Articles by April Fowell

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High-Yield Savings Accounts Pay You More for Your Money

Start with your savings if you want to change the way you handle money. There are easy methods to boost your finances quickly, such as creating a high-yield savings account (HYSA).

Mar 29, 2024 4:30 AM EDT


The Surprising Truth About Zero Credit Card Balances and Your Score

An excessive number of financial customers lack knowledge about their credit ratings, which might have unfavorable consequences.

Mar 29, 2024 1:40 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 2:30 AM 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 1:40 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


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 1:40 PM 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. Taxpayers are at risk of forfeiting over $1 billion in unclaimed tax refunds for the 2020 tax year, as cautioned by the IRS.

Mar 27, 2024 11:23 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 7:55 AM 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 2:11 AM 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


Will Dynamic Pricing Make Dining Out More Confusing and Expensive? 

More restaurants are experimenting with "dynamic pricing," which involves altering menu prices in response to demand.

Mar 23, 2024 1:10 PM EDT


Experts Reveal the Easiest Path to Becoming an Investor 

It might appear like investing is too hard, and this complexity could prevent Americans from taking any action.

Mar 23, 2024 12:37 PM EDT


Trump's Social Media Venture Set to Make Splash on Stock Market, Promising Lucrative Returns

The former president, Donald Trump, is returning to the stock market with the potential for significant financial gain.

Mar 23, 2024 12:06 PM EDT


The American Dream on Hold: What It Would Really Take to Make Homes

The "American dream" of owning a house is under grave danger, and it will require a significant change in the economy for most families to be able to afford it again.

Mar 22, 2024 11:20 AM EDT


Hidden Fees Alert! Restaurants Charging Up to $100 Just to Hold Your Table

Restaurants are increasingly charging patrons' credit cards even before they enter the building, much less place an order for food or beverages.

Mar 22, 2024 10:09 AM EDT


Record Cocoa Costs May Put a Bite Out of Your Easter Treats

With the price of cocoa reaching all-time highs, customers may expect to pay more for chocolate Easter bunnies and eggs.

Mar 22, 2024 7:12 AM EDT


Should You "Just Do It" Elsewhere? Nike's Struggles Could Impact Your Investments

Nike has depended more and more on its recognizable basketball shoes to increase sales, but some analysts and investors are questioning if this is the right move as the sportswear behemoth loses market share to more recent companies.

Mar 22, 2024 3:30 AM EDT


Credit Score Danger Zone! Rising Missed Payments Threaten Your Borrowing Power

According to FICO statistics, average credit scores have dropped somewhat to 717 for the first time in ten years. The average score in 2023 was 718.

Mar 21, 2024 11:50 AM EDT


Promoted Without a Paycheck? The Rise of the "Dry Promotion" and What to Do About It

A "dry promotion," often called a "no-raise promotion," occurs when an employee receives an improved title and more duties without receiving a pay increase.

Mar 21, 2024 10:53 AM EDT


Safe Places to Buy Silver Bars and Coins for Your Investment Portfolio

Since interest rates have been raised in an effort to control inflation, which has been persistent for the most of the past two years, investors and savers have looked into alternate strategies for growing and safeguarding their money.

Mar 21, 2024 6:12 AM EDT


Reddit IPO Heats Up, Could This Be Your Next Hot Investment?

With a market valuation of $6.4 billion, Reddit, a social networking site, is poised to usher in a new era as a publicly listed corporation. The IPO was priced at $34 per share.

Mar 21, 2024 2:31 AM EDT


Hit the Jackpot? Here's Why You Should Stay Silent (and What to Do Next)

With the Mega Millions jackpot climbing following a weekend without a win, lotto fever is once again on the rise.

Mar 20, 2024 7:50 AM EDT


Strategies to Reduce Swipe Charges All Year Round

If customers used credit cards to purchase gifts on Valentine's Day, they probably had to pay high fees.

Mar 20, 2024 7:10 AM EDT


Check Your Mailbox! Relief for Consumers Scammed by Fake Health Insurance

Refunds are being sent by the Federal Trade Commission to customers it claims purchased fraudulent health plans that Benefytt Technologies misrepresented as Obamacare plans or comprehensive health insurance.

Mar 20, 2024 6:02 AM EDT


Boeing Delays Could Put a Squeeze on Travel Budgets

Due to Boeing's manufacturing issues, passengers may have to pay more for air travel and have fewer flight options.

Mar 20, 2024 4:52 AM EDT


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