Kathryn Underwood
Kate Underwood is a former high school teacher who now creates financial content for a variety of sites. Personal finance is a passion for her because it has enabled her to design a more purposeful life, and she loves sharing that empowerment with others.
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Should I Cancel Unused Credit Cards or Keep Them Open?
Many people wonder if they should cancel unused credit cards. What are the guidelines for canceling cards or keeping them open?Luxury E-Commerce Retailer 1stDibs Sets Terms to Go Public
Luxury e-commerce company 1stDibs is preparing for its IPO to raise $112 million. What can investors expect from the IPO in 2021?3D Rocket Printer Relativity Space Closes $650 Million Series E
3D rocket printer Relativity Space closed a $650 million funding round to help develop its second rocket, Terran R. Is it publicly traded?Pershing Square Tontine Holdings (PSTH) Warrants, Explained
PSTH, Bill Ackman's SPAC, has warrants available. What are the clauses for PSTH warrants? How are they different than other stock warrants?Israeli Tech Startup WalkMe Is Going Public Soon
Israeli tech startup WalkMe, which helps companies maximize digital investments, is going public soon in 2021. What's the IPO date and price?Mark Bezos Worked His Way to the Top, Like Brother Jeff Bezos
Mark Bezos is the brother of Amazon mogul Jeff Bezos. What do we know about him? What's his net worth compared to his brother?Boom Supersonic Founder and CEO Blake Scholl Eyes High-Speed Flight
Blake Scholl is the founder and CEO of Boom Supersonic. What are his goals for Boom Supersonic and how does he plan to achieve them?SentinelOne Has IPO Plans Amid Increased Focus on Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity platform SentinelOne has filed its Form S-1 to go public on the NYSE under symbol "S." When is the company's IPO date?What Are Some of the Biggest Cyberattacks in History?
Cyberattacks continue to impact millions of people. What are some of the biggest cyberattacks in history? What do cyberattacks mean on a global scale?Krispy Kreme Is Going Public Again Following Private Ownership
In 2021, Krispy Kreme is going public for the second time. Its first IPO was in 2000 and it has been privately owned since 2016.Roblox Faces Class-Action Lawsuit for Removing Digital Content
Roblox is facing a class-action lawsuit for removing digital content without giving refunds. What does it all mean for investors?How Noted GOP Donor Foster Friess Made His Millions
Investor and philanthropist Foster Friess passed away at age 81 on May 27. What was his net worth? How did Friess make his money and use it for good?Centessa Pharmaceuticals to Go Public This Week—IPO Date and Price
Biopharma holding company Centessa Pharmaceuticals is going public this week. What's the company's IPO date and price?Jeff Bezos's Potential 'Bailout' Money Is Being Debated in Congress
A Congressional amendment to a science and technology bill could give Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin funding after the SpaceX loss.When Will Joby Aviation Close the Merger With RTP to Go Public?
Joby Aviation, an electric air taxi startup, will merge sometime in 2021 with SPAC Reinvent Technology Partners (RTP).Is Entertainment Company MGM Holdings Publicly Traded?
MGM Holdings Inc. isn't publicly traded. The privately traded entertainment company is in talks with Amazon about a potential sale.Should You Buy Before or After a Reverse Stock Split?
Reverse stock splits decrease a company's number of outstanding shares, and are often done to avoid delisting. When is a good time for investors to buy?Some Employers Help Pay Off Student Loans: How to Get This Benefit
More employers are offering partial student loan repayment assistance to employees. How can you get this benefit?Bernard Arnault Got Rich Through His Luxury Brands Conglomerate
Bernard Arnault is the CEO of LVMH, the massive luxury company, which has given him an net worth of over $180 billion.Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary Earns a Hefty Salary Even at 50 Percent
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary had a $1.1 billion net worth in 2018 and currently earns about $1.2 million per year. What is his current salary?ZipRecruiter Is Going Public Via Direct Listing
ZipRecruiter, an online jobs marketplace, is going public through a direct listing instead of a traditional IPO.Breeze Airways Starts Offering $39 Fares, Isn't Publicly Traded
Breeze Airways is a new discount airline startup. The company started offering $39 fares mainly in the southeastern U.S. Is the company publicly traded?FIGS Is Going Public: Details About Its IPO Date and Price
FIGS is going public with an IPO on the NYSE and seeks a $3 billion valuation. What is the company's IPO date and price?Is There an Oatly Shortage? Supply Issues, Explained
Oatly, a Swedish company that makes oat-based milk alternative products, has faced supply issues due to increasing demand.Will Biden Forgive Student Loans? Here's the Latest Info
President Biden is under pressure to forgive all student loans. However, he has proposed other options to ease student loan debt.For Last-Minute Tax Filers, When Exactly Are Tax Returns Due?
Many Americans wait until the last minute to file taxes. The deadline to file 2020 taxes in May 17 at midnight.Should I File a Tax Extension Before the Tax Deadline?
The extended deadline for filing 2020 taxes is quickly approaching on May 17. You can file for an extension if needed to avoid penalties from failure to file.How to Get the Monthly Internet Credit and Whether You Qualify
Here's how to apply for a $50 monthly discount on internet service and how to know if you qualify for this new benefit.Why Growing Esports Company 100 Thieves Isn't Publicly Traded
100 Thieves is an esports company with teams, content creators, and apparel. The company isn't publicly traded. Does it have IPO plans?How Long Will the Gas Shortage Last in 2021?
Southeastern states are seeing gas shortages due to the Colonial Pipeline cyberattack, but stockpiling isn't necessary. How long with the shortage last?NFT Platform Provider Bitski Isn’t Publicly Traded
Bitski, the "Shopify for NFTs," recently closed a $19 million Series A funding round and isn't publicly traded. What can investors expect?Ginkgo Bioworks Announces Its SPAC IPO and $15 Billion Valuation
Ginkgo Bioworks is a biotechnology company that's set to merge with the Soaring Eagle SPAC with a $15 billion valuation.How Bill Gates Boosts His Billions—Investment Portfolio Explained
Here's a look at what multi-billionaire Bill Gates's investment portfolio focuses on. How does he invest his billions?Global-E Online, Backed By Shopify, Sets IPO Date and Price
Global-E Online has sold a 6.5 percent stake to Shopify before its impending IPO. When is the IPO date and price?Why Employers Are Struggling To Fill Jobs Despite High Unemployment
As millions are unemployed, many are wondering why it's so hard for some employers to find employees. Here are some of the root causes behind the hiring paradox.AB InBev Is the Top Beer Brand Worldwide—Is It a Monopoly?
AB InBev is the leader in U.S. beer brewing and distribution. The company has the largest market share in the industry and is close to a monopoly.Everything About 5G Explained—Patents, Royalty Charges, and Outlook
5G patents refer to intellectual property that tech companies must use in mobile technology. Who owns 5g patents?Construction SaaS Company Procore Prepares for IPO Again
Construction SaaS company Procore is going public in 2021 after postponing in its IPO in 2020 due to COVID-19 uncertainty.Silver Squeeze 2.0 and Wall Street Silver, Explained
Wall Street Silver, a Reddit forum for silver investors, attempted a second silver squeeze in May. What can investors expect?How Taxes on Inherited Stocks Work, Potential Changes
Currently, inherited stocks avoid capital gains, but a new proposal would change that tax rule. How could the changes impact stocks?Why There's a Chlorine Shortage in 2021 and What It Means
Increased pool buying and a chemical plant fire are causing a chlorine shortage and a spike in prices in 2021. How will the shortage impact the summer?How Berkshire Hathaway Vice Chairman Greg Abel Makes His Millions
Greg Abel, the vice chairman at Berkshire Hathaway, earns nearly $20 million annually. He's also on the shortlist to take over from Warren Buffett.Why Stocks Split and How It Benefits a Company, Explained
Companies might do a stock split to increase liquidity and appeal to more retail investors. Keep reading to learn how stock splits benefit companies.How to Check If You Qualify for a Plus-Up Payment
Plus-up payments are additional funds going to households that qualify for more stimulus money. Here's how to check if you qualify.How Do I Pay Myself With a PPP Loan? — Process and Rules Explained
Sole proprietors with no employees can apply for and use PPP loan funds. Here's everything that you need to know about the process.How to Get a PPP Loan Without a Business, Explained
PPP loans are available to many types of businesses including sole proprietors and freelancers. Can you get a PPP loan without a business?Why Are Social Security Benefits Taxed and Will It End?
Social Security benefits are taxed for many Americans up to 85 percent due to lack of funding. Will the taxes on Social Security end?REE Automotive Will Be Publicly Traded After SPAC Merger
REE Automotive is forming an agreement with Hino Motors to develop electric vehicles. The company will be publicly traded after the SPAC merger.How to Apply for a HARP Refinance Alternative
HARP isn't available anymore for refinancing underwater mortgages, but there are alternatives. What alternatives should you consider?What Happens When You Refinance Your Home?
Many homeowners are refinancing their homes to lock in lower rates. Is refinancing worth it? What happens when you refinance your home?
