If you rent your home, apartment or condo, a renters insurance policy can help protect the value of your belongings and your overall financial health. Renters insurance kicks in if your possessions are destroyed, someone gets hurt in your home or you’re unable to stay in your rental if it’s damaged by a covered event. […]
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Life is easier when you can make a positive connection with other people. As I discovered recently, creating a connection with your service provider can also save you money or provide you better service. One of the ways I’m decumulating wealth is by spending money on massages. I love getting massages, especially after a lot
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In the midst of an election year, the stock market often becomes a focal point for investors. The stock market during election years often does behave differently, and it may experience increased volatility. Current events, coupled with the uncertainty of electoral outcomes, can make even seasoned investors anxious about the future. For new investors, this
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Taryn Phaneuf writes for NerdWallet. Email: tphaneuf@nerdwallet.com. The article What Is Surge Pricing? originally appeared on NerdWallet. https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/what-is-surge-pricing #financialliteracy #financialfreedom #finance #financialindependence #personalfinance #money #financialeducation #investing #financialplanning #entrepreneur #debtfree #wealth #creditrepair #budgeting #investment #debtfreecommunity #credit #financialadvisor #creditscore #financetips #financialgoals #realestate #debtfreejourney #moneymanagement #creditrestoration #invest #wealthbuilding #creditrepairservices #moneytips #passiveincome #finances #generationalwealth
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Subscriptions people pay for that are actually worth it often provide significant value, convenience, and savings that justify their cost. By carefully selecting subscriptions that enhance their lifestyle and reduce other costs, people can find these services to be truly worth the investment. 1. Netflix Netflix has firmly established itself as a powerhouse in the
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It’s back to school season! Our kids start school on the 28th of August here in Howard County, Maryland (yep, the week before Labor Day!) and so these upcoming weeks are when all the back to school sales start popping up. One nice benefit of back to school is that during August is when we
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Asia Images Group / Shutterstock.com No matter how much you plan, you’ll likely experience a few retirement surprises. Most retirees experience a life different in many ways from what they originally planned. Here are things that surprised retirees. Use these findings to improve your overall retirement plan for a happier and more secure future. https://www.moneytalksnews.com/slideshows/surprising-things-retirees-wish-they-knew-before-calling-it-quits/
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Is your IRA insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC)? It depends on where and how you hold your IRA. A traditional or Roth IRA may be covered for up to $250,000—if your bank is FDIC insured and you keep your money in a deposit account. FDIC insurance can be a key consideration when
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If you were rich, what would you spend your money on? Would you invest it for the future or blow it all on something silly? I would like to say that I would be smart with my money, but there are many very expensive things in the world that are tempting. Here are ten famous
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Ever wonder how the richest Americans make their money? We are fascinated with how others make money. Today is your lucky day because all this information is publicly available. And you probably can guess who the source is. The Internal Revenue Service. They know (mostly) how much everyone makes, how they make it, and if
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A qualified, objective credit counsellor at a non-profit agency is a great person to walk you through your debt-relief options https://financialpost.com/personal-finance/if-youre-in-a-payday-loan-predicament-here-are-some-options-to-solve-it #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing #financialliteracy #success #investment #wealth #motivation #financialindependence #passiveincome #personalfinance #realestate #stockmarket #debtfree #entrepreneurship #invest #bitcoin #creditrepair #debtfreecommunity #investor #trading #workfromhome #stocks #credit #financialeducation #bhfyp
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Eager to pursue a higher education but worried your bad credit will stand in the way? Fear not. Bad credit—typically a FICO Score of 579 or less—doesn’t automatically disqualify you from getting a student loan. In fact, federal student loans can be an excellent choice for college students with low credit scores. Here’s what you
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Starting on July 16, 2024, we had a mini-stock market crash with the S&P 500 declining from 5,667 to 5,186 by August 5, 2024 (-8.5%). The NASDAQ saw a larger drop, falling from a high of 18,647 on July 10, 2024, to 16,200 on August 5, 2024 (-13%). And the bloodletting might not be done
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Managing money as a couple can be more complicated than handling your personal finances on your own. But there are many benefits to budgeting as a couple. You can proactively plan your joint spending, better track your expenses, set shared financial goals, and improve financial communication. By working as a team, it’s easier to make
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Boomers often indulge in purchases that reflect newfound leisure time and a desire for comfort. These acquisitions, while well-intentioned, often serve as reminders of the transition from a busy working life to a more leisurely pace, reflecting a desire to fill newfound free time with material comforts that may ultimately go unused. 1. Expensive Hobby
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For millions of Americans with poor credit, the idea of fixing their credit sounds almost too good to be true. But, you may wonder, “Is credit repair legal?” when you see credit repair companies advertising… The post Is Credit Repair Legal? The Truth Revealed! appeared first on Crediful. https://www.crediful.com/is-credit-repair-legal/ #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing
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Kim Moody: CRA’s headcount has jumped almost 50% since 2015, but service still lacking https://financialpost.com/personal-finance/canadians-not-getting-enough-value-for-tax-dollars #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing #financialliteracy #success #investment #wealth #motivation #financialindependence #passiveincome #personalfinance #realestate #stockmarket #debtfree #entrepreneurship #invest #bitcoin #creditrepair #debtfreecommunity #investor #trading #workfromhome #stocks #credit #financialeducation #bhfyp
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Spam phone calls represent the No. 1 complaint received by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Both legitimate and spam calls come from real people or from recorded or autogenerated voice messages known as robocalls. But it’s the spam calls—which often try to trick you into giving up money or information—that are the biggest nuisance. For
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