Is It Cheaper To Do Laundry At Home Or At A Laundromat?
Whether or not you should do your laundry at home or at a laundromat largely depends on the upfront cost of equipment to gain long-term savings.
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Stories By Byron Armstrong
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Popular Companies That Are Worried About Tariffs In 2025
Many major American corporations have expressed concern about potential impacts from Donald Trump's proposed tariffs, threatening to raise prices.
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The Worst Financial Crimes Committed By Celebrities
Celebrities have on many occasions gotten themselves into trouble for avoiding taxes or not filing their returns altogether -- or worse.
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One Of The Best Places For Retirees Is A Quaint Texas College Town Full Of Restaurants And Music
This city is both a big city and a college town, with world-class live music and dining and an affordable cost of living for seniors.
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The College Sport That Makes The Most Money Is Also One Of America's Most Popular
This sport is big business, with the highest-valued teams worth well over $1 billion that comes from a variety of funding sources.
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A Little-Known Los Angeles Suburb Is Considered One Of America's Most Expensive Retirement Communities
This California city has a higher cost of living than most other California locales, and that stretches beyond housing and groceries.
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The Real Reason Americans Are Going Child Free
More Americans than ever are choosing not to have children, with reasons ranging from concerns around climate change to financial insecurity.
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How Much Money You'd Have Now If You Invested $1,000 In Verizon In The '90s
If you'd invested $1,000 in Verizon, formerly Bell Atlantic Corp., in the 1990s, the return would be more modest than the S&P 500.
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You Can Win The Lottery Twice In These US States
At least wwo U.S. states have sold winning lottery tickets to the same person twice -- proving that even if you're incredibly lucky, keep playing.
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These 5 U.S. States Have The Cheapest Assisted Living Costs For Seniors
Assisted living isn't going to be cheap no matter where you live, but it can be slightly more affordable in some states than in others.
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10 Things You Should Stop Buying To Save More Money
Many small everyday spends can be done much cheaper or eliminated entirely, significantly increasing your savings budget going forward.
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The Biggest Money Heists In American History
The biggest money heists in U.S. history span from coast to coast, though the city of Boston plays a central role in quite in a few of them.
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Companies That Came Roaring Back From Bankruptcy
Declaring bankruptcy doesn't always mean the end for a business. Rather, it can be an opportunity to re-approach and come back stronger.
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The Most Profitable Shark Tank Products Of All Time
Many Shark Tank pitchers have gone on to great success, but none more than these businesses that have generated hundreds of millions in sales.
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Shark Tank's Hy-Conn: What Happened To The Brand After Its Season 2 Pitch
Hy-Conn is one of the few products to appear on "Shark Tank" that ended with an offer to buy the company outright. But, did the deal actually close?
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Which Is Cheaper: Washing Dishes By Hand Might Vs. Using A Dishwasher
Using a dishwasher requires a much larger upfront investment than buying a sponge and some dish soap, but in the long term it's a money-saving purchase.
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Rare Coins That Brought In A Massive Payday On Pawn Stars
In the 23 seasons of "Pawn Stars" (and counting), these are three of the biggest coin buys (from the 20th, 18th, and 17th centuries) Rick Harrison has made.
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Why Only Listening To Social Security Representatives Could Cost You
Everyone is different, and claiming Social Security is a perfect case, as no two people will be the same as far as benefits, circumstance, or goals.
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Perfume Bottles That Are Worth A Ton Of Money (And May Be In Your Closet)
With collectible perfume bottles, it's not only a matter of aesthetics. Other factors include the maker, the bottle's condition, and place of origin.
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11 Huge Mistakes Costing You Money At Costco
Costco is known for bulk buying, but there are many other tricks that can save you big money while shopping at the big-box retail giant.
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5 Secrets The Wealthy Use To Protect And Grow Their Fortune
One in every 15 people in the U.S. is a millionaire. No matter your net worth, you can still employ many of the same strategies to protect your money.
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Once You Hit This Net Worth Number, You'll Be In The Top 10%
According to the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, the top 10% in household wealth in the United States holds 67% of the country's total wealth.
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Unexpected Musical Instruments That Are Worth A Ton Of Money
Musical instruments are invaluable to the person who plays them. Still, they can become collector's items and prove a savvy investment for the future.
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3 Reasons To Break The Rules And Collect Your Social Security Early
While Social Security incentivizes workers to delay claiming benefits, there are scenarios when it makes sense to collect early, even at a reduction.
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Mistakes That Could Cost You Your Social Security Benefits
Nearly 90% of retired Americans aged 65 and older receive Social Security benefits, and for many, it's a significant part (~30%) of their retirement income.
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Reduce Your Taxes On Social Security With This Generous Tip
The Social Security Administration says ~40% of Social Security recipients pay taxes on their benefits. Here's a way to possibly get into the other group.
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13 Clever Tricks To Save You Money At Aldi
Shopping at Aldi offers numerous benefits to budget-conscious shoppers including lower costs than other brands and a forgiving return policy.
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