No one would hold it against you if you’ve never heard of CIBC Bank but chances are you don’t live in Chicago. Until very recently, I hadn’t heard of them before. But they’re a real bank with a real bonus that only requires you to make a sizable deposit into the account before the deadline. […]
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If you’re looking for a place to put some money for safekeeping, a high-yield savings account can be a great place to start. High-yield savings accounts offer interest rates much higher than what you can get with a traditional bank. With a $5,000 balance and a 4.00% annual percentage yield (APY), for instance, you can
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If you want to succeed long-term, make sure you are working mostly for intrinsic rewards not extrinsic rewards. I believe the right balance for success is to have >70% intrinsic motivation and <30% extrinsic motivation. If most of the reason why you are doing something is due to extrinsic motivation, you will likely burn out
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Taryn Phaneuf writes for NerdWallet. Email: tphaneuf@nerdwallet.com. The article What Is Severance Pay and How Does It Work? originally appeared on NerdWallet.
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When it comes to dating and relationships, certain factors can influence how people perceive potential partners. One such factor is the type of job a person holds. While job choice does not define an individual, it can significantly impact romantic prospects for various reasons. Some jobs might evoke concerns, discomfort, or practical challenges that deter
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The wealth disparity between the poor and the rich grows ever greater daily. With the two living completely different lifestyles, here’s a look at ten essential things the poor people know that the rich don’t, according to the internet. 1. The Exact Price of Everything Image Credit: Shutterstock. If you’ve not looked at your grocery
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High-yield savings accounts and traditional savings accounts are both secure spots to keep your money and earn interest. They differ in key ways, however. High-yield savings accounts promise higher interest on your money than their traditional counterparts, but may have steeper minimum-balance requirements and other restrictions. Read on to learn more. What Is a High-Yield
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Collecting items is a popular pastime enjoyed by many people around the world. From stamps to vintage toys, there is a wide range of objects that capture our fascination. However, what most people don’t realize is that some of the items they collect could potentially hold significant value. 1. Vintage Vinyl Records Photo Credit: Depositphotos.
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I’ve been saving into Series I bonds for quite some time but it wasn’t until the last few years that we’ve seen some eye-popping rates out of Series I bonds. I got in on the fervor a few years ago when inflation was running hot and we saw Series I bonds offering inflation rates of
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Retirement plans, health insurance and other benefits you get through your employer often reset with (or near) the new year. How can you best take advantage of your employee benefits as the year winds down? Taking the following steps helps ensure you get the most from your benefits before the year ends. Health Insurance Benefits
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Kate Ashford, CSA® writes for NerdWallet. Email: kashford@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @kateashford. The article What’s New for Medicare in 2024? originally appeared on NerdWallet.
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If you’re pursuing a modification to your home loan payments, you’re already experiencing some financial difficulty. But while a loan modification can help make your payments more affordable, it’s important to understand how restructuring your debt in this way can impact your credit score and what you can do about it. Can a Loan Modification
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As a real estate investor since 2003, I’ve been disappointed by the real estate buying and selling process for a long time. While transaction costs have declined to zero or near zero for every industry due to technology, real estate commissions have remained stubbornly high. Could real estate collusion be involved? After I sold a rental
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Investing in the S&P 500 The S&P 500 is an index that tracks the 500 largest companies in the U.S. by market capitalization. You can’t directly invest in the index itself, but you can buy individual stocks of S&P 500 companies, or buy a S&P 500 index fund through a mutual fund or ETF. The
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Lauren Schwahn writes for NerdWallet. Email: lschwahn@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @lauren_schwahn. The article Mint App Closing: What It Means, How to Pick a New Budget Service originally appeared on NerdWallet.
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We’ve all spent hours watching videos on YouTube. Whether it’s travel, home improvement, educational, or just funny videos, YouTube’s free video selection seems endless. But what many don’t realize is that YouTube also has an online streaming service called YouTube TV. And depending on your viewing habits, you might find YouTube TV to be an
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Here’s the latest personal finance news, how it may impact your financial plan and what you can do to maintain your financial well-being. Federal Reserve Expects a Bumpy Path Toward Its Inflation Goal The inflation rate has dropped significantly since it peaked in June 2022, but it still remains high. In October, the Bureau of
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Have you ever wondered what the history and the parts of a credit card are? How did they get started, and what constitutes a credit card? This article will discuss the history and anatomy of a credit card: what are all the numbers and magnetic bits, and why are they there? We’ll also discuss how
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Jaime Hanson writes for NerdWallet. Email: jhanson@nerdwallet.com. The article 5 Things to Know About the Simon Credit Card originally appeared on NerdWallet.
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