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Sustainable Investing Made Easy: Low-Cost ESG Fund Options for May 2024

Sustainable Investing Made Easy: Low-Cost ESG Fund Options for May 2024

Regular investors continue to desire ESG funds, despite some opponents labeling them as "woke" investing. These funds consider a portfolio's firms' financial fundamentals in addition to their environmental, social, and governance considerations.

May 17, 2024 12:54 PM EDT


Tight Grad Market? Here's How to Get Hired (On a Budget!)

Tight Grad Market? Here's How to Get Hired (On a Budget!)

A survey from the National Association of Colleges and Employers states that employers intend to recruit 5.8% fewer recent college graduates from this year's class than they did from the class of 2023.

May 17, 2024 12:58 PM EDT


Build Lasting Wealth with These Expert-Backed Passive Income Idea

Build Lasting Wealth with These Expert-Backed Passive Income Idea

There are still some proven passive income techniques available that yield positive results.

May 17, 2024 12:56 PM EDT


Don’t Sweat the Bills: Resources to Help You Pay for Utilities

Don’t Sweat the Bills: Resources to Help You Pay for Utilities

The most recent data from the Consumer Price Index shows that, from March 2023 to March 2024, the index for electricity increased by 5%, which is more than economists would want to see. (Electricity rates increased by 0.9% from February to March 2024.)

May 16, 2024 03:45 PM EDT


Are Meme Stocks a Risky Bet or a Chance for Big Gains?

Are Meme Stocks a Risky Bet or a Chance for Big Gains?

Tuesday saw a spike in the value of several "meme stocks," or businesses whose valuation is driven more by social media talk than by more conventional economic factors like growth and profitability.

May 15, 2024 11:52 PM EDT


Heat Wave Hack: How to Keep Your Home Cool Without Breaking the Bank

Heat Wave Hack: How to Keep Your Home Cool Without Breaking the Bank

You could find yourself rushing to lower the thermostat's setting more frequently if scorching temperatures are predicted.

May 15, 2024 02:53 PM EDT


The Secret to Deep Discounts Lies in Bin Stores

Buying Returned Items in Bin Stores Gives You Up to 80% Discount

Have you ever wondered what happens when you return clothing, a coffee machine, or other purchases to online stores like Amazon?

May 14, 2024 05:40 PM EDT


How Junk Fees Disguise True Prices

How Junk Fees Disguise True Prices

Nearly 90% of respondents to a 2024 Navigator Research survey conducted among voters in 61 competitive congressional districts for the general election said they wanted Congress to enact legislation restricting or outlawing these fees.

May 13, 2024 02:25 PM EDT


 IRS Issues Larger Tax Refunds - Don't Miss Out on These Smart Spending Tips

IRS Issues Larger Tax Refunds With 2.2% Increase: Here Are Smart Spending Tips to Use Your Additional $75

According to the most current IRS data, the typical taxpayer receives a $2,852 refund, which is $75 higher than the previous year. So, what should you do with that cash?

May 13, 2024 01:07 PM EDT


TikTok’s Grocery Genius: 6 Items to Conquer Your Shopping List

TikTok’s 6-to-1 Shopping Strategy Will Help Shoppers Reduce Anxiety and Save Money

Shopping trips to the grocery store may be emotionally taxing, particularly if you're attempting to buy nutrient-dense foods while simultaneously trying to keep the cost of food down.

May 13, 2024 12:36 PM EDT


Practical Money-Saving Strategies for Moms

Practical Money-Saving Strategies for Moms

Maintaining a balanced home budget can be challenging while ensuring everyone has access to the necessities for a happy, healthy life.

May 12, 2024 09:49 PM EDT


Can a $22,000 All-Inclusive Resort Live Up to the Hype?

Can a $22,000 All-Inclusive Resort Live Up to the Hype?

According to a JLL Research Hotels & Hospitality research, demand for all-inclusive resorts surged after the pandemic. The study found that suddenly, many travelers desired stress-free, simple-to-plan trips, ideally with a health focus.

May 10, 2024 09:52 AM EDT


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