Personal Finance

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  These 5 pieces of financial advice lost me thousands of dollars

  I learned the hard way that cryptocurrency is a risky investment.

  Feb 08, 2019
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  How to keep saving in an age of FOMO pressures

  Here are ideas to help you resist pressure to overspend and build your savings cushion.

  Feb 08, 2019
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  This is the median net worth by age — how do you compare?

  The typical U.S. household has a net worth just under six figures. Here’s a breakdown by age.

  Feb 07, 2019
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  CFPB reveals plan to roll back payday lending rules

  Critics of tighter payday loan rules claim the bureau went too far.

  Feb 06, 2019
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  Can I pay my credit card with another credit card?

  Be aware of the extra costs involved with paying one credit card with another.

  Feb 06, 2019
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  Survey: Men have higher expectations for Valentine’s Day than women

  Men plan to spend serious cash on Valentine’s Day, and expect their partners to do the same.

  Feb 06, 2019
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  Bankrate’s Be My Valentine Index finds the high cost of love

  The cost of buying a basket of favorite Valentine’s Day gifts could cost you hundreds.

  Feb 06, 2019

• Working abroad: How to prepare your finances

  An increased number of Americans are finding opportunities to work abroad. Follow these steps to ensure your finances are in order for your overseas adventure.

  Feb 05, 2019
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  I spent a month paying for everything in cash and ditched all my credit cards

  Here’s how putting cash in envelopes helped me cut my spending by 15 percent.

  Feb 04, 2019
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  What not to buy in February: Play the waiting game if you need a new suitcase or laptop

  Don’t bother splurging on these items this month.

  Feb 03, 2019