Category: Money

Paper checks are becoming a thing of the past like the dinosaurs, and fast. These days, only about 0.05% of payments are made by check, […]

Good news for savers: The IRS announced yesterday that next year’s contribution limits for 401(k)s and other tax-advantaged retirement plans are increasing to account for […]

Many financial goals can be at least partially automated . While I typically caution against using artificial intelligence in personal finance, most money-saving apps are […]

I’m a woman on the Internet. This means that I received a private message from a stranger that begins with the words ” hello goddess… […]

Saving for retirement is an important part of every person’s financial planning. Previously, I recommended dividing your money into multiple accounts so you can see […]

Last month , the police department in Lower Marion, Pennsylvania , just north of Philadelphia, warned residents about a new scam. But unlike those that […]

I confess: I checked my partner’s phone to catch him being unfaithful. But while I was combing through their messages looking for evidence of infidelity, […]

Parking, like everything else associated with car ownership, is expensive . If you live in a dense urban area like New York City, you could […]

Thanks to credit and debit cards, digital wallets, peer-to-peer apps and bank transfers, sending money digitally has become the norm these days. While this convenience […]

The Roth IRA is a powerful retirement savings tool. Especially for young people , this is the best way to take full advantage of compound […]

Robo-advisors have one key goal: to simplify the investment process. These automated digital platforms use algorithms to provide investment advice, portfolio management and other services […]

With more than 60% of Americans living paycheck to paycheck and many people unable to cover a $400 emergency like car repairs or an unexpected […]

Having a higher credit limit on your credit card can be beneficial for several reasons. This can help improve your credit score by lowering your […]

Have you experienced gas pump shock recently? The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.78 as of October 4, 2023, and in […]

Have you ever paid for a ridiculously expensive drink in cash and therefore it was “free”? Or spent an extra 30 bucks just to get […]

If you want to fast-track your student loan application for next year, you’ll have to wait: the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) won’t […]

Amazon announced that “Prime Big Deal Days,” an exclusive savings event for Prime members, will run from October 10 at 3 a.m. ET until October […]

When faced with overwhelming debt, you may be tempted to resign yourself to feelings of hopelessness and loneliness. This is understandable, given that society tends […]

Do you constantly put off everyday financial tasks like tracking expenses, paying bills, and filing taxes? Does even checking your bank account balance make you […]

Are you constantly worried about not having enough money? Are you afraid to spend money on things you want or need? This feeling of lack […]

I worry so much about our healthcare system that I need to take an inhaler that I can barely afford. Although I’m lucky to be […]

Regularly monitoring your credit history reduces the likelihood that reporting errors (at best) or identity theft (at worst) will undermine your financial health—and now you […]

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is asking Epic Games , a developer and publisher of online video games and software, to pay $520 million in […]

Sticking to a budget is a lot like sticking to a diet. Both are forms of limitation, and you need discipline (and often sacrifice) to […]

One of the most difficult relationships in our lives is the relationship with money. There’s so much money in the world – so much that […]

From student loans to medical bills to simply putting food on the table, much of managing your finances can seem like it all comes down […]

Below are some class action lawsuits due in September that many people are eligible for, including what the settlement is for, who is eligible for […]

While it’s always difficult to lose your job , the severance pay offered by your employer can soften the blow. However, before accepting a lump […]

The Federal Reserve announced a new 0.25% interest rate hike last month . This quarter-point increase, part of an ongoing effort to fight inflation, pushed […]

Credit card rewards programs offer a fantastic opportunity to earn points, miles and cash back on your day to day expenses. And if you’re looking […]

Whether you’re moving out soon, tidying up your closet at the end of the season, or just getting rid of stuff that’s taking up space […]

When you think of high-paying jobs, traditional roles like doctors, lawyers, and executives come to mind. However, some of the highest paying roles are roles […]

New Year’s is not the only time to discuss financial decisions . Summer is in full swing and you are about halfway between last year’s […]

When you hear things like “EVs are the future” or “AI will grow and grow,” you might think to yourself, “ How can I, as […]

Whether your location and user profile data was stolen on Meta (Facebook), you never received a full refund from SeatGeek for a canceled event, or […]

Welcome to Lifehacker’s “How I Became” series, where I ask real people how they actually got their jobs. This week I had the pleasure of […]

If you’re wondering how to afford housing, health care, and life’s necessities, you’ll probably be happy to hear about new financial tips to help you […]

Inflation continues to affect a number of day-to-day expenses, including the cost of sending mail. According to the US Postal Service (USPS), starting next week, […]

Usually when you hear “distribution planning” you think of retirement. However, the tax planning that is included in retirement planning can be applied to other […]

If you’re mailing checks to your landlord or utility provider, it’s time to look for another way to pay your bills. Check fraud and mail […]