Mastercard and Visa $30 Billion Settlement Could Mean Lower Prices for You
In order to reduce credit and debit card costs for retailers, Visa and Mastercard came to an estimated $30 billion settlement. Some of the savings were probably passed on to customers in the form of cheaper pricing.
Mar 27, 2024 12:10 PM EDT
Unclaimed $1 Billion in Tax Refunds Expiring Soon! Is Yours One of Them?
Taxpayers may be leaving more than $1 billion on the table, the IRS is cautioning them. Taxpayers are at risk of forfeiting over $1 billion in unclaimed tax refunds for the 2020 tax year, as cautioned by the IRS.
Pet Insurance Moves to Shield Your Wallet This Spring
It's crucial to get the timing of some less common insurance kinds perfect, such as pet insurance for cats and dogs.
Safe Gold Investments to Diversify Your Retirement Portfolio
A recent Charles Schwab poll indicates that most Americans estimate they would require around $1.8 million to retire. Learn about what you need to do to save a sizable sum of money and make wise investing decisions in order to reach that goal if you anticipate needing anything like that for retirement.
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A Modern Neo-Feudal State, The Tech Lords Ushering in a Return to the Medieval
If ever such tech lords decide that their will should supplant that of the majority's, or that through their influence they might alter the course of history by sustaining one country's war of aggression on another or by manipulating the political landscape, democracy will be the casualty - in America and throughout the world.
Mar 26, 2024 3:28 PM EDT
Cooa Chaos: Chocolate Prices Skyrocket as Supply Crunch Bites
Just when you thought it was safe to indulge in your chocolate cravings without breaking the bank, cocoa prices have decided to take us all on a wild ride. In a move that could rival the most dramatic reality TV plot twists, cocoa futures for May delivery hit an eye-watering high of $10,080 per metric ton this Tuesday.
Mar 26, 2024 3:23 PM EDT
BlackRock’s Larry Fink Says We Have a Retirement Crisis
In a world where avocado toast is blamed for millennials' financial woes and Gen Z is meme-ing their way through economic uncertainty, Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, drops a truth bomb about the Social Security crisis and the "a bit crazy" standard retirement age of 65.
Mar 26, 2024 2:49 PM EDT
DJT Debut: Trump Media's Stock Skyrockets, Here's the Scoop
In a twist that feels like something out of a Oliver Stone Wall St. movie, Trump Media & Technology Group made a splash in the stock market, turning heads and opening wallets. Shares of Donald Trump's media company surge more than 50% after its debut on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol DJT. It's the kind of plot twist that gets even the most seasoned traders spilling their coffee.
Mar 26, 2024 2:35 PM EDT
Nissan's Bold Move: Tackling Market Chaos with 30 New Models & Slashing EV Costs
In a world where the only constant is change (and the occasional need for caffeine), Nissan is stepping up to the plate with a plan that's as ambitious as my cousin Joe's attempt to make Thanksgiving dinner without burning down the house.
Mar 25, 2024 2:31 PM EDT
Home Buying Revolution: Navigating New Market Rules
The real estate market is undergoing its most significant shakeup in years, and it's about time you got the scoop. Remember the days when selling or buying a house felt like handing over a hefty 6% of your hard-earned cash to real estate agents? Well, those days are fading faster than my last attempt at a home garden during a heatwave.
Mar 25, 2024 2:21 PM EDT
A Single Woman's Guide to Retirement
Let's be real for a moment: navigating the world of retirement as a single woman can sometimes feel like you're trying to assemble IKEA furniture without the manual. You know it's doable, but boy, wouldn't some clear instructions (and maybe a helping hand) make a world of difference?
Mar 25, 2024 2:13 PM EDT
Maximize Your Forgiveness! Key Steps to Take Before the April Student Loan Deadline
A crucial deadline has been set by the Biden administration for holders of student loans who want to be forgiven.
Mar 25, 2024 1:10 PM EDT
Tax Headaches Drive Expats to Consider Renouncing US Citizenship
With the federal tax deadline drawing near, millions of Americans feel pressured to file their forms.
Mar 25, 2024 12:30 PM EDT
HELOC: Smart Move or Money Trap? Know When to Leverage Your Home Equity
You can have a sizable amount of home equity if you own a house. Using a home equity line of credit (HELOC) is one popular method of accessing it, and it may be a wise choice for a number of reasons.
Mar 25, 2024 11:40 AM EDT
State Farm Cuts Coverage for Thousands: Are You Affected?
Nine months after stating it would no longer be issuing new home policies in the state, State Farm announced this week that it will stop providing coverage for 72,000 homes and apartments in California beginning this summer.
Mar 25, 2024 11:10 AM EDT
Freelancer Tax Time Bomb: New Rules Could Trip You Up in 2024. Here's How to Prepare
The tax reporting rules for independent contractors and gig workers who are paid using applications such as Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, or PayPal will be altered for the 2024 tax year.
Mar 25, 2024 10:25 AM EDT