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As a country, the United States stinks at saving money. However, we collectively got our act together not long after…
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Money expert Clark Howard predicts that traditional 401(k) and traditional IRA accounts will go extinct in the next 10 years.…
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You're contributing to a 401(k) account and even getting a company match. As years go by, your balance goes up.…
It's pretty easy to transfer money within the United States now. Especially if both parties hold bank accounts. But what…
You're making a major purchase in the future. Perhaps you're saving to buy a house or a car, pay for…
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Unless you're a fictional character, you're likely to have a few financial regrets in your life. Hopefully, they can be…
Much has been made about Americans and their savings habits over the years. Depending on your age, you may be…