You've Been Warned: Paying Back Debt In The Wrong Order Will Cost You
Debt. A reality for most, how we choose to pay that debt back is key to whether or not we do so in a cost-effective way. A lot depends on the order.
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Why You May Want To Think Twice Before Getting A Home Equity Loan
A home equity loan is a common way of accessing your home's built-up equity. This said, you'll want to do the math to know if it's right for you or not.
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Things You Should Never Pay For With A Credit Card
Paying for expenses with a credit card can be beneficial for optimizing rewards points or cash back, but cash should be used in certain circumstances.
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Bill Gates' Worst Tech Predictions
Innovation relies on thinking big. In Bill Gates' case, he's been right about a good many tech ideas, but he's also gotten a few wrong -- at least at first.
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Finding This One Thing Can Make You Happier At Work
Everyone's work situation is different, however, research suggests that finding this one thing in our day to day can result in a happier, motivated outlook.
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Understanding The Sharp Rise Of Cocoa Prices And How It Affects You
Notice chocolate bars costing more? You'd be right, and while you might think it's inflation, the calculus is a bit different when it comes to cocoa prices.
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Do Amish Pay Taxes?
You may have heard that Amish community members aren't required to pay taxes. This, however, isn't exactly true, though they are exempt from certain taxes.
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Your Harry Potter Book Set Could Be Worth A Ton A Money
2023 marked the 25th anniversary for the "Harry Potter" series. The fact that over 500 million books have been sold makes the rare edition even more valuable.
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The Real Reason Your Net Worth Will 'Go Crazy' Once It Passes This Number
When building net worth, there's a milestone financial experts say is the magic number. Once reached, the power of compound interest really takes off.
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You've Been Warned: These Companies Are Collecting And Selling Your Data
Most consumers likely don't realize how much of their data gets collected. They also likely are unaware of how often they green-light its collection.
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What Is Stock Lending And Is It A Good Option?
The key benefit of stock lending is the ability to earn a passive income from your investment. This said, there are some caveats you should be aware of.
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The Biggest Payouts In Gambling History
A recent NCAA survey found the most common bet was $10 to $20. That aligns with several of the stories here: modest bets that turned into mega payouts.
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These VHS Tapes Of Classic Movies Are Worth A Ton Of Money
For over two decades, VHS was how we watched movies at home. While the format is obsolete today, certain titles are still selling at auction, for a lot.
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Which States Allow Sports Betting?
Thirty-eight states and the District of Columbia have legalized sports betting. We take a look at the holdouts and which states are soon likely to join the 38.
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Genius Ways To Save Money On Your Phone Bill
Unlike, say, our mortgage or rent, what we pay for our phones is negotiable, whether through an adjustment to our data usage or we find a better plan.
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The Unexpected Value Of A PEP Cereal Box Today
PEP was a whole-wheat breakfast cereal introduced by Kellogg's in 1923 as a rival to Wheaties. And like Wheaties, some PEP boxes are collectible today.
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You Should Think Twice Before Paying Medical Bills With A Credit Card
Using a credit card to pay medical bills might seem like an easy way to take care of the charges, but it can cost you down the line.
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Are CVS ExtraCare Plus Perks Actually Worth The Price?
CVS' loyalty program is more than 20 years old, though its paid tier is more recent, dating back to 2019. We break down what members get for $5/month.
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How Much Should You Really Pay For High-Speed Internet?
High-speed internet today is an essential utility, but consumers have options when it comes to service. Always keep in mind how much speed you really need.
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What Actually Controls The Price Of Stocks?
As more Americans participate in the stock market, you may wonder what actually controls prices. Beyond supply and demand, we discuss a few other factors.
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TVs: The One Item That Seems To Defy Inflation
Since 2020's 1.2%, the U.S. inflation rate has seen a peak of 8% (in 2022) to the current 3.36%. Despite these ups and downs, TV prices have been unaffected.
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10 States No One Should Ever Retire In
Retirement is the dream for many workers, but choosing the right place to settle down plays a big role in how comfortable you'll be.
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How Much Do Employers Actually Pay For Your Health Insurance?
One of the biggest perks of any job is health insurance. This said, how much companies actually pay largely depends on the type of plan they choose to offer.
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What You Should Never Say When Buying A House
When house shopping, you should avoid saying anything that will leave you in a weaker position when it comes to negotiation. As the buyer, you have power, too.
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How To Try And Get Your Money Back After Being Scammed
The FTC reports consumers lost $10 billion to fraud in 2023. For these people, hopefully they tried getting their money back, as there are steps you can take.
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The Real Reason Social Media Sites Are Turning To Subscriptions
Since the early days of social media, participation has always been free. Now, however, some sites are turning to subscriptions, and the reasons are twofold.
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The Dark History Behind The World's First Billionaire
The world's first billionaire became a billionaire only after the Supreme Court dissolved his company, Standard Oil, for violating the Sherman Act.
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