The Hidden Factor That Could Potentially Tank Your Retirement Fund
This important factor should not be overlooked when budgeting for, and investing in, your retirement, or else it could cost you.
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Stories By Carolyn Osorio
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The Common Produce Mistake That's Draining Your Grocery Budget
This particular action is the biggest way to spend too much on fresh fruits and veggies, but there's a hack to still get your fix.
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The Money You're Wasting By Ordering Takeout Instead Of Cooking Your Own Food
Eating out or ordering delivery can be a convenient splurge, but splurging too often can have a significant impact on your finances.
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Which Is Cheaper: Using A Credit Card Or A Debit Card For Everyday Purchases
Whether its best to use a credit card or debit card for everyday purchases depends on your spending habits and ability to pay off a balance.
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Why Social Security Should Matter To Young People
About 24% of those receiving Social Security benefits are not retired, and decisions made now affect generations retiring in the future.
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The Ideal Age To Pay Off Your Mortgage Might Not Be As Low As You Think
In many cases. paying off your mortgage early may not be the right financial move, depending on that money's ability to generate gains elsewhere.
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Retiring Abroad? You'll Want To Make Use Of This Social Security Benefit
It's possible to enjoy Social Security benefits while retiring abroad, and this trick will help you get the most out of the experience.
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In 10 Years, Boomers Won't Be Able To Afford To Live In These US States
Baby boomers increasingly find themselves unable or unwilling to downsize from their single-family homes, leading to high property tax bills.
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Why Experts Are Saying CD Rates Could Rise In 2025
Contrary to how rates at other investment vehicles are progressing, interest rates on CDs look to spike in 2025 thanks to a variety of factors.
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Here's What Donald Trump Did With Social Security The Last Time He Was In Office
During his first term in office, Donald Trump's impact on Social Security was actually not nearly as great as he is often given credit for.
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How Does Illegal Immigration Actually Affect Social Security?
The Social Security funding pipeline isn't enough to keep the program afloat, and illegal immigrants actually could help the problem.
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Safe Deposit Boxes Have An Unsettling Truth Banks Don't Want You To Know About
Safe deposit boxes are increasingly less common in major banks, and one major reason has to do with the liability for what's stored inside them.
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5 Goods We Buy From China That May Be Affected By Trump's Tariffs
Many of the products Americans use every day are sourced either partially or entirely from China, and therefore stand to see their cost increased.
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You've Been Warned: This Online Shopping Mistake Could Cost You A Ton Of Money
Shopping online has become more expensive in recent years, but there's one thing consumers can do to make sure their bill doesn't spike.
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Sticker Shock: You're Not Wrong, The Price Of Coffee Has Been Drastically Increasing
Coffee prices are rising around the world due to factors including climate change, which severely impacts growing regions and drives up prices.
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A Major Country Hopes A 4 Day Work Week Will Help Its Unpopular Reputation
This Asian country has a history of overworked citizens, and the country is finally taking a massive step to address the issue by reducing the workweek.
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Trump Has Big Plans For Social Security. Could It Put More Money In Your Pocket?
President-elect Donald Trump plans to eliminate taxation of Social Security benefits, which could speed up the program's projected date of insolvency.
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How Small Businesses Should Prepare To Weather Trump's Proposed Tariffs
Tariffs proposed by President-elect Donald Trump threaten to raise prices on imported goods that many small businesses depend on every day.
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Walmart CEO Has Concerning Prediction For Grocery Prices In 2025
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon expressed an opinion that food prices will continue to rise in the new year, particularly on certain items.
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The Sneaky Reason Your Grocery Bill Keeps Going Up
A behind-the-scenes player has a major role in shaping the prices of food products on shelves, combined with the practices of supermarkets themselves.
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Major Retailer Shuts Down Hundreds Of Stores Across Nationwide Chain
the video game retailer has faced significant store closures and declining revenues over the past decade, and things don't seem likely to get better.
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Galloway Reveals Grim Financial Warning About Trump Policies
President-elect Donald Trump has released a number of dangerous policy proposals that could have disasterous effects on our nation's debt.
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New Study Reveals Where Housing Market Could Boom In 2025
The strength of housing markets across the United States varies based on many factors, and in this part of the country those factors will align in 2025.
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Jaguar's Controversial New Branding Explained
Jaguar went back to the drawing board and completely reinvented its brand, in line with its pivot to all-electric vehicles beginning shortly.
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2024's Most Searched Tax Deductions Could Land You A Big Refund
If you play your cards right, these popular tax reductions could significantly boost the amount of money you'll get back from the government.
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Cyber Monday Spending Just Hit An Absurd New Record For 2024
Cyber Monday Cyber Week sales hit records this year, accounting for double-digit percentage increases in total sales throughout the period.
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Be Wise With Your Wallet: Think Twice Before Eating Out On A Major Holiday
Dining out over the holidays often leads to higher bills due to factors like prix-fixe menus and an increased reliance on buffets.
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