What It Really Means When Something Goes Into Foreclosure
The foreclosure process triggers after a borrower stops making payments on a loan. For borrowers, it's important to know how this legal process can snowball.
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How Much Money Should You Have In Your Emergency Fund?
Chances are you know it's financially smart to keep an emergency fund, but how much is enough? You can start by thinking about how long that rainy day could be.
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The 11 Dumbest Things To Waste Money On
Buying things is an unavoidable part of life, but if you aren't careful, your home can become cluttered with stuff you never really needed.
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2023 Federal Income Tax: 5 Reasons You'll Get A Bill Instead Of A Refund
If when preparing your tax return, your calculations begin to show you'll be owing the IRS instead of getting a refund, these are the most common reasons why.
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Should You Still Invest If The Market Is At An All-Time High?
While investing at an all-time high may feel daunting, it should be less so for the long-term investor. Keep in mind the market has historically trended upward.
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What Is A Budget?
A budget not only helps you better understand where your money goes each month, but it also gives you a powerful tool to modify your spending habits.
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Sneaky Ways Airlines Trick You Into Spending Money
No matter where you're flying it's always a good idea to look up tickets for each traveler individually before finalizing your itinerary.
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The Little-Known Tax Deduction That Could Increase Your Refund
Tax deductions, such as giving to charity, help to lower your taxable income, which, in turn, could help to reduce what you owe and even result in a refund.
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Think Twice Before Buying A Brand New Car. Here's Why
Per Experian, it cost over $12K to own and operate a new vehicle in 2023. Suffice to say, buying a car -- particularly a new car -- takes careful consideration.
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Jim Cramer's Worst Financial Advice
Jim Cramer of "Mad Money" also cofounded TheStreet in 1996. While many turn to him for financial advice, here are 13 times it would've been better not to.
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You May Want To Think Twice Before Loaning Money To Family
While you may feel obligated to help a family member or close friend out when they face a financial jam, don't ignore the potential pitfalls that could result.
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The 13 Easiest Online Side Gigs For Extra Money
As side gigs become more common, the competition to land one only grows. But, of course, first you have to find one. Here are 13 ideas to get you started.
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When Is The Last Day To File Your Personal Taxes For 2023?
Along with filing accurate taxes, it's important to file your return on time. For 2023 returns, that deadline may be different depending on where you live.
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Here's How To Buy A House If You're Broke (But Should You?)
To buy a home, you'll need a down payment, which is typically 20% of the purchase price. This said, there are ways to pursue homeownership even if you're broke.
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Things You Should Never Buy Online
Shopping online is convenient and can lead to some great discounts, but depending on what you're looking for, it's important to see it in person.
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The Unexpected Value Of The $100,000 Bill Today
It's true the Bureau of Engraving & Printing once printed a $100,000 bill, the highest denomination ever issued. However, it's a bill you don't want to own.
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Do You Get Bail Money Back?
When it comes to getting bail money back, it depends; namely, on how the bail was posted and whether or not the defendant met all the conditions of release.
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How To Spot A Credit Card Skimmer Before It's Too Late
Though contactless payment is common today, there are still times when you'll need to insert your credit/debit card, which can leave you vulnerable to skimmers.
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5 Ways State Income Tax Might Catch You By Surprise In 2023
Don't be caught off guard on Tax Day. Here's why your tax liability (or tax refund) at the state level is what is; plus, what to watch for in future returns.
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Paying Off Your Student Loans This Way Could Save You Money
While repayment terms for a student loan are typically set at 10 years, it takes, on average, 20 years to pay the loan off. Here's how to save a bit as you do.
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Where You Can Get The Best Discounts If You're A Senior
Senior discounts abound across the United States, with programs often offering perks for customers as youthful as 55 years of age.
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The Big Mistake You Shouldn't Make With Your Tax Refund
The average tax refund issued by the IRS in 2023 was $2,903. Unfortunately, for some, receiving such a windfall could lead them to make a big financial mistake.
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13 Warning Signs Of Financial Infidelity You Shouldn't Ignore
Financial infidelity can be as harmful to a relationship as other forms of dishonesty, which makes transparency around money quite important.
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The Common 401(k) Mistake That Could Cost You A Fortune
Nearly 35% of working Americans have a 401(k)-style plan. Yet, many people make a common mistake, one that can cost them something truly valuable: free money.
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How Much Money Should You Tip Your Hairdresser?
While it's not required, tipping hair care professionals is fairly automatic for a majority of Americans. As for how much to tip, this is the industry standard.
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13 Things You're Paying Too Much For And Didn't Realize
It's no secret that life is getting more expensive, but there are many small hacks you can employ to keep routine costs at their minimum.
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What Really Happens If You Don't File Your Federal Income Taxes By The April Deadline?
If you can't file your return by the April tax deadline, expect the IRS to be in touch. However, what exactly happens will depend on if you owe taxes or not.
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