If you plan to buy a home in the coming year, taking steps now to spruce up your credit profile can increase your chances of qualifying for a mortgage and reduce the amount of interest you’ll be charged on the loan. Here are six steps you can take to prepare your credit for the mortgage […]
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Sadly, Silicon Valley Bank (SVB, $SIVB), the 16th largest bank in America at the end of 2022, experienced a bank run. Now the contagion has spread to other regional banks such as First Republic Bank, Signature Bank, Zions Bancorp, and Charles Schwab. Even the largest banks were getting hit as well. Ultimately, The Federal Deposit
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It can be difficult for 15-year-olds to find a job that pays well. By federal law, 14- and 15-year-olds are prohibited from working more than three hours a day on school days and eight hours per non-school day. Therefore, young teens are limited in how much money they can make after school. Also, minimum wage
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Whether you’re an avid online shopper or hate carrying cash, a debit card is a helpful tool for spending your money, and a great alternative for those who don’t want a credit card. Many credit cards are known for their fancy rewards programs, and your plain jane debit card may make you feel left out.
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Some folks stretch their dollar bill until it screams for mercy. But, unfortunately, getting the most bang for your buck doesn’t always have to be torturous. According to a popular online frugal community, these are ten things you don’t want to do in the name of frugality. 1. Taking a Bumpy Ride One person recounted
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The gig economy was just beginning to blossom pre-pandemic. Between 2010 and 2020, the number of gig workers or side hustlers increased by 15%. Unlike many aspects of life, which stagnated during the pandemic, freelancing… The post 10 Best Bank Accounts for Freelancers and Gig Workers appeared first on Crediful. https://www.crediful.com/best-bank-accounts-for-freelancers/ #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business
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kudla / Shutterstock.com Digging out the heavy coats, shovels and bags of ice melt: Tired of this yearly tradition? You could retire to somewhere that is sunny and warm year-round. While some retirees find paradise in countries such as Mexico and Costa Rica, there is no need to move overseas for beautiful weather. Here’s a
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michaeljung / Shutterstock.com The older we get, the more important health care becomes. So it makes sense that the states with the best health care look better and better as retirement approaches. Recently, WalletHub ranked all 50 states according to the quality of health care they offer. In compiling its rankings, WalletHub looked at more
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Buy now, pay later (BNPL) services can make it easy to split a purchase into several even payments without any additional fees or interest. Although individual BNPL services often limit how much you can borrow at a time, you might be able to take out BNPLs from different providers. But if you don’t keep track
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Taking care of yourself is very important; people tend not to spend a lot of money on themselves cause they feel bad or make excuses why they can’t afford it. However, sometimes investing in yourself and spending money to feel better can help immeasurably. Here are the best examples of investments people highly recommend for
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If you have a checking or savings account at a large brick and mortar bank, you’re making nearly nothing in interest. The rates are abysmal… and they know it. They will never increase it. They expect some of you to keep your cash there and they boost their profits. They also expect the savvier customers
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Inside Creative House / Shutterstock.com Tax refunds are always a hot topic this time of year. Some Americans get nothing back at tax time, but millions of others count on that yearly refund to put a little more spending dough in their pockets. If you’re expecting a refund, put that extra cash to good use.
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When you miss one or more payments on a personal loan, your lender may consider you in default—essentially, failing to stick to your loan payment obligations. Defaulting on a personal loan can do serious damage to your credit. If you’ve missed one or more payments on your loan or think you will, don’t panic. There
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The tax-now Roth IRA will increase in popularity over the coming years. Let me explain why. When Congress passed the Tax Cut and Jobs Act (TJCA) of 2017, it inaugurated an eight-year period of the lowest tax rates in American history, which started on January 1, 2018. However, due to the sunset clause that was
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The Roth IRA vs traditional IRA – they’re basically the same plan, right? Not exactly. While they do share some similarities, there are enough distinct differences between the two where they can just as easily qualify as completely separate and distinct retirement plans. To clear up the confusion between the two, let’s look at where
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Capital One Business Deals is an online platform that offers exclusive discounts and deals on essential small-business purchases. You’ll find dozens if not hundreds of deals in popular expense categories like office supplies, communications, sales and marketing, HR and benefits, and business travel. The post Capital One Business Deals Review — Discounts from Top Brands
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