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Ask Clark: Does Collecting Unemployment Affect Social Security in the Long Run? Investing & Retirement April 17th, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has forced millions onto the unemployment rolls almost overnight. Naturally, many of those people are wondering what…
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Forbearance vs. Deferment: What’s the Difference? Loans April 17th, 2020
If you're a homeowner or have a student loan in your name, there's a good chance that your lender has…
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Don’t Pay Extra for Organic Versions of These Fruits and Vegetables Health April 14th, 2020
Spring is in full swing and that means it's produce season! If you want to maintain a healthy wallet and…
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The Zebra Review: What You Need to Know Before Getting a Quote Insurance April 14th, 2020
You might think of insurance comparison sites as just lead generation tools for insurance salespeople. But The Zebra is different.…
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New Mandate Could Mean the End of Spoofed Robocalls by Next Year Phones & Mobile Devices April 6th, 2020
Robocalls could be a thing of the past by next summer thanks to a new mandate from the Federal Communications…
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This Homemade Laundry Detergent Only Costs Around 60 Cents per Gallon Deals & Savings April 2nd, 2020
It's been said that there are two kinds of people in the world: Those who make their own laundry detergent…
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Ask Clark: Should I Still Close on My Residential Real Estate Purchase? Homes & Real Estate April 1st, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has put a real damper on so many parts of our economy, from restaurants to travel to…
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What Is a Flexible Spending Account? Health Insurance March 27th, 2020
People often have a lot of questions about signing up for health insurance at work. One of the most common…
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What Is an HSA? Health Insurance March 25th, 2020
When you're signing up for health insurance at work, you may see the acronym "HSA" and wonder to yourself, “What…
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Hiring a Fee-Only Financial Planner? Here’s What You Need to Look for First Investing & Retirement March 25th, 2020
Finding a good financial planner can be tricky in the absence of a fiduciary rule requiring investment advisors to act…
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Ask Clark: Should You Refinance Your Auto Loan Right Now? Cars March 24th, 2020
You've probably heard of refinancing your mortgage, but did you know you can also refinance your auto loan? This option…
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What Do I Do if I Can’t Afford My Car Payment? Debt March 24th, 2020
With the coronavirus severely impacting the economy, more and more Americans are facing furloughs or layoffs at work. That means…
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What Should I Do if I Can’t Pay My Credit Card Bills? Money & Credit March 24th, 2020
With a lot of Americans facing layoffs or fewer hours at work, credit card issuers are gearing up for questions…
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Ask Clark: What Do I Do With My 401(k) if I Am Laid Off? Investing & Retirement March 24th, 2020
When times get tough and you're out of work, you may be tempted to tap your 401(k) for living expenses.…
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Where Should I Put My Emergency Fund? Save Money March 23rd, 2020
Nobody likes to have an emergency drop in uninvited and wreak havoc on their financial life. That's where having an…
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Ask Clark: Should I Buy Stocks Right Now? Investing & Retirement March 23rd, 2020
If you're a younger investor, you may be wondering if you should use money you've saved for another purpose to…
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Should You Refinance Your Mortgage Right Now? Mortgages March 17th, 2020
Are you stuck with a high mortgage payment? Maybe you've heard that rates are at historic lows and wondered if…
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Ask Clark: What Should I Do About My Investments if I’m Retiring This Year? Investing & Retirement March 16th, 2020
If you're just on the cusp of retiring, you've probably been rattled by all the recent downward moves in the…
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Ask Clark: What Does the Federal Reserve Interest Rate Cut Mean to You? Money & Credit March 16th, 2020
The Federal Reserve made an emergency rate cut this weekend for the first time since the 2008 financial crisis. Clark:…
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What Is a Bear Market? Investing & Retirement March 16th, 2020
According to the Chinese calendar, 2020 is supposed to be the year of the rat. But if you ask anyone…
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FamilyWize Review: 5 Things to Know Before Filling a Prescription Health March 3rd, 2020
If you've never tried an app to help you comparison shop for prescription medications before, FamilyWize could be a good…
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Decluttr Review: How I Made $100 Selling Used CDs and DVDs Make Money February 27th, 2020
If you’ve got old CDs, DVDs, video games and tech gadgets laying around, Decluttr offers an easy way for you…
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6 Things to Know About WellRx Health February 24th, 2020
If the high cost of prescription medication has you down, you may want to give WellRx a try. The provider…
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The Best Prescription Savings Apps to Save Money Health February 12th, 2020
If you rely on a medication that keeps rising in price, there are many ways you can save on the…
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Why You Should Never Get a Mortgage From a Big Bank Mortgages February 6th, 2020
When it's time to get a mortgage, there are any number of places you can shop: Credit unions, online lenders…
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3 Things to Know About the Costco Food Court Warehouse Clubs February 6th, 2020
Costco keeps its food court prices affordable so you can grab a quick bite when you're stocking up on everything…
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ACSI: Banks are now equal to credit unions in customer service Money & Credit February 6th, 2020
The unthinkable has happened: Banks are now offering the same level of customer service that was once the hallmark of…
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Can a Patient Advocate Help With Your Medical Bills? Health Insurance January 28th, 2020
When you're facing a debilitating or life-threatening illness, it's nice to know you have someone in your corner to help…
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Big Changes Coming to Your Retirement Account in 2020 and Beyond Investing & Retirement January 23rd, 2020
If you've got a 401(k) or IRA, a brand new piece of legislation called the SECURE Act is making some…
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How to Buy Individual Dental Insurance Health Insurance January 21st, 2020
If you're concerned about buying dental insurance and worried about the price, you're not alone. According to WhyDental.org, more than…