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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Clever Tricks To Save You Money At Target
While Target is already known as a discount department store, getting even more savings is always welcome, and we've got a few tricks that offer just that.
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The Drawbacks Of Paying Off A Loan With A Credit Card
U.S. credit card debt stands at ~$1.13 trillion. Before adding to this total to pay off a loan, it's important you understand the full cost of the solution.
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Who Are The Richest US Presidents Of All Time?
As commander in chief, U.S. presidents earn a salary of $400,000 a year -- but a fraction of the net worth of the millionaire presidents on this list.
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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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You Don't Have To Pay Sales Tax In These States
For most U.S. consumers, paying a retail sales tax is a given. However, there are five states with no state sales tax, and four have no local sales tax either.
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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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What Actually Controls The Price Of Gas In The US?
When gas prices rise at the pump, consumers often have a lot of opinions on why that may be and who is to blame. In truth, there are four factors to examine.
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States With The Highest Average Salary
Unsurprisingly, states with the highest pay have a big tech presence. In fact, the top three are each known for their tech hubs, and no, No. 1 isn't California.
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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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The Unexpected Value Of A Rare Great Depression-Era $10,000 Bill
Between 1930 and 1939, the average hourly wage for a United States laborer was 45 cents. To think that during this time, the U.S. produced a bill worth $10,000.
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How Often Does The S&P 500 Rebalance?
The stocks that comprise stock indexes, like the S&P 500, aren't the same forever. In fact, companies are added and removed (if they fall short) regularly.
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How Do Parlays Work In Sports Betting?
While you've likely heard of parlay bets, you may be less familiar with how they actually work; specifically, how these "multis" impact risk versus reward.
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Financial Advice From Jim Cramer You Should Be Listening To
It's no surprise that Jim Cramer of "Mad Money" may have a financial tip or two worth listening to. Here, we take a look at ways to save and invest, per Cramer.
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How To Know When It's Time To Sell A Stock
Emotions can get in the way of parting with a stock at the right time, which is why research is key, as the reality of the numbers can have a sobering effect.
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The Do's And Don'ts Of Using Zelle
While Zelle may be grouped together with other P2P apps, it actually works quite differently. To better understand, we asked expert Matt Schulz to explain.
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Does The Stock Market Do Better Under A Democrat Or A Republican President?
While stock market performance is often used to argue for or against a president, history tells us credit (or blame) for the stock market belongs elsewhere.
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The Best Ways To Get Discounts On Your Prescriptions
Per a 2022 study, brand drugs in the U.S. cost three times that of comparison countries. For consumers, discounts on prescriptions can at least somewhat help.
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Do Smart Thermostats Actually Save You Money?
According to Statista, over 63 million U.S. households used smart devices, like thermostats, in 2023, and this number is projected to pass 103 million by 2028.
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