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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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They say it takes money to make money, but spending it shouldn’t cost any more than necessary. If you’re ordering…
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Do you live with the constant feeling that there's more month than money in your life? Here is money expert…
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The idea of the IRS auditing you can be intimidating. Major tax software companies offer audit defense protection for just…
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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced it started accepting and processing 2023 tax returns as of January 29, 2024. IRS…
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Want to contribute to a Roth IRA, but concerned that you earn too much money? Don't fret, high-income earners still…
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Money expert Clark Howard thinks Roth IRAs are just about the best tool around when it comes to saving for…
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When it comes to money, there are two prominent groups. One group says tomorrow is not guaranteed. That you should…
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An unexpected financial hit can take a chunk out of your budget, including your savings. From a financial perspective, preparing…
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Doing a transaction at an out-of-network ATM is costing Americans an average of $4.73, which is more than it ever…
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Want to get people emotionally charged about money? Many different topics can cause that type of reaction. Finances are intensely…
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Artificial intelligence, or AI, is to 2024 what the internet was in the late 1990s with the dot-com bubble. It's…
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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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When it comes to issues such as the future of the U.S. economy, reality often is more nuanced and complex…
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The things you do every day — from swiping a debit card to simply using your smartphone — can increase…
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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.…
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It's pretty easy to transfer money within the United States now. Especially if both parties hold bank accounts. But what…
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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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It's tax season. Some will be getting significant tax refunds (and perhaps need to look at adjusting their withholdings). Others…
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You may have heard money expert Clark Howard recommend that everyone should keep some cash at home in case there's…
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Tax season is one of the most anticipated times of the year – if you’re getting a tax refund. How…
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Protecting your money and valuables is a priority. Many people choose to do that by renting a safe deposit box.…
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Buying products that you need can be expensive, which is why many may choose to rent them. One method that…
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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…
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Much has been made about Americans and their savings habits over the years. Depending on your age, you may be…
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Money expert Clark Howard advises against using a debit card to pay for anything. He's also adamant about the perils…
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Working as a teenager still is a right of passage for many Americans. If you plan to attend college, it…
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In past years, contributing to a 529 plan presented a clear risk to parents and grandparents. It's always been a…
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The COVID-19 pandemic changed the deadlines to file federal tax returns and pay your tax obligations for a few years.…
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