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Improving an already good credit score can be a frustrating task. But not an impossible one. I recently spoke with…

Should you roll over your 401(k) or leave it with your old company? If you've recently left a job or…

The Federal Reserve has managed to gradually reduce inflation. This means that some things we buy are getting cheaper. It…

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Have you ever noticed how even with “instant” payment apps like CashApp, Venmo, and Zelle it takes a few days…

Money expert Clark Howard radiates enthusiasm whenever he talks about Roth IRAs and Roth 401(k)s as retirement options. "I have…

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Most people know that the FDIC insures bank accounts up to $250,000. But did you know that brokerage firms registered…

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Gone are the days when even the highest-yield savings accounts were paying next to nothing in interest. The Fed has…

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If you've received a bank sign-up bonus offer in the mail, you might be thinking about opening a new bank…

Money expert Clark Howard seems to delight in labeling himself as "cheap." In some ways, it seems that saving money…

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While the recent inflationary pressures affecting the U.S. economy have not been kind to your budget, they have been beneficial…

Most of us have dreamed about suddenly receiving a large pile of money. But, if you're financially responsible, you may…

When you prepare for the end of life, you'll probably create a will. But what about a trust? Do you…

Although inflation has fallen a bit and mortgage rates are starting to recede, economic headwinds have been indicating that the…

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Property taxes are a big part of owning a home for most Americans. If you think what you’re paying yearly…

Decades ago, finances for children were simpler. Perhaps you put up a chore chart on the back of a door…

If you're thinking about early retirement, it may be important for you to understand the Rule of 55 for 401(k)…

Vanguard slowly rolled out Cash Deposit in 2022, an FDIC-insured interest-bearing account for its customers. The massive discount broker, known…

No matter what product or service you buy, the customer service around it can either make or break your experience.…

If you listen to money expert Clark Howard, you've heard that you need a fee-only fiduciary as your financial advisor.…

When it comes to picking credit cards, not all card issuers are created equal. From small local credit unions to…

When you're young and just starting your career, you may imagine a worst-case scenario of never making enough money. You…

Traveling internationally is one of life's greatest pleasures. It's also a statement that money expert Clark Howard fully believes. He…

If you agree with money expert Clark Howard’s investment philosophy and the term “Roth 401(k)” doesn't already make you smile,…

Banks love to pitch debit cards as a way to avoid spending money you don’t have. But there are many…