Jan 08, 2025
Get More Money Back When You Spend: Discover's Special Offers
Have a Discover it® Cash Back or Discover it® Student Cash Back credit card? Get ready to earn more money back! In the first three months of 2025, you can earn 5% cash back when you eat out, fix up your h...
Dec 05, 2024
What We Know About Potential Stimulus Checks in 2025
In 2025, there might be good news for Americans who need financial help. The government is considering sending out new stimulus checks like they did during the time of President Donald Trump, but nothing is certain yet. ...
Nov 14, 2024
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...
Sep 18, 2024
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...
Sep 11, 2024
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...
Aug 21, 2024
5 Simple Ways to Get Ready for Unexpected Job Loss
Losing a job out of the blue can be tough, especially when everything costs so much these days. But you can get yourself ready just in case that rainy day comes. Here's how: Save for a Rainy Day - The Emergency Fund ...
Aug 14, 2024
What Are Financial Emergencies: How to Prepare and Respond
A financial emergency is an unexpected event causing significant financial pressure. These instances, often unpredictable, can bring about a lot of stress if you're not well-prepared. Typical financial emerge...
Aug 07, 2024
New Rule Enables $1,000 Penalty-Free Withdrawals from Retirement Funds for Emergencies
In today’s uncertain economic climate, many Americans find themselves unprepared for sudden financial emergencies. A recent study by Bankrate in 2024 revealed that a signif...
Aug 01, 2024
401(k) Retirement Savings in 2024: Statistics, Trends, and Practical Tips for Building a Secure Future
Based on the latest findings from Vanguard's analysis of over 5 million pension plans, the typical 401(k) account holds $112,572. This type of account is popular in the ...
Jul 24, 2024
Adapting to the Shift: Cash vs. Digital Payments
In the past, shoppers often received discounts for paying in cash, a method that many businesses once preferred. However, a shift has occurred, making cash transactions less favorable, and in some instances, more expensive than...
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