Scam Phone Numbers To Never Answer If They Call You
Scam phone calls are so common that there is now even a list of the the phone numbers and area codes most frequently associated with them.
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The Biggest Money Heists In American History
The biggest money heists in U.S. history span from coast to coast, though the city of Boston plays a central role in quite in a few of them.
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The Type Of Mortgage Loan You Should Keep In Mind If You're Retired
This type of mortgage is ideal for many retirees because it provides flexibility and can even help them defer taking Social Security.
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The Real Reasons Red Lobster Went Bankrupt
Red Lobster suffered from years of mismanagement and menu promotions that cost the company far too much money, leading it into bankruptcy.
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The Tragic Life Event That Can Unexpectedly Make Your Credit Score Fall
This unfortunate event is a tragic event in the best of circumstances, but for some it can also come with a reduction in their credit rating.
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Safe Deposit Boxes Have An Unsettling Truth Banks Don't Want You To Know About
Safe deposit boxes are increasingly less common in major banks, and one major reason has to do with the liability for what's stored inside them.
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Here's The Average Credit Score For People By Age
The average credit score between younger citizens and elders varies greatly, as Gen Zers haven't had nearly as much time to build solid credit.
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The Future Of Digital Payments In 2025: Will Cash Be Completely Replaced?
In developed countries, digital payments have taken over many types of transactions, but hurdles remain to this practice being adopted globally.
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The Reason Your Credit Card Interest Rates May Have Just Gone Up
Credit card interest rates have recently gone up for many users in response to a proposed, but delayed, law that could impact issuers' revenue streams.
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How The Increase In Homeowners Associations Affects Homebuyers
Homeowners associations (HOAs) are increasingly common across the United States, which adds costs to homeownership but can provide extensive benefits.
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10 Common Credit Card Mistakes To Avoid
Credit cards can be valuable tools for building credit and establishing a more fluid financial situation, but incorrect use can take years to recover from.
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Collectors Long For This Special '25-Cent' Coin Valued At Around $10,000
This particular "quarter" is among the rarest of its kind. One, it's a double-denomination, and what's more, it's a proof coin, meant for collectors.
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At What Age Should You Reach Your Financial Peak?
Not surprisingly, your financial peak coincides with your peak earning years. But these years aren't just about the present, but very much the future.
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Major Budget Airline Officially Files For Bankruptcy
This budget airline (the country's largest) filed for bankruptcy protection on November 18, 2024, 41 years after it was founded as Charter One.
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5 Secrets The Wealthy Use To Protect And Grow Their Fortune
One in every 15 people in the U.S. is a millionaire. No matter your net worth, you can still employ many of the same strategies to protect your money.
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Don't Fall Victim To The Alarming Bitcoin ATM Scam Going Around
Per Coin ATM Radar, there are little over 31,500 bitcoin ATM machines in the country. Unfortunately, the machines are now on the scammers' radar, too.
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You've Been Warned: Beware Of 'Shoulder Surfers' When Using An ATM Abroad
A 2024 report from security software company McAfee found that 28% of travelers have been scammed. This ATM scam is one of the simplest to carry out.
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Here's What The 3D 'Sticker' On Your Credit Card Actually Does
To fight fraud, credit cards have various advanced security features embedded, including a shiny "sticker" that's tough for fraudsters to counterfeit.
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When You Should Stop And Change Your Social Security Number Immediately
The Social Security Administration only issues new Social Security numbers in a handful of circumstances. To request a new number, it must be done in person.
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Rick Steves Warns Travelers To Avoid These ATMs When Traveling In Europe
Rick Steves has been traveling around Europe for over 50 years, and he knows how to travel on a budget. Per Steves, using the wrong ATM could cut into yours.
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Clear Signs You May Have Too Much Money In Your Checking Account
While two out of five Americans report not having enough savings to cover a $1,000 emergency, there are others who may be holding on to too much cash.
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Is It Smart To Have Multiple Savings Accounts?
As you focus on building your savings account, have you ever considered maintaining more than one? There's actually no limit to how many you can open.
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You've Been Warned: Think Twice Before Financing A New Car Until Late 2025
If you've held off buying a new car, you may want to wait a little longer, considering the direction analysts are predicting car loan rates will go.
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The Silver Dollar Coin That's Worth A Ton Of Money
The U.S. silver dollar dates back to the 18th century, 1794 to be exact. And this coin, of which 1,758 were minted, was never meant for circulation.
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The Wild Story Of A Man Who Accidentally Threw Away 7,500 Bitcoins
This bitcoin story dates back to 2013, but the lost bitcoins (which involve a landfill) remain lost today. Now, nine years later, there's a lawsuit.
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You've Been Warned: Using Public Wi-Fi Could Put Your Finances In Jeopardy
Per the FTC, public Wi-Fi is "usually safe" thanks to encryption; however, still take steps to protect your personal info from being compromised.
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'Keep Your Account To Yourself': Kevin O'Leary's Stern Warning For Couples
This said, Kevin O'Leary's financial advice to couples needs some context, which we provide here. He didn't just offer this warning out of the blue.
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