Articles by April Fowell

Unmasking the Biggest Scams Targeting Your Wallet

Authorities urge people to be aware of the language that con artists usually employ to trick their victims since scams are becoming more common and are now frequently assisted by artificial intelligence.

Mar 14, 2024 03:53 AM EDT


Is "Buy Now, Pay Later" the New Normal for Young Shoppers?

According to LexisNexis Risk Solutions, consumers under the age of 35 make up merely 35% of traditional credit card holders but 53% of "buy now, pay later" customers.

Mar 14, 2024 01:54 AM EDT


Bitcoin Countdown: Will the 2024 Halving Impact Your Crypto Investments?

With the price of bitcoin hitting all-time highs, people are focusing on its impending "halving" and if that is contributing to its rise.

Mar 14, 2024 01:01 AM EDT


Boosting Retirement Income: Early Signs Point to a Higher Social Security COLA

Even though inflation has been declining, seniors' spending plans are still somewhat tight. Above-average inflation over the last few years has resulted in large Social Security cost-of-living increases. Will these patterns persist? What is the projected Social Security COLA for retirees in 2025?

Mar 13, 2024 10:32 AM EDT


File Taxes for Free with the IRS: 19 Million Eligible through Direct File and Free File

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) launched a free tax filing program, known as Direct File, in 12 pilot states on Tuesday, with officials from the U.S. Department of the Treasury releasing state-by-state estimates of eligibility.

Mar 13, 2024 08:00 AM EDT


Cyberattack on Healthcare May Mean Higher Costs for You: Here's Why

First Health Advisory, a digital health risk assurance organization, estimates that the suspected ransomware assault on a major health technology company last month cost providers $100 million every day while payment problems persist. The incident has left the health care industry reeling.

Mar 13, 2024 07:21 AM EDT


Rising Inflation Eats Away at Savings and Everyday Purchases

While inflation continues to be a persistent pain point for the Federal Reserve and President Joe Biden's reelection campaign, both of which are depending on a gradual easing of pricing pressures this year, consumer prices increased once more this month.

Mar 13, 2024 05:00 AM EDT


Equal Diplomas, Unequal Salaries: How Much is the Gender Pay Gap Hurting Your Wallet?

The persistent pay gap between men and women cannot be closed by education alone, according to a recent U.S. study. report from the Census Bureau.

Mar 13, 2024 01:06 AM EDT


Must-Knows Before Credit Card Debt Forgiveness

Many people find that managing credit card debt is an overwhelming burden, particularly in the present.

Mar 12, 2024 11:50 AM EDT


This Island Nation Has the Most Female CEOs on Boards

At a time when the rest of the world suffers from depressingly low female representation in leadership positions, New Zealand is leading the way for women's involvement in executive jobs and salary.

Mar 12, 2024 11:05 AM EDT


3 Proactive Steps to Weather the Inflation Storm

This week marks the release of the U.S. inflation report, and the fresh data on inflation may have a significant effect on the economy based on its findings.

Mar 12, 2024 10:12 AM EDT


Tech Boom in the Philippines? US Investments Could Signal Lucrative Opportunities

The United States Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo stated during an official visit to Manila on Monday that American businesses are expected to announce investments totaling more than $1 billion in the Philippines.

Mar 12, 2024 05:08 AM EDT


Reddit Going Public: Is There Room for This Meme Stock in Your Portfolio?

Reddit, a social networking platform, plans to raise around $750 million through the IPO of its common shares.

Mar 12, 2024 12:59 AM EDT


Lock in Savings Now: Home Equity Loan and HELOC Rates Reach Attractive Levels

If you own a property, you could be able to access a sizable amount of home equity; the typical American homeowner has access to around $200,000 in equity.

Mar 11, 2024 07:49 AM EDT


The SAVE Plan: How This New Option Could Slash Your Student Loan Burden

Since its August introduction, the U.S. government's newest repayment scheme has drawn in over 75 million student loan debtors.

Mar 11, 2024 05:20 AM EDT


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