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  7 tips to budget with an irregular income

  Budgeting on an irregular income is challenging, but it’s possible. Here’s how to do it.

  4 min read Jan 25, 2022
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  5 ways online banks make it easy to save

  Online banks offer a number of benefits, and they’re just as safe as brick-and-mortar banks.

  2 min read Jan 16, 2022
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  Rainy day fund: Definition, purpose, how much to save, where to keep it

  Rainy day and emergency funds differ but together provide a sound financial plan.

  3 min read Jan 12, 2022
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  5 winners awarded $10,000 each in Bankrate Drop Your Debt Sweepstakes

  Five winners won $10,000 each in Bankrate’s first Drop Your Debt Sweepstakes.

  1 min read Jan 06, 2022
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  Survey: 2 in 3 see no boost in personal finances in 2022

  U.S. consumers see inflation as the biggest threat to improving personal finances.

  4 min read Dec 20, 2021
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  10 ways to save money during the holidays

  It’s easy to get caught up in the holiday spirit and overspend. Here are ways to avoid that trap.

  4 min read Dec 06, 2021
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  Worried about your finances and job security beyond the pandemic? Here’s 7 steps to take

  More than 3 in 5 Americans are worried about their incomes over the next six months.

  8 min read Nov 29, 2021
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  5 tips to beat inflation and overcome shipping problems during your holiday shopping

  Experts say it’s time to prepare now for an expensive gift-buying season.

  5 min read Nov 26, 2021
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  Survey: More than half of Americans couldn’t cover three months of expenses with an emergency fund

  The coronavirus pandemic drained Americans’ savings accounts.

  5 min read Jul 21, 2021
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  Child Tax Credit: Here’s how to collect your monthly payments

  The first of six monthly Child Tax Credit (CTC) payments start July 15.

  7 min read Jul 14, 2021
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  Savings accounts are still an important part of your financial plan, even in a low-rate environment

  The savings account has always been a time-tested standby. Here’s why it still matters.

  4 min read May 21, 2021
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  Your post-pandemic financial checklist: 7 steps to manage your money for long-term success

  Before making this your own version of the roaring ’20s, here’s what you may want to consider.

  7 min read May 12, 2021
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  Still missing your coronavirus stimulus check? Here’s what you should do

  Those taxpayers could potentially see thousands of extra dollars when they file for the Recovery Rebate Credit.

  7 min read Apr 26, 2021
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  Survey: More than 6 in 10 Americans say $1,400 stimulus checks won’t last three full months

  Most plan to spend their stimulus funds on necessities, not on shopping, dining or traveling.

  7 min read Apr 14, 2021
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  Stimulus checks: How adult dependents can claim their $1,400 payment

  For the first time, adult dependents are eligible for a coronavirus stimulus check.

  5 min read Apr 01, 2021
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  Child Tax Credit: When will your $3,000 (or $3,600) arrive and who’s eligible?

  Experts warn the IRS may be hard-pressed to send out checks starting in July.

  5 min read Mar 26, 2021
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  Coronavirus unemployment benefits: What to know about extended relief in next $1.9 trillion relief package

  All federal coronavirus unemployment programs are set to be extended through Sept. 6.

  3 min read Mar 10, 2021
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  Unemployment fraud is harming those with and without jobs. Here’s what to do if you’re a victim

  Billions of dollars worth of wrongful unemployment payments have been paid out during the pandemic.

  9 min read Mar 04, 2021
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  Sinking funds: What they are and how they might help you achieve your savings goals

  Here’s how these funds can help you achieve your goals.

  4 min read Feb 18, 2021
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  Senate backs Biden’s $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief plan: Here’s what comes next for stimulus checks, unemployment benefits

  Legislators will soon get to work on drawing up the next round of coronavirus relief.

  4 min read Feb 05, 2021