5 Tips From Jim Cramer On Becoming A Smart Investor
Ben Franklin said, "An investment in knowledge pays the best interest." For new investors, that means learning from experts, like Jim Cramer of "Mad Money."
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Here's What Happens If You Exceed Your Credit Card Limit
While exceeding your credit card limit isn't possible on all cards, it can happen. If so, expect fees; though there's a setting you'll want to look into, too.
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Garbage Collectors Make More Than You Realize
Per BLS, there are over 132,000 refuse and recyclable material collectors in the country. Here's a look at how much these essential workers make on average.
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Are Amazon Prime Perks Actually Worth The Cost?
To determine if Amazon Prime perks are worth the cost, it's necessary to break down the actual cost of each individual perk included in a Prime membership.
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Will Two Credit Cards Build Your Credit More Quickly?
You may have heard that a second credit card can help you raise your credit score more quickly, but there's more to it. You'll need to consider all factors.
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Never Do These 5 Things After Inheriting A Large Amount Of Money
Should you inherit a large sum of money, it's important to know what to do with it, starting with what to avoid when managing this sudden, bittersweet windfall.
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You've Been Warned: You'll Lose Money On These Home Improvement Projects
When it comes to home improvement and ROI, it depends on whether or not you plan to sell. If so, then there are some projects you may want to reconsider.
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What To Do If Someone Accidentally Sends You Money
While P2P apps are commonplace today, so too are the money scams that target these apps and their users. An example? Someone "accidentally" sending you money.
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The Dark Truth Behind Credit Card Rewards
Credit card rewards may seem like free money, but the truth is, they're not. Card issuers recoup that money in a few ways, actually making money in the process.
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How Exactly Does A Car Lease Work?
Per S&P Mobility, leasing has yet to fully bounce back from its pandemic low. But it remains an alternative to financing a vehicle. Here's how it works.
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If You Win The Lottery, Is It Better To Take The Lump Sum Or An Annuity?
The odds of winning the lottery are nearly one in 300 million. Still, people do win, and when they do, they must decide whether to take the cash or an annuity.
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What Is The 5-Hour Rule Used By Many Of The World's Most Successful People?
Coined by Michael Simmons, the 5-hour rule is about setting time aside each day -- or across the workweek -- and using that time in a very specific way.
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Phone Scammers Have Tricked People Out Of An Outrageous Amount Of Money
According to the FTC, email displaced text messages in 2023 as the preferred method for fraudsters to contact victims. In second place? Phone calls.
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Are Priority Pass Perks Really Worth The Price?
The cost of getting Priority Pass is more than the annual fee and what you pay per lounge visit. Here's what to consider, starting with how much you travel.
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17 Insurance Products That Are A Total Waste Of Money
Insurance is a viable tool for protecting yourself against tragedy, but in many cases, the products being offered may not be necessary.
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Yes, You Can Borrow Money From Cash App. Here's How
Though it's not promoting it yet, Cash App does offer short-term loans for active users who live in certain states and need money (up to $200) in a pinch.
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Who Gets Picked To Ring The Opening Bell At The New York Stock Exchange?
While seeing famous figures ring the NYSE opening bell isn't uncommon these days, it's actually a fairly recent development, dating back only to the mid-1990s.
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What Happens When The Stock Market Crashes?
When share prices drop, is it a crash or a correction? While there isn't an exact definition, note that crashes are sudden. There's also a number to watch for.
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How To Check Your Credit Card Approval Odds Without Hurting Your Credit Score
Applying for a new credit card is a risk, as there's no guarantee you'll be approved. However, you can better your odds by applying for the right card.
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5 Ways Of Making Passive Income That Are Even Better Than Real Estate
While people likely think of real estate first when they think of passive income, there are other ways to earn this money, and all it takes is your investment.
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Will New Car Prices Finally Fall In 2024?
If you've delayed buying a car or truck in recent years due to the sticker shock, given the pricing trends in 2024, it might be time to start looking again.
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Why You Should Think Twice Before Lowering Your Credit Card Limit
While you surely have good reasons to lower your credit limit, before you do, be sure to consider all that your credit limit affects (like your credit score).
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The Penny Costs More To Make Than It's Worth
The first one-cent coin in the U.S. dates back to 1793. Now, more than 230 years later, the penny still exists, but costs the Mint more than ever to produce.
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This Is The Most Money Ever Spent On A Presidential Campaign
As political campaign spending continues its rise, experts say the 2024 elections, including the presidential election, are on pace to break previous records.
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How Much Money Should You Tip Your Food Delivery App Driver?
While everyone is familiar with tipping rules when dining out, how to tip when it comes to food deliveries may be less concrete. Here's where you can start.
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What Really Happened To Pensions?
When discussing retirement savings, you used to hear a lot more about pensions. What happened to them? To understand their fate, we have to go back to 1978.
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How To Appeal Your Property Taxes
Appealing your property taxes isn't as complicated as you might think. What's more, the success rate of those who go into an appeal prepared is encouraging.
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