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8 Easy Side Gigs That Bring in More Than $300 a Month

In today's economy, that dreamy 9-to-5 job might not be cutting it, thanks to high inflation and stagnant wages. If you're feeling the pinch and need some extra cash, diving into a side gig could be...

By Maddie Duley | Dec 04, 2023 | 6 min Read

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2024 Economy: Most Americans Still Spooked by Inflation, Recession Worries, According to Study

There's plenty to like about the U.S. economy heading into 2024. Inflation is way down from a year ago, GDP growth keeps beating expectations and employers have added an average of 239,000 jobs a...

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55 Easy Ways To Save Money Daily

You're probably tired of hearing people -- whether it's your parents, friends or personal finance experts -- tell you that you need to start saving more money now. What you really need instead are...

Pocket an Extra $403 Per Month With This Simple Hack

Most of us could use some extra money these days. How’s an extra $400 a month sound? Good news: It’s way easier than you think.

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How To Afford a Middle-Class Lifestyle on the East Coast

The American middle class isn't what it used to be. Today, the majority of middle-class households earn an average of $80,000 a year, according to an H&R Block study. Growing Up Poor: 13 Ways...

By Angela Mae | Dec 04, 2023 | 6 min Read

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5 Financial Boundaries That Will Help You Feel Guilt-Free This Holiday Season

Many Americans are cutting back on spending this holiday season, according to recent surveys. See: I Stopped Buying Things From Amazon and Here's What I LearnedFind: How To Get Cash Back on Your...

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8 Financial Habits That Improve Your Daily Life

Most people know the importance of setting good financial habits and practicing these habits to reach their short- and long-term life goals. However, a common mistake many people make when deciding to...

What To Do If You Owe Back Taxes to the IRS

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8 Ways Baby Boomers Become Poor in Retirement

As the Baby Boomer generation enters retirement, a growing number of them face unexpected financial challenges that threaten their retirement security. Related: 7 Frugal Habits That Rarely Pay Off for...

By Sean Bryant | Dec 04, 2023 | 6 min Read

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Frugal Definition: What It Really Means and How To Apply It to Your Life

In today's consumer-driven world, grasping the meaning of frugality can significantly alter how you spend and live. Being frugal is more than just saving money -- it's about being smart and mindful...

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5 Mistakes Even High Earners Make

If earning a high income made people immune to financial mistakes, then rich folks would never go broke. That's not the case, however. Plenty of wealthy and successful people have filed for bankruptcy...

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What To Know If You Deposit More Than $10K Into Your Checking Account

If you plan to deposit $10,000 or more into your checking account, there are a few things you should consider first. By law, banks have to report deposits that exceed a certain amount. Best Bank...

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CD Rates Today: December 4 — Earn 5.75% APY

Forbright Bank is offering 5.75% APY for a 9-month certificate. A $1,000 minimum deposit is required. The Potomac-based credit union is the third largest in the state of Maryland. Forbright Bank was...

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What Happens if Someone Has Your Bank Account and Routing Number?

Protecting your financial information is more crucial than ever due to the growing number of financial scams. A major concern is what could happen if someone gets hold of your bank account and routing...

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States With the Highest Property Taxes

In some states, homes are cheap, property tax rates are less than half of 1% and the average property tax payment is just a few hundred bucks per year. In the most expensive states, however, rates...

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12 Types of Passive Income That Aren’t Taxable

There are numerous ways to earn passive income, but unfortunately, most of them are taxable. This is particularly true of income-generating investments, of which only a handful allow you to avoid...

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Trump Era Tax Cuts Are Set To Expire — Here’s How Much More You’ll Pay

When 2025 draws to a close, so will many of the sweeping Trump-era GOP tax breaks established by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017. While the legislation made some tax cuts to corporate profit...