Articles by April Fowell
Strategies to Buy a Second Home Without a Down Payment

Strategies to Buy a Second Home Without a Down Payment

Buying a second home may be an exciting notion for many, whether it is intended as a future retirement house, investment property, or holiday retreat. But for many would-be purchasers, the down payment often needed to acquire their ideal home might be a significant obstacle that keeps them from proceeding.

Apr 09, 2024 12:50 PM EDT


Is Uranium the Next Hot Investment? Your Guide to Fueling Return

Is Uranium the Next Hot Investment? Your Guide to Fueling Return

The French nuclear fuels business Orano and Canadian uranium miner Denison Mines Corp. announced in late January that they will reopen a uranium mine that has been inactive since 2008.

Apr 09, 2024 11:20 AM EDT


Why Mobile Payments Like Apple Pay Could Be Costing You More

Why Mobile Payments Like Apple Pay Could Be Costing You More

Do you make purchases using Apple Pay or any other mobile payment service? If this is the case, you could be spending more than you would if you used cash or a real credit card.

Apr 09, 2024 07:36 AM EDT


Amazon Scams on the Rise: How to Protect Yourself as a Seller 

Amazon Scams on the Rise: How to Protect Yourself as a Seller 

Amazon makes returning items so simple that some customers are abusing the rules and defrauding vendors.

Apr 09, 2024 07:05 AM EDT


How Food Marketing Tactics Impact Low-Income Shoppers

How Food Marketing Tactics Impact Low-Income Shoppers

As a result of Americans cutting back on their spending on food and other necessities, food manufacturers like Kraft-Heinz and Conagra Brands have redesigned their goods and business plans in the wake of years of price increases.

Apr 09, 2024 06:02 AM EDT


Upgrade Your Home, Lower Your Taxes! The Ultimate Guide to Energy-Saving Credits 

Upgrade Your Home, Lower Your Taxes! The Ultimate Guide to Energy-Saving Credits 

The cost of installing energy-efficient home modifications can be assisted by the federal government as well as several state governments.

Apr 08, 2024 11:40 AM EDT


Double Duty on Retirement? IRA & 401(k) Contributions Explained 

Double Duty on Retirement? IRA & 401(k) Contributions Explained 

Should you be fortunate enough to have access to a 401(k) via your employment, you must decide whether to deposit funds into an IRA, your workplace plan, or both. There are benefits to dividing your funds throughout many accounts, since each one has advantages and disadvantages.

Apr 08, 2024 10:56 AM EDT


Why Closing Unused Credit Cards Can Be a Score Killer 

Why Closing Unused Credit Cards Can Be a Score Killer 

It's important to cancel credit cards carefully because doing so might lower your credit score. Verify the reasons, consider your alternatives, do your math, and select the appropriate option to cancel.

Apr 08, 2024 09:38 AM EDT


Ripple Boss Foresees Crypto Market Explosion to $5 Trillion

Ripple Boss Foresees Crypto Market Explosion to $5 Trillion

According to the CEO of blockchain firm Ripple, the total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies will surpass $5 trillion this year.

Apr 08, 2024 06:42 AM EDT


Solar Eclipse to Spark $6 Billion Boom, Towns Prepare for Rush

Solar Eclipse to Spark $6 Billion Boom, Towns Prepare for Rush

Visitors are enjoying the unique astronomical event, which is beneficial for nearby companies that are directly in the line of the eclipse.

Apr 08, 2024 05:13 AM EDT


Supercharge Your Savings! Earn Up to $$$ with a 6% Savings Account

Supercharge Your Savings! Earn Up to $$$ with a 6% Savings Account

If you have credit card debt or are borrowing money in any other way, you may find it difficult to cope with the exorbitant interest rates of today. On the other hand, the current high interest rate environment benefits you if your goal is to save money since it allows you to earn a higher return on your idle capital. And one very attractive option to do it is with a high-yield savings account.

Apr 06, 2024 09:40 AM EDT


Fry Attachment Rate Stays High, Signaling Consumer Confidence 

Fry Attachment Rate Stays High, Signaling Consumer Confidence 

Taking a broader view, the so-called fry attachment rate's strength supports economic data by demonstrating that regular Americans are still prepared to spend money on little pleasures.

Apr 06, 2024 08:32 AM EDT


Unemployment Tumbles as US Adds Tons of Jobs, Is a Recession Off the Table?

Unemployment Tumbles as US Adds Tons of Jobs, Is a Recession Off the Table?

Employers in the United States created a staggering 303,000 new jobs in March, a further indication that the economy is resilient enough to fend off inflation and avoid a recession due to rising interest rates.

Apr 06, 2024 06:31 AM EDT


Walmart Shoppers Rejoice! Check Your Receipts - You Might Be Owed Cash

Walmart Shoppers Rejoice! Check Your Receipts - You Might Be Owed Cash

Customers of Walmart who purchased specific weighted goods or bagged fruit have until the end of the month to be eligible for a portion of a settlement of $45 million, which settles claims the store overpaid for those products.

Apr 05, 2024 07:20 AM EDT


Itemize or Take the Standard Tax Deduction? This Guide Maximizes Your Refund! 

Itemize or Take the Standard Tax Deduction? This Guide Maximizes Your Refund! 

Determining whether to itemize or take a standard deduction when filing taxes can be challenging at times.

Apr 05, 2024 02:09 AM EDT


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