How The Chip In Your Credit Card Works To Combat Fraud
Chip cards offer consumers more security through tokenization. Through this encryption process, your primary account number is never shared with the merchant.
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The Best And Worst Stock Predictions In United States History
Predicting the unpredictable is a way to describe the stock market. Just take a look at our roundup of devastating losses, major wins, and regrettable what-ifs.
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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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Can You Actually Lose Money In A High-Yield Savings Account?
HYSAs definitely earn you more money than a traditional savings account, however, there's one factor to check to ensure you don't lose purchasing power.
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The Cost Of Crime For Those Living In America's Most Dangerous Cities
The economic and societal costs of crime for those living in the most dangerous U.S. cities is even more striking when compared to those living in the safest.
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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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The Richest People During The Great Depression
While most experienced the full devastating impact of the Great Depression, some Americans would build their fortunes during this period of economic decline.
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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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Will Biden's Tax Hike Affect Your Retirement?
While President Joe Biden's budget proposal for fiscal year 2025 targets high-income earners, could it still affect taxpayers making far less? We take a look.
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These Are The Worst Places To Keep Your Savings
When figuring out the worst places to keep your savings, consider safety, of course, but also earning potential and how accessible your money will be.
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The Oldest Coin In Circulation
The oldest coin in circulation isn't American, and "oldest" likely doesn't mean what you think. We'll explain, as well as go over the coin's design and history.
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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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You Might Be Chasing Ghost Jobs And Not Even Know It
Applying for jobs can be a daunting task, made only worse when the positions you're applying for aren't actually available at the time.
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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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McDonald's Happy Meal Toys That Are Worth A Ton Of Money
McDonald's didn't always have Happy Meals. In fact, the kid-friendly box with a free toy inside didn't debut until 39 years after the chain was founded in 1940.
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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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