Car Shopping Guide: When To Buy New, Buy Used, Or Lease
Per Consumer Reports, used car prices are down 10% from a year ago. In this guide, we go over other factors you should weigh when buying or leasing a car.
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The Wealthy Use High Interest And High Inflation To Their Advantage (& You Can Too)
While your assets won't make you a one-percenter, that doesn't mean you can't use similar tactics used by the wealthy to grow your money, too.
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The Highest-Paid NFL Players Make An Astounding Amount Of Money
With 53 players on an NFL team's roster, star franchise players always account for the bulk of a team's total salary. Here's who earns the most.
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What To Do When You're Denied A Checking Or Savings Account
Being denied a checking or savings account today doesn't mean you won't be able to secure one in the future. In the meantime, you have a few easy options.
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Avoid This Terrible Retirement Advice Making The Rounds On Social Media
CFP Lawrence Sprung tells us he's worried people who follow influencer financial advice might be getting the wrong idea about how to best save for retirement.
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The Best Way To Save Money If You're Living Paycheck To Paycheck
Payroll.org reports 78% of surveyed Americans said they were living paycheck to paycheck in 2023. This said, there's often still a way to save each month.
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How Much Do Americans Actually Spend On Amazon Each Month?
How much consumers spend on Amazon largely depends on if they're Prime members or not. Analysts estimate there are some 180 million Prime members as of Q1 2024.
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Valuable Sports Cards That May Be Hiding In Your Closet
These five cards are ones fans (and readers) were likely to come across in their time. Their high values? The result of who the athletes would become.
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At What Age Should You Become Financially Independent From Your Parents?
Given the economy, the age young adults become financially independent is different from the past. Yet, there is an age range you and your parents can aim for.
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Read This Before You Consider Any Automated Investment Platform
Robo-advisers offer you a way to start investing, even without much knowledge. For a more personalized strategy, though, you may want to think twice.
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5 Of The Most Gut-Wrenching Gambling Losses In History
A losing $5 lottery ticket may have you thinking about it (and its opportunity cost) all week, but imagine gambling away millions in a day, or even, hours.
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Clear Signs You're Above Average Financially (Even If It Doesn't Feel That Way)
Contrary to what you may see on social media, if you consistently pay your bills on time and meet these other metrics, you're doing fine financially.
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AI's Impact On The Financial Advisory Industry
Speaking to us about AI's impact on his industry, CFP Lawrence Sprung explained how the technology allows professionals like him to help clients even more.
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What To Look For In AI Trading-Bot Scams
While AI is definitely changing the way traders trade and investors manage their portfolios, the technology has also opened the door for new financial scams.
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Is A Fabletics Membership Actually Worth The Price?
For brand activewear, you may have considered subscribing to Fabletics. If so, here's what you need to know to get the most out of your membership.
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The Hidden Truth Behind Estate Sale Tax Implications
An EstateSales.NET 2023 survey found that the most common reason for an estate liquidation is the loss of a loved one. Downsizing or moving came in second.
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The 'Dirty Word' One Expert Financial Adviser Wants To Rebrand
Making sure your paycheck covers all your expenses is a math problem most of us take on each month. It's important to remember, though, to reward yourself, too.
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Super-Successful Businesses That Rejected Their Shark Tank Offers
Even when deals don't close on "Shark Tank," entrepreneurs likely benefit from the exposure. That certainly was the case for these two million-dollar ideas.
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Scam Warning: Never Respond If Someone Calls You And Uses These Phrases
Per Trucaller's latest scam report, 21% of Americans lost money from phone scams in 2023. To protect yourself, start by learning what to listen for.
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The 3 Worst Personal Finance Mistakes Experts Warn You're Probably Making
CFP Lawrence Sprung shares with us three of the most common mistakes he sees people making when it comes to their finances and retirement planning.
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Beware: Amazon Prime Day Deals Aren't Always All They're Cracked Up To Be
Prime Day has become the summer's Black Friday. That said, when it comes to deals, it doesn't hurt to do your due diligence to ensure you get the best bargain.
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Why So Many High Earners Are Living Paycheck To Paycheck Today
While you might think high earners who bring home $100K, even $200K a year, are financially set, many deal with the same problems lower-wage earners face.
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You've Been Warned: Life Insurance Is (Usually) A Bad Way To Save For Retirement
When it comes to life insurance and retirement planning, Lawrence Sprung explains why, for the majority of the investing public, these policies aren't ideal.
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How Much Do Artists Actually Make Off Of Spotify?
While Spotify artists need to meet certain streaming requirements to receive royalties, they also can become millionaires without being a chart-topper.
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Finding The Best Deals At Lowe's
Lowe's is tailored more to homeowners than some competitors, and offers several ways that shoppers can save money the next time they're in.
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This Is The Single Most Important Piece Of Expert Financial Advice For Gen Z
Once you're 50, you're allowed to make catch-up contributions to your 401(k) and/or IRA. A CFP explains how Gen Z can avoid needing to make such contributions.
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The Unexpected Value Of Your Old Beanie Babies Today
Everyone knows Beanie Babies with their heart-shaped Ty tags. In the '90s, they were all the craze, but only some have held on to their collectible value.
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