How Much Car Can I Afford? These Are the Guidelines
Many wonder how much car they can afford. Budgeting for a car purchase means looking at your monthly budget and your annual income.
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.
Here Are the Beanie Babies Worth Reselling in 2022
Years ago, many people bought Beanie Babies and hoped that the toys would be worth a lot of money in the future. Are Beanie Babies worth anything in 2022?
There Really Is a Cheapest Day of the Week to Buy Gas — and a Few Days to Avoid!
If you want to get cheaper gas, you may need to buy it on a certain day of the week — but are the savings legitimate? Let's see what studies show.
So Your Sports Bets Paid Off — When Does DraftKings Pay Out?
When does DraftKings pay out? Learn more about when promotional credits arrive in your account — and when requested withdrawals land in your wallet.
FatFIRE: What Is It and How Is It Related to ‘Quiet Quitting’?
Maybe you’ve heard of the FIRE movement, but what about FatFIRE? The FatFIRE movement is an antidote to quiet quitting, and it’s gaining traction.
No Classroom? No Problem — 4 Online Jobs for Teachers
Looking for online jobs for teachers? See four ways teachers can take their educational skills to the web — and make money in the process.
How to Find Seasonal Jobs With Housing for an Adventure of a Lifetime
Looking for seasonal jobs with housing? Check out these job boards that connect applicants to seasonal employers with housing around the U.S.
Spotloan Is an Alternative to a Payday Loan — Is It Safe to Apply?
Spotloan is owned by BlueChip Financial and offers emergency loans between $300 and $800 with high interest rates, sometimes as much as 490 percent.
Paying Rent Can Build Your Credit — Here’s How
On-time rent payments over the long term can help boost credit scores. Here’s how it works and how you can benefit greatly over time.
UPS Needs 100,000 Seasonal Workers and Will Pay Up to $30 Per Hour
UPS is looking to hire more than 100,000 seasonal workers ahead of the busy holiday season. The company is paying up to $30 per hour and offering jobs to some in just 25 minutes after applying.
What Happened in the Plain Green Loans Settlement?
Plain Green Loans, one of three websites operated by Think Finance, reached a settlement over predatory and illegal lending practices.
Seasonal Jobs at Target Last 5 Months — Details on Pay and Applying
A seasonal job at Target generally lasts from late October to the second week of January. Depending on your location, tenure, and experience, you could make up to $15 per hour or more.
Attention Bibliophiles and Bookworms — Some Companies Will Pay You to Read
Looking for companies that pay you to read? Find out about Kirkus, Booklist, and other opportunities to earn money for book reviews and analyses.
The Apple Card Offers 3% Cash Back and No Annual Fee — Is It Worth It?
The Apple Card provides anywhere between 1 percent and 3 percent cash back on purchases. It also doesn't carry any annual fees, foreign transaction fees, or late fees. Should you get it?
Best Startup Investment Platforms for the Everyday Investor
Want to invest in a startup without having to start an entire venture capital firm? Here are the best platforms for the everyday investor.
Is Uber Cheaper Than Lyft? Comparing Ridesharing Options
What’s cheaper: Uber or Lyft? Research offers one answer, but users and drivers aren’t so sure. Read more about the ridesharing options.
Making Money From Home Is Simpler Than You Think — 5 Ways to Do It
There are five simple ways to make money from home: work as a freelancer, sell items you no longer want, sell crafts or art on Etsy, work as a tutor, and finally, complete online surveys.
Companies Can Claim Employee Retention Tax Credit Until the End of 2022
Although the Employee Retention Credit period has passed, businesses may be able to apply for the ERC retroactively for the affected quarters.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Offers Tax Refund, Extends Gas Tax Suspension
Some Georgia taxpayers are still wondering about the Governor Brian Kemp tax refund and when they will get it. Here are the details.
Queen Elizabeth Paid Taxes Voluntarily — Royal Family Is Exempt From Most Taxes
How the royal family members finance their lifestyles is based largely on property owned by the monarchy and funded by taxpayers. But does the royal family pay taxes as well?
Student Loan Borrowers Can Get Refunds for Pandemic-Era Loan Payments
Can you get a refund on student loans? The Department of Education is offering refunds on payments made during the COVID-19 payment pause. Learn more.
Yes, Payday Loan Scams Exist — Here’s How You Can Spot Them
Payday loan scams usually involve a fake lender trying to convince you to pay a large, upfront fee. Scammers might also ask for sensitive information before you're even "approved" for a loan.
Zero-Based Budgeting Is a Popular Way to Manage Money — Here's Why
Zero-based budgeting is a method used by companies and individuals. Allocate every dollar of income to a specific category of expenses to reach zero.
How Mortgage Points Can Lower Your Interest Rate, Explained
Now that mortgage interest rates are rising, you may consider buying mortgage points to help lower your monthly costs. Here are mortgage points explained in more detail.
What's the Best Time to Buy an Apple Watch? All the Details
The Apple Watch is a somewhat pricy accessory, so what is the best time of year to buy one? The answer may depend on whether you want the best price or the best features.
Kim Kardashian Is Launching Her Own Private Equity Firm
Kim Kardashian is starting a private equity firm, SKKY Partners, with former Carlyle investor Jay Sammons. Here's what we know so far.
What Happens to the Merchant When You Dispute a Credit Card Charge?
What happens to the merchant when you dispute a charge? See how the credit-card chargeback process works and which parties are involved.
Tuition at Private Sierra Canyon School Costs Thousands
Kanye West isn’t happy about where his kids are going to school. Sierra Canyon tuition ranges from $20,000 for pre-Kindergarten students to $40,770 for high school students.
Dolly Parton Adds Pet Apparel to Her Many Businesses
The new “Doggy Parton” line of pet apparel, accessories, and toys is the latest addition to Dolly Parton’s many businesses. Keep reading for all the details.
How to Get the Circle K Gas Discount Ahead of Labor Day Weekend
Circle K gas stations are offering a 40 cent per gallon discount on Sept. 1 between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. local time and certain participating gas stations.
Bank of America’s No Down Payment Mortgage Program, Explained
Bank of America is testing a new program that grants mortgages with no down payment for some people of color. Here’s how it works.
Why Student Loans Are So Hard to Pay Down — Interest Rates
The nation has been talking about a student loan crisis for years, but why are student loans so hard to pay down? Interest rates are largely to blame.
Got FFEL Loans? Consider These Student Loan Forgiveness Options
President Biden’s student loan forgiveness decision leaves out a group of borrowers with FFEL loans. What are their options? Here's what we know.
Student Loan Repayment Plans, Explained — Get Ready for 2023
Student loan repayment will resume in 2023. Standard 10-year repayment plans are the default, but several income-driven repayment plans and other options exist.
Republican Candidates Stoke Controversy With Plans for Social Security
One Republican’s plan for social security involves a yearly renewal decision. Another proposed privatizing the program. Both inspired sharp rebukes.
Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Might Lower Your Credit Score
Student loan forgiveness is going to bring a lot of relief for many people. However, some are concerned about the forgiveness impacting their credit score.
How Do People Make Money on TikTok? Tips From High Earners
How do people make money on TikTok? See what experts and high-earning users say about how to turn a profit on the social media app.
Will Pennsylvania Send a $2,000 Stimulus Check in 2022? It's Possible
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf is still pushing to get passed direct payments of up to $2,000 to households that earn less than $80,000.
What to Know If You’re Waiting for Michigan Inflation Checks
The issue of Michigan residents getting another stimulus check remains undecided, but leaders have put forward various proposals.
The $1.34 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot Remains Unclaimed After a Month
The current $1.34 billion Mega Millions jackpot has gone unclaimed for over a month. What happens when winnings go unclaimed?
Tax Lien Investing: How It Works and Dangers Investors Face
Tax lien investing may offer low-cost exposure to the real estate sector, but it comes with some challenges. Investors face certain dangers.
The Fresh Start Program Aims to Help Those Who Have Defaulted on Student Loans
Joe Biden revealed his student loan debt plan on Aug. 24, offering billions of dollars in debt forgiveness. What's the Fresh Start program about?
People in This Profession Have the Highest Student Loan Debt
People in the profession with the highest student loan debt owe more than $292,000, on average. The government funded most of the loans.
How Much Does Section 8 Pay, and What Are Its 2022 Income Limits?
How much does Section 8 pay? See how housing authorities determine the voucher amounts for this housing choice program, and get info on the income limits.
Don't Miss the Deadline to Claim a Child Tax Credit of up to $750
Rhode Island residents must file their taxes by August 31, 2022, in order to be eligible for a Child Tax Credit (CTC) of up to $750.
Student Loan Forgiveness Plan: When Will It Take Effect?
On Aug. 24, Biden announced the student loan forgiveness plan. When will loan forgiveness take effect? Here's what borrowers can expect.
Federal Student Aid Website Went Down After an Influx of Visitors Crashed It
The Federal Student Aid website may take longer to load due to “high volumes of visitors.” The website has received an influx of visitors following Biden's student loan forgiveness announcement.
Is Canceling Student Loan Debt a Bad Idea? Cons, Explained
President Joe Biden has announced the cancelation of student loans for up to $20,000 per borrower. However, it's a bad idea economically.
If I Take Out A Student Loan Now, Will It Be Forgiven?
Joe Biden’s Aug. 24 announcement on student debt relief has some wondering what would happen if they were to take out a student loan now. Would it be forgiven?
Student Debt Forgiveness: Why You Should Keep Paying Off Your Loan
You shouldn’t stop paying your student loans because of Biden’s forgiveness plan just yet.