Marriage is in the news again. With the Supreme Court deciding who is worthy of being married, it seems worth taking a moment to think about why even get married in the first place. Sure we can talk about the benefits of togetherness and the importance of the institution as a foundation for society and […]
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Welcome to the Weekly Scan. Here’s what we’re following for the week of October 10, 2022. Plus, our Certified Financial Planner Lauren Anastasio gives advice on how to respond to the news. Twitter takeover. Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk completed his acquisition of Twitter last week in a $44 billion deal. Musk traveled to Twitter headquarters
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Quick Look The Fed will likely raise interest rates by 75 basis points this week. Economists expect another 50-basis-point hike in December. Interest rates on credit cards and mortgages will continue to increase as a result. Savings account yields could increase as well. The Fed hopes to stop hiking rates early next year, but that
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Tires are a big part of the cost of owning a car, and the range of tire prices doesn’t make it easier to budget for them. The price of tires depends on several factors, including how they perform in certain weather conditions, how well they handle, and what type of terrain they can manage. Each…
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Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, more and more Americans have been working from home. And a recent survey from FlexJobs found that 77% of full-time workers identified the ability to work remotely as one of the most important benefits, right behind salary. A whopping 57% of survey respondents said that they would leave
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While not required by law, many landlords require their tenants to purchase renters insurance. Renters insurance offers coverage for property damage, personal liability and additional living expenses if something happens at or to your rental. It can be a smart policy to hold, whether it’s required or not. When Is Renters Insurance Required? Some landlords
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Dear Penny, My 21-year-old daughter has been living with her boyfriend for the past seven months. He is the same age as she is and is unemployed. He shows absolutely no desire to find employment, nor does he have the drive to do so, which makes me irritated knowing that he is taking advantage of
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Americans are enthralled with watching the lifestyles of the rich and famous unfold on TV and social media. Despite the extravagant cars and vacations showcased on certain programming franchises, the wealth of these celebrities pales in comparison to some of America’s richest families. To find out which clans hold the most wealth, Stacker compiled a
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Deciding whether or not to have life insurance is an individual decision. Whatever you decide to do or not do, it’s important to make an informed decision that’s best suited to your family’s needs. To help you learn more about life insurance, let’s debunk some of the biggest life insurance myths. This post is brought
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If you’re anything like me, then one of the biggest challenges in your budget comes down to one little problem: the bone-deep need for a good cup of coffee. As someone who’s been addicted to the bean since before high school, and is now old enough to make that statement feel embarrassing, I know what
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As an investment, farmland has offered attractive historical investment returns with low volatility. It’s also become more alluring during inflationary times when stocks and bonds are more likely to struggle. Until a few years ago, it was difficult to invest directly in farms because of several entry barriers. The only option was to parcel the
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People who put money into an employer-sponsored retirement plan should be aware of an important word: “vested.” When you’re vested in a retirement plan, it means you own some or all of the money in your account. So, if you’re 100% vested, you own 100% of your retirement funds. But if you’re 20% vested, you’re
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Want to work for yourself but lack startup capital? No problem! It’s possible to start a business with no money—as long as you focus on what’s essential.Lacking start-up capital? No problem. It’s possible to start a business with no money — as long as you focus on what’s essential. The post How to start a
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A brokerage account is a taxable investment account you use to buy and sell securities through a licensed brokerage firm. This type of account provides access to a wide variety of investment options to help you build a diversified portfolio. If you want to hold certain securities that only a licensed broker is authorized by
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E-checks allow you to pay your bills and get your paycheck a lot easier and faster. But it’s important to understand how they work and how they differ from other payment methods. The post How Electronic Check (E-Check) Payment Processing Works appeared first on Money Crashers. https://www.moneycrashers.com/echeck-electronic-check-payment-processing/ #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing #financialliteracy #success
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Social Security survivors benefits are paid to the surviving spouse and eligible dependents of a deceased person who qualified for Social Security retirement benefits. How much a surviving spouse or other dependent receives in Social Security survivors benefits varies. The primary factor is how much the deceased person was receiving or could have received in…
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Does getting paid to cuddle cats and walk dogs sound like a dream job? If so, pet sitting might be the perfect side hustle for you. If you love animals and need some extra cash, consider watching other people’s pets. It’s a relatively easy and flexible gig, and several websites can help you market your
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If you have a large or complicated estate, it pays to take a look at insurance, experts say https://financialpost.com/personal-finance/family-finance/fp-answers-whole-life-insurance-good-investment-circumstances #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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Phovoir / Shutterstock.com How poor do you have to be before you’re in poverty? The answer is important because many social welfare programs determine eligibility by some measure of poverty — often based on the federal poverty guidelines. These include the Medicaid health insurance program and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which was previously
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A home equity line of credit, or HELOC, is a type of secured loan that gives you access to cash based on the equity in your home. You draw from a HELOC as needed and repay some or all of it monthly, somewhat like a credit card. When applying for a HELOC, a lender will
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