Personal Finance

Looking for advice on personal finance? From the best credit card rewards programs to the best way to save for retirement, we'll help you get a better rein on your personal finance and tax questions.

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  Personal Finance

  Junk Fees Are Everywhere — How to Spot and Dispute Hidden Costs

  Corporations have made a habit of adding hidden fees, aka junk fees, to bills, often right under a consumer’s nose. If Biden has anything to do with it, that practice will come to an end.

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  Taxes

  Should You Give Your Employees Gift Cards? There Are Tax Implications

  In the eyes of the IRS, giving your employees a gift card with a cash value is like giving them a bonus, so are gift cards taxable?

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  Taxes

  Private School Tuition Can Be Tax Deductible in Some Cases

  If private school tuition is a blow to your bank account, you may be wondering if it’s tax deductible. Here’s the scoop on when — and where — you may be able to deduct private school tuition on your taxes.

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  Retirement

  The Amount You Need to Retire Comfortably in the U.S. Just Got Higher

  When it comes to saving for retirement, the pressure is on. American adults say retiring comfortably in the U.S. costs more than ever. What amount do you need to retire comfortably?

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  Jobs

  No Experience? No Problem! These Online Freelance Jobs Are Ideal for Beginners

  Many people can work remotely thanks to online jobs, even with no experience. Here are some of the best freelance jobs online for beginners.

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  Credit

  Store Credit Cards Can Be Good or Bad Depending How You Use Them

  There are pros and cons to opening a store credit card. Whether a store credit card is worth it depends on why you are opening it and what you do with it .

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  Taxes

  Are Moving Expenses Tax Deductible? Not for Most Americans

  Moving expenses used to be tax-deductible for most Americans. What has changed about moving expenses and tax deductions?

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  Real Estate

  Thinking About Buying a Home? Interest Rates Could Go Down in 2023

  Economists with the Mortgage Bankers Association say a pending recession in 2023 could result in a drop in home prices and mortgage interest rates.

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  Federal Assistance

  Over 9 Million Households Qualify for a November Stimulus Check — Do You?

  The IRS is notifying over 9 million households that they may be eligible for tax credits or stimulus payments. See whether you qualify for these benefits.

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  Jobs

  Virtual Assistant Jobs Offer Remote Flexibility, Little Experience Required

  As a virtual assistant, you can work with just one company or as a freelancer working with several companies. Virtual assistant jobs allow you to work at home.

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  Personal Finance

  Are Budgeting Apps Safe? Take These Steps to Protect Your Data

  When managing your money, there are several budgeting apps available that link directly to your bank account and credit cards to track your expenses. Are budgeting apps safe?

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  Retirement

  How Do Millennials and Gen Zers Compare When It Comes to Retirement Savings? You Might Be Surprised

  A new study shows where Millennial vs. Gen Z retirement savings really are, and the results may contradict generational stereotypes.

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  Jobs

  Here Are the Best Seasonal Jobs for College Students as the Holidays Approach

  College students often need seasonal jobs during holidays from school, but they don't want to take a full-time or long-term job. Here are some of the best seasonal jobs to try.

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  Credit

  Don't Forget to Consider Sign-On Bonuses When Shopping for a Credit Card

  Credit cards not only offer ongoing rewards for your everyday spending, but most offer attractive sign-on bonuses to new customers. Which cards have the best sign-on bonuses?

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  Loans

  Student Loan Forgiveness Is on Hold for Millions — Will It Go Through?

  President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan is on hold as a federal appeals court reviews a lawsuit against it. Can you still apply, and will the loan forgiveness go through?

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  Jobs

  Viral Post Sparks Debate — Should You Send a Thank You Email After a Job Interview?

  A post went viral on Reddit after an employer revealed they are no longer receiving thank you emails after job interviews — is the practice officially dead?

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  Personal Finance

  Some States Mandate Personal Finance Education, Sparking Debate

  Financial education in grade school could leave students better prepared for success in young adulthood and beyond, research suggests. Some states are mandating financial literacy.

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  Jobs

  Amazon Offers Up to $3,000 in Sign-On Bonuses — But It's Not Paid out Right Away

  Amazon is offering sign-on bonuses of up to $3,000 for many of the positions it has open. Here's how the Amazon sign-on bonus is paid out and how you can apply for these jobs.

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  Personal Finance

  Estate Planning Isn't Just for Rich People — The Three Documents You Need, According to Expert

  Thinking about your own mortality isn't easy, but making sure you have an estate plan is important for your assets and your loved ones — here's why according to expert..

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  Personal Finance

  Why Isn't Rent Tax Deductible? How to Save on Taxes as a Renter

  With all the money you’re spending on rent, you may wonder why rent isn't tax deductible. Unfortunately, the tax deductions on your rental property go to someone else.

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  Taxes

  Estate and Gift Tax Exemptions Increase in 2023, Generous Break for Wealthy Americans

  As inflation causes the federal government to hike tax brackets and social security income, wealthy Americans are also getting a break: a bigger estate tax exemption for 2023.

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  Jobs

  Want to Get Paid Same-Day Cash? Consider Applying for These Jobs

  If you’re looking for a job that pays you cash the same day you complete the work, you’re in luck as there are a few available that you apply for. Check them out here.

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  Personal Finance

  Protect Yourself From This Bitcoin Exchange PayPal Invoice Scam

  A new phishing scam is using PayPal to trick people out of their money. Here's what to know about the Bitcoin Exchange PayPal invoice scam.

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  Personal Finance

  Homeless TikToker Falls Victim to Facebook Housing Scam, Loses Her Savings

  TikToker @sillysteph01 was living in her car while working for DoorDash and saving for a home. But a Facebook housing scam interfered with her plans, and her bank, Chime, wasn't much help.

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  Jobs

  This Hack Promises You 46 Days Off in 2023 Using Only 18 Days of PTO

  With many companies offering limited paid time off, workers have to be strategic. This PTO hack promises 46 days off in 2023 using just 18 days of your PTO.

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  Personal Finance

  High Gas Prices Getting You Down? Earn Some of That Cash Back with These Rewards Credit Cards

  There are plenty of rewards credit cards that pay you cash back or other rewards for spending. If you spend a lot on gas, these are some of the best credit cards to consider.

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  Personal Finance

  Got Extra Gift Cards Sitting Around? Sell Them for Fast Cash — and a Small Fee

  Got a gift card you can’t — or don’t want to — use? We won’t tell. Here are legitimate places you can get fast cash for your gift cards.

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  Taxes

  IRS Announces New Tax Brackets for 2023 — What It Means for You

  The IRS announced new tax brackets for 2023 that increased by 7 percent to adjust for rising inflation. See what the changes mean for you.

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  Jobs

  This Tech CEO Just Revealed 4 Signs That You’re About to be Fired

  If you ever wanted to know what the signs were that indicate you are going to be fired, tech CEO Theresa Sue Mubenga revealed on TikTok a few. Check them out here.

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  Taxes

  You Can File Taxes After the Oct. 17 Deadline, but Expect Penalties

  If you missed the Oct. 17 tax deadline, the IRS may charge you late filing fees, which might include the Failure to File Penalty. We have all the details.

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  Personal Finance

  Salary Transparency Is a Good Thing — And It’s Here to Stay

  Salary transparency is becoming more normalized in the office and job market — for good reason. Many states and companies have made their own laws and standards to keep it.

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  Personal Finance

  Check Your Confederate Money — Graybacks Are Selling for Thousands

  Today, you can still find Graybacks floating around on eBay and at other auctions. Is Confederate money worth anything? Here's what we know.

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  Personal Finance

  How to Calculate Your Personal Inflation Rate — and Use It to Budget Better

  If you feel like broad inflation metrics don’t line up with your specific life, consider calculating a personal inflation rate to help you budget.

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  Jobs

  TikToker Quits Job 10 Minutes Into First Day After Spotting These Red Flags

  A woman starting a job at Equifax quit 10 minutes into her first day after being told by employees that she would hate working there. She also spotted some other red flags.

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  Personal Finance

  Is “Amazon Prime Pmts” Showing Up on Your Credit Card? Here’s What It Means

  If you recently noticed "Amazon Prime Pmts" posted on your credit card statement, it's because you agreed to become an Amazon Prime member.

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  Fast Money

  Oddly Enough, You Can Buy Unclaimed Mail and Large Packages — Here’s How

  Although buying unclaimed mail may sound odd and unethical, it happens. Want to know how to buy unclaimed mail? Keep reading to find out.

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  Personal Finance

  Can You Still Claim the Viral G-Wagon Tax Write-Off?

  With a gross vehicle weight of more than 6,000 pounds, the G-Wagon qualifies as business equipment for a Section 179 tax write-off. Who can claim the write-off?

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  Taxes

  Is Student Loan Forgiveness Taxable? In Some Cases, Yes

  Student loan forgiveness applications are now available. Will some borrowers have to pay income taxes on the forgiven amount? Here's what we know.

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  Deals

  Chipotle Is Handing Out $25,000 via Its Cash App Giveaway

  Between now and Oct. 31, 2022, Chipotle will give away nearly $25,000 to certain Cash App users. The company has some pretty exciting promotions for Halloween.

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  Taxes

  If You Receive Workmans' Compensation Benefits, You May Owe Uncle Sam

  Workmans' compensation benefits have their own tax treatments. Here’s how these funds are treated differently in the United States. Is workers' comp taxable?

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  Taxes

  Robinhood Tax Documents: Release Date and How You Can Access Them

  Robinhood should release 1099 tax documents to customers by mid-February. However, delays can occur and extensions are granted if necessary.

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  Loans

  Student Loan Forgiveness Portal Is Open, Kind Of — Should You Wait to Apply?

  The White House has launched the student loan forgiveness portal — kind of. It’s a soft launch, so some people may want to wait to apply.

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  Deals

  Ye Wants to Buy Social Media Platform Parler — but Can He Afford It?

  Rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, is purchasing conservative-leaning app Parler. How much is Parler's net worth before the deal goes through?

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  Personal Finance

  Check Your Buffalo Nickels — Rare Coins Can Be Worth Thousands

  Some buffalo nickels have value, but the value depends on a few determining factors of the coin. Here's how to tell if your buffalo nickels are worth any money.

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  Personal Finance

  When Should I Book Christmas Flights? Consider Availability and Prices

  Holiday travel has ramped up since the COVID-19 pandemic, so how can you save money on flights around Christmas? How far out should flights be booked?

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  Banking

  Apple’s Goldman Sachs Savings Account Is Coming — How It Will Work

  Apple Card holders will soon get access to a Goldman Sachs savings account, but some details are still on the downlow. Here's what we know.

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  Fast Money

  Yes, You Can Get Paid to Talk to Lonely People

  If you want to help alleviate the loneliness many people feel, there is something you can do. Here are four websites you can use to get paid for talking to lonely people.

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  Federal Assistance

  Find Out If You Have Unclaimed Stimulus Checks — and How to Claim Them

  The government is still giving out some stimulus checks. Curious if you have an unclaimed stimulus check you can still take advantage of? Here’s how to find out.

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  Personal Finance

  50/30/20 Is a Popular Budgeting Model — But Does It Work?

  One of the most popular budgeting models is the 50/30/20 rule. But not everyone believes the plan is a good way to budget. So, does the 50/30/20 budget work?

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  Retirement

  SSA Reveals Social Security Benefits Will Increase Dramatically in 2023

  Social Security benefits are adjusted annually to help beneficiaries as inflation rises. The 2023 COLA increase will be 8.7 percent, which is about $140 or more per month.

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