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Understanding the Benefits of the Inflation Reduction Act Before It Goes Away

For the last couple of years, many people have been getting money back from the government when they buy electric cars, heat pumps, better house insulation, and other environmentally friendly tech...

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Credit Cards and Food Delivery: Understanding Reward Rules

Have you ever wondered whether your credit card's dining rewards apply to your DoorDash order? Or if you can earn extra points using Instacart for your groceries? Here's what you need to know about using ...

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What to Buy and What to Skip in November 2024

November is a great time to spot some bargains, especially with Black Friday around the corner. It’s a day famous for deals that now stretch out longer each year. Not just this, but online stores might offer surprise deals...

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Should You Use Your Emergency Fund to Pay Off a Loan?

Every month, we give advice on money matters. People ask us questions about how to spend, save, or invest, and sometimes they're unsure about what to do when facing big financial decisions. A reader from Hawai'...

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The Best (and Worst) Spots for Your Emergency Fund

An emergency fund is cash you save for tough times. It's important to have an emergency stash, but picking the right place to keep it is just as crucial. If you're not sure where to store your emergency cash, here&#...

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How to Manage Money When You're Single

In recent years, being single has become more common, with over half of American adults choosing to live without a partner, compared to just 22% in 1950, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.  While being single brings s...

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The Price of Growing Old Alone

When it comes to getting older, married people often have more money and are less likely to be poor compared to those who are not married. This information comes from a new study that tracked thousands of people living in Wisconsin over severa...

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How to Smartly Handle a Sudden Big Money Gain

Getting a big amount of money suddenly, like an inheritance, a giant raise, or a booming investment, is exciting but also overwhelming, especially if you're over 50.  Here are some smart steps to take to manage that ...

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Are Your Savings Accounted For?

Many individuals shift jobs throughout their careers, and they commonly forget about pensions or older 401(k) accounts they've contributed to.  This oversight can happen significantly if they change addresses or names, making it d...

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What You Need to Know if the Fed Lowers Interest Rates in September

Exciting news for everyone with a credit card: The Federal Reserve may soon decrease the federal funds rate this September. Many people have been feeling the pressure of high-interest rates on their cred...

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