Think Twice Before Hiding Valuables In These Common Places In Your Home
There are some common places in the home where thieves always look first, which means you need to be strategic if/when hiding your valuables there.
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Here's What The DOL's New Overtime Rule Really Means
The Department of Labor recently announced new baselines for employee pay that qualifies as exempt from overtime, with a two-tiered implementation.
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This US State Has The Highest Cost Of Living For Single People
While it's most expensive to live in this state for singles, it's actually expensive for everyone. That said, the state also ranks high for disposable income.
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How To Add A Personal Touch To Your Wedding And Save Money
Per The Knot, the average cost of alcohol for a wedding of 50 or fewer guests was $1,430 in 2023, or 9% more than in 2022. Here's a way you can save.
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Pay Attention: Tips To Saving Your First $100K
Many financial experts would agree that $100K is a magic number for savings. To get there, it takes budgeting and giving your money a chance to grow.
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Student Loans: What You Need To Know Before Switching To An IDR Plan
Federal student loan debt accounts for over 91% of all student loan debt in the U.S. This includes 6.2% of borrowers who are 62 years of age or older.
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One Of The Cheapest States To Retire In Is Also A Popular Travel Destination
Looking for a cheap place to retire? A certain Mountain West state offers a natural beauty tourists flock to, but also various ways to save for its residents.
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What Happens If You Miss A Student Loan Payment?
U.S. student loan debt totals $1.753T. If you miss a loan payment, what happens next will largely depend on if you have a federal or a private loan.
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The Best Places To Put Your Extra Money
If you find yourself with some extra money, congrats. But, rather than splurging it, consider better uses for it, including ones in which you can earn a return.
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How Keeping This Old Item Around Can Boost Your Net Worth
Per Experian, the average monthly car payment in 2024 is $735 for a new car and $523 for used. For many, though, there's no need to take on this debt.
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Saving Money Is Easiest If You Live In This US City
According to a new study, there's a Midwestern city where it's easiest to save money. Factors include lower credit card debt and more affordable housing.
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Places In The US Where It's Actually Cheaper To Rent Than Buy
Per Zillow, rent in California is 33% higher than the national median. This said, a recent study finds renting is cheaper than buying in most major U.S. cities.
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Is Paying Off A Car Loan Early A Good Strategy? Here's The Truth
The average auto loan balance grew by 5.2% in 2023, per Experian data. For many, erasing this debt would be helpful, but there are other advantages, too.
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Monthly Expenses You're Forgetting To Put In Your Budget
A budget makes it easier to track spending. Unfortunately, many of us forget to budget for certain expenses, so keep these in mind when creating yours.
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4 Of The Best Tax Breaks After 50 (You May Not Realize You Can Get)
They say the median retirement age is 62. However, there are certain tax breaks you can start to take advantage of before you retire, even as early as age 50.
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11 Outdated Money Rules You Can Stop Following Today
The internet is full of financial advice, some of which is relevant to today's buyers and savers while some theories are now outdated.
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Once You Hit This Age, You Should Have A Will
While people may think about retirement planning early on, they likely don't think of writing a will. However, according to financial experts, you should.
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Why Renters Are Winning: Don't Let Society Pressure You Into Buying A Home
The median home price in the U.S. is around $420,000. This makes buying a home for many impossible. Others however, simply rather rent, and that's OK.
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Why Don't All Jobs Pay Overtime?
Why you may work beyond a 40-hour workweek, you may not be entitled to overtime pay; it depends on if your position is classified as exempt or nonexempt.
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The Highest-Paid NFL Players Make An Astounding Amount Of Money
With 53 players on an NFL team's roster, star franchise players always account for the bulk of a team's total salary. Here's who earns the most.
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The Best Way To Save Money If You're Living Paycheck To Paycheck
Payroll.org reports 78% of surveyed Americans said they were living paycheck to paycheck in 2023. This said, there's often still a way to save each month.
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At What Age Should You Become Financially Independent From Your Parents?
Given the economy, the age young adults become financially independent is different from the past. Yet, there is an age range you and your parents can aim for.
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Clear Signs You're Above Average Financially (Even If It Doesn't Feel That Way)
Contrary to what you may see on social media, if you consistently pay your bills on time and meet these other metrics, you're doing fine financially.
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Is A Fabletics Membership Actually Worth The Price?
For brand activewear, you may have considered subscribing to Fabletics. If so, here's what you need to know to get the most out of your membership.
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The 'Dirty Word' One Expert Financial Adviser Wants To Rebrand
Making sure your paycheck covers all your expenses is a math problem most of us take on each month. It's important to remember, though, to reward yourself, too.
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Scam Warning: Never Respond If Someone Calls You And Uses These Phrases
Per Trucaller's latest scam report, 21% of Americans lost money from phone scams in 2023. To protect yourself, start by learning what to listen for.
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The 3 Worst Personal Finance Mistakes Experts Warn You're Probably Making
CFP Lawrence Sprung shares with us three of the most common mistakes he sees people making when it comes to their finances and retirement planning.
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