The Alarming Reasons People Are Paying For Dating Apps Today
The Pew Research Center reports about 30% of Americans say they've used a dating app. Despite many of these apps being free to use, many opt to pay. Here's why.
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Smart Savings Moves To Make With Inflation Still Rising
When inflation is high, it's important to look into savings strategies that will still earn you money and preserve your buying power. Here are a few options.
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What Is The 4% Rule For Retirement Savings?
Financial adviser Bill Bengen came up with the 4% rule for retirement savings in 1994. Could a rule that's 30 years old still be relevant and useful today?
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Here's The Salary You Need If You Want The Maximum Social Security Benefit In 2024
What you earn in a year plays a central role in your Social Security payout in retirement, but there are other factors, too; in particular, the age you retire.
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One Simple Way To Tell The Difference Between Good Debt And Bad Debt
The very word "debt" carries with it a negative connotation, leaving many to think all debt is bad. Yet, there is good debt, and this is how you can tell.
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Money-Phobia Is Crushing Millennials And Gen Z: A Financial Expert Explains
Younger Americans dealing with difficult economic hurdles today are also facing a daunting financial future, especially when it comes to saving for retirement.
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Social Media Platforms That Make The Most Money For Creators
If you're thinking of becoming a content creator, it all starts with choosing a niche .... and a platform. Here, we share some numbers to help you compare.
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How Sports Betting Impacts The Economy
In February 2024, the commercial gaming industry marked 36 consecutive months of annual growth. What exactly, though, does all this money mean for the economy?
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Countries Where You Never Need To Leave A Tip
Given the tipping culture in the U.S., it's understandable if you're unsure about leaving a tip in other countries. For these five, at least, you never need to.
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The Staggering Rise In Auto Insurance Rates Explained
While car owners have myriad choices today between ICE, electric, and hybrid models, they're also all experiencing something similar: high(er) insurance rates.
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How To Choose The Best Student Loan Repayment Plan For You
When it comes to paying off your student loan, you have options. These include plans with fixed rates, graduated rates, and income-driven arrangements.
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Buying A Home When Your Partner Has Bad Credit? Protect Yourself With These Expert Tips
If your partner has bad credit, it's important you find out sooner than later. Together, you can figure out a strategy to protect yourself while helping them.
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The 3 Most Serious Financial Challenges Families Face In 2024, According To An Expert
Money Digest spoke with finance expert Jason Tartick about the financial challenges families face today, at a time when change is the "only constant."
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Where Does The Money Go When A Professional Athlete Gets Fined?
Sports fines in a season can easily eclipse several million dollars, and when the accountants go to balance the books, here's where they can say the money goes.
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Here's How Much The Average American Spends On Alcohol Each Year
In addition to how much Americans spend on alcohol purchases each year, we take a look at what they're spending their money on and how the market has changed.
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Can You Borrow Money From Chime?
Chime is a banking app, but Chime isn't a bank. It's a fintech company that partners with banks. Among its services is SpotMe. Here's how it works.
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This Is The Exact Time Romantic Partners Need To Share Their Credit Reports
Your credit report contains sensitive, highly personal information, but there will come a time when you will need to share it with your partner. Here's when.
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How Does The US Stamp Price Compare To The Rest Of The World?
The price of a Forever® stamp seems to increase regularly, but certain perspectives may change once consumers see how USPS mail prices compare with the world.
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What Is A Postnuptial Agreement And Why Might You Need One?
For couples who forgo signing a prenup before marriage, this financial conversation can still happen down the road in the form of a postnuptial agreement.
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Better Know Your Wallet: The Cost Of Financial Illiteracy Is Skyrocketing For One Big Reason
Not knowing about money matters can cost you, but there's one area in particular where a lack of financial literacy can result in an outsized mistake.
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What You Can Do If You Know Someone With A Gambling Problem
More and more Americans are gambling these days. As of 2023, there were 486 commercial casinos in the U.S., while sports betting is now legal in 38 states.
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Neglecting These Home Maintenance Red Flags Will Cost You A Fortune
Not tending to home maintenance issues in a timely manner could prove a costly mistake, as problems like a hole, stain, or noise won't resolve on their own.
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The Real Reason Our Historically Strong Economy Isn't Benefiting You
For those who feel they're missing out on the country's strong economic showing, we asked expert Jason Tartick to help us get to the bottom of why this may be.
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Think Twice Before Making That Extra Mortgage Payment. Here's Why
If a financial goal of yours is paying off your mortgage, then extra payments is a way to go. It's also important, though, to weigh the full financial picture.
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Who Cleans Out Foreclosed Homes?
Per ATTOM, foreclosures in 2023 represented 0.26% of U.S. housing. One thing to keep in mind when it comes to foreclosures: the dirty job of cleaning them out.
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What Is Gap Insurance And Why Is It Important?
If you finance a new vehicle (either to buy or lease), a type of insurance you may want to look into is gap insurance, short for "guaranteed asset protection."
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Clever Tricks To Save You Money At Home Depot
Home Depot is a great place to shop for home improvement supplies, and these tips will ensure you optimize your budget in the process.
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