Vance Cariaga

Contributor

Vance previously worked as a reporter/editor with Investor's Business Daily, the Charlotte Business Journal, the Charlotte Observer and other publications. His debut novel, "Voodoo Hideaway," was published in 2021.

Education

B.A. in English, Appalachian State University

Accolades

Finalist, Green Eyeshade Awards for Business Journalism
2nd place, Writer's Digest 2019 Short Short Story Competition

Expertise in

Banking
Retirement
Investing

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5 Places To Look for Rare Coins Worth a Lot of Money

People with visions of instant wealth usually buy a lottery ticket or hit the casino. Most don't think about searching for rare coins. But if you come across the right one, it could turn you into a...

by Vance Cariaga

More Americans Are Using AI With Finances — Here’s What They’re Using It for

Developing a good financial plan requires a mix of different resources, from one-on-one human advice to high-tech tools. Among the latter options is artificial intelligence, which is being embraced by...

by Vance Cariaga

Why Warren Buffett Avoids Cryptocurrencies Despite Their Hype

Investing in cryptocurrency is not for the faint of heart because it's subject to so much volatility. Even the leading crypto, bitcoin, has been through more than its share of choppy waters. That...

by Vance Cariaga

Here Are the 10 Best and Worst States for Nursing Home Affordability

The aging of America is about to hit a higher gear in the coming decades. Between now and 2050, the number of Americans aged 65 and older is projected to grow by nearly 50% to 82 million, according...

by Vance Cariaga

Looking To Buy (or Sell) a Car? Experts List Their Top 10 Vehicles for Resale Value in 2025

Used-car sales in the United States should see a slight increase in 2025, with Cox Automotive projecting a 1% year-over-year gain to 37.8 million units. Jonathan Smoke, Cox's chief economist, credited...

by Vance Cariaga

AI Company Backed by Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos Now Worth Billions — What Are the Investment Options?

Only seven years after its founding, AI-powered mining startup KoBold Metals has already built a value of nearly $3 billion thanks to investments from heavy hitters like Microsoft co-founder Bill...

by Vance Cariaga

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