Are cash gifts a cop-out?

Plus, a beachy giveaway, the right way to quit, finance apps for kids & more [The Penny Hoarder] DAILY DAILY December 17, 2021 Hey Penny Hoarders, Today, we’re teaching you that cash gifts don’t have to be passive and boring. Plus, if you dream of whiling away the day lying on a sunny beach in paradise, we have a contest that could make it a reality for you. [Budgeting]( [6 Tech Tools for Kids That Could Increase Your Own Money IQ]( It’s never too early to teach your little ones about good ol’ fiscal responsibility. These apps help keep your kids ahead of the financial curve — plus, you might learn a few things yourself. [LEARN MORE]( [19 Creative Money Gift Ideas Perfect for the Holiday Season]( Giving cash as a present may feel like a bit of a cop-out. But oftentimes, that’s exactly the gift a person needs. These clever ideas add a personal touch to an otherwise seemingly impersonal gift. In Case You Missed It Check out some of our recent top stories! [Leave a Job on Good Terms With This Employee Resignation Checklist]( [These Home Projects Need a Pro. Don’t DIY and Regret It]( [Save Money]( [Could You Survive a Week With What You Have in the Pantry?]( by Tiffany Connors [How to Become a Pro Babysitter]( Are you a whiz with kids? If so, it might be time to consider a career change. Babysitting isn’t just a passive job for teens. Find out how you could be making some serious money doing what you love. [Win a Trip to Sunny Punta Cana!]( Looking for a way to melt away all the stress of the holidays? How about a trip to sunny Punta Cana, Dominican Republic? There’s still time to enter for a chance to win two round-trip tickets and a 4-night stay at Paradisus Palma Real Golf & Spa Resort. SPONSORED Today's Quick Picks - [Take This Challenge if You Have $5K or More in Credit Card Debt]( - [When Money Is Tight, These 7 Resources Will Help Nearly Everyone]( - [5 Quick, Smart Steps to Set Yourself Up for Life (Starting Now)]( - Things We Don’t Buy Anymore (and 1 Surprising Thing We’re Buying More of)]( - [The 6 Biggest Money Secrets Most Rich People Won’t Tell You]( 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%3D2451d3c6d220444ea4f8afa3536e2bfc%26amp%3B_e%3Do03Sd8Y3DaHA7rdNS0x4nVK4DHgGSMu0bbv2fEMzHiQpQrJE-neyIAnX-2eE_cTWKvfiz_uhK_o2nXULnnX2qtlEFcVEoH2OL949QrYfdC7mxgIMNm-kZxmn_V9cQsM8%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0AIf you like what you see, sign up using the link below.%0D%0A%0D%0A [Image] 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](.