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6 Ways To Make Extra Money in Retirement Make Money March 13th, 2024
Need to make extra money in retirement? Having some extra financial security can take some work, but can go a…
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The things you do every day — from swiping a debit card to simply using your smartphone — can increase…
Cloud storage
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Now that most of us have extremely high-quality cameras on our phones, we're documenting more of our daily lives than…
What is a good credit score?
What Is a Good Credit Score? Credit March 11th, 2024
Your credit score -- that sometimes mysterious number that reflects how responsible you are with your credit -- plays a…
Money Under Mattress
How Much Cash Should You Keep at Home in Case of Emergency? Money & Credit March 5th, 2024
You may have heard money expert Clark Howard recommend that everyone should keep some cash at home in case there's…
safe deposit box
Is a Safe Deposit Box Really Safe? Banks & Banking February 28th, 2024
Protecting your money and valuables is a priority. Many people choose to do that by renting a safe deposit box.…
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How Much Should You Have Saved for Retirement by Now? Money & Credit February 26th, 2024
Much has been made about Americans and their savings habits over the years. Depending on your age, you may be…
How to make Venmo private.
How To Make Your Venmo Transactions Private Mobile & Electronics February 22nd, 2024
The rise of payment apps has meant that the processing of instant payments has been put in the palm of…
Automatic Bill Pay: How It Works and How To Do It Safely
Automatic Bill Pay: How It Works and How To Do It Safely Money & Credit February 19th, 2024
No one really likes paying bills, so the idea of automating the process can be very appealing. Automatic bill pay…
how rental payments help build credit scores.
Can Paying Rent Help Your Credit Score? Homes & Real Estate February 13th, 2024
In the past, being a renter has only had the potential to harm your credit if you don't pay your…
tax scams during tax season
5 Tax Scams You Need To Watch Out for in 2024 Taxes February 12th, 2024
Criminals stay on the hunt for new ways to steal your money, especially during tax season. How can you protect…
Series I savings bonds
6 Things To Know About Series I Savings Bonds Save Money February 9th, 2024
Looking for a way to keep your money safe but want to be sure that it outpaces inflation? Series I…
5 Common Budget Leaks and How To Fix Them
5 Common Budget Leaks and How To Fix Them Money & Credit February 5th, 2024
Raise your hand if you've ever made it to the end of the month, confident in your ability to budget…
Costco vs. Sam’s Club vs. BJ’s Wholesale: Which Is Best?
Costco vs. Sam’s Club vs. BJ’s Wholesale: Which Is Best? Warehouse Clubs January 30th, 2024
Want the most value for your money when you're shopping? Join a warehouse club! Three big warehouse club chains dominate…
4 Things To Know Before You Sign Up for FlexJobs
4 Things To Know Before You Sign Up for FlexJobs Jobs January 30th, 2024
If you've ever searched for the best work-from-home jobs online, you know that the process can be a job in…
How To Make Your Online Accounts Accessible When You Die
How To Make Your Online Accounts Accessible When You Die Wills & Funerals January 30th, 2024
Have you thought about what will happen to all of your online accounts when you die? So much of what…
5 Reasons Why This Is the Best Time of the Year To File Your Taxes
5 Reasons Why This Is the Best Time of the Year To File Your Taxes Taxes January 29th, 2024
Congratulations, you've finally made it to the best time in the entire tax season to file your return: now! What…
Ways to make extra cash
How to Make Extra Money: 35 Easy Ways Money & Credit January 25th, 2024
Whether you're trying to get out of debt, save more for retirement or just boost your monthly income, there has…
How Many Bank Accounts Should You Have?
How Many Bank Accounts Should You Have? Banks & Banking January 25th, 2024
If you've received a bank sign-up bonus offer in the mail, you might be thinking about opening a new bank…
10 Ways To Save on Prescription Drugs
10 Ways To Save on Prescription Drugs Health Insurance January 25th, 2024
In an era of rising health care costs, almost everyone is looking to save money on prescription drugs. In this…
USA 1040 Individual Income Tax Return Form with one hundred dollar bills.
IRS Free File: Free State and Federal Tax Filing Options for 2024 Taxes January 23rd, 2024
You don't have to pay an arm and a leg to file your taxes. The IRS Free File program gives…
10 Ways You’re Wasting Money on Groceries
10 Ways You’re Wasting Money on Groceries Money & Credit January 17th, 2024
The thing about groceries isthat there are so many easy ways to overspend— soif you don't pay attention, your bills…
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Why You Should Never Use a Debit Card To Pay for Anything Money & Credit January 16th, 2024
Banks love to pitch debit cards as a way to avoid spending money you don’t have. But there are many…
What Credit Score Do You Need To Buy a Car?
What Credit Score Do You Need To Buy a Car? Credit January 16th, 2024
Buying a car is a big decision, and if possible, it’s better to pay in cash. But for many people,…
Online Car Rental Search
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At some point or another, most of us will need to rent a car. But how do you know you’re…
When Are Taxes Due? Important Tax Dates in 2024
When Are Taxes Due? Important Tax Dates in 2024 Taxes January 9th, 2024
Mark your calendars: The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced it is accepting and processing 2023 tax returns as of January…
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Follow Clark Howard’s #1 Rule To Travel Cheap Travel January 8th, 2024
Wondering how to travel cheaply? Money expert Clark Howard has a lot of experience and advice to share when it…
Wi-Fi Signal
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Does your Wi-Fi signal need a boost? These days, most of us use Wi-Fi in our homes to access the…
How to stop robocalls
How To Stop Spam Calls for Good Phones & Mobile Devices January 2nd, 2024
Spam calls and robocalls are completely out of control. If you're looking for ways to stop them (and who isn't?),…
3 Ways To Get a Free VIN Check Before Buying a Used Car
3 Ways To Get a Free VIN Check Before Buying a Used Car Cars January 1st, 2024
Every vehicle has its own number, appropriately called a Vehicle Identification Number: VIN for short. Researching that number can tell…