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?
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.
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.
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?
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Cocoa Prices Skyrocket: Don't Expect Relief at the Checkout Anytime Soon
As the globe confronts its largest supply shortage in decades as West African farmers battle illness, harsh weather, and dying trees, consumers may begin to feel the effects of rising cocoa prices.
Mar 27, 2024 01:40 PM EDT
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.
Mar 27, 2024 02:11 AM EDT
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.
Mar 27, 2024 07:55 AM EDT
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.
Mar 27, 2024 11:23 AM EDT
Rethinking Retirement: Larry Fink Calls Out the 65-Year-Old Standard
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 02:49 PM EDT
Banks Hike Rates, Here's How to Squeeze More Money from Your Stash
As part of its continued attempt to curb the speed of inflation, the Federal Reserve has raised its main interest rate five times this year, most recently on Wednesday.
Mar 28, 2024 01:40 AM EDT
Bankruptcy Blues? Effective Ways to Stay Afloat
National household finances are still being squeezed by economic forces. Additionally, the Federal Reserve decided to temporarily suspend the federal funds rate after the most recent data revealed an increase in inflation.
Mar 28, 2024 02:30 AM EDT
Hassle-Free Ways to Invest in Gold and Silver This Spring
Investing your money may be simple or quite complex. It is contingent upon the kind of investment and the timing of the transaction.
Mar 28, 2024 12:10 AM 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
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