a3f%26amp%3B_e%3D1L2I3dhsF__v5Ki5vAZc-DGiFOXqwO-pFGJ5js7-Y58WfuI5HXWvWudLJAA8PUxDyQ4wmkpfemZZ-ibLj2a-k3-PF31a5e5imVUuCEx5bDvTauq_XplF7NMcZZXZu5bT%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0AIf you like what you see, sign up using the link below.%0D%0A%0D%0A [Image] *Terms and conditions do apply. You can read the applicable terms by clicking the link. The Penny Hoarder | 490 1st Ave S, Suite 800 | Saint Petersburg, Florida 33701 | United States [Update mailing preferences](. If you no longer wish to receive emails, [unsubscribe here](. Questions? View our [Privacy Policy](. [View this message in browser](.