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Skip the cookware — a growing number of newlyweds want cash gifts instead
Cash registries are on the rise. Here’s what the money is being used for.
4 min read Oct 12, 2018 -
5 digital tools that will make your debts disappear quicker
These resources can give you a helping hand in paying off your debt.
4 min read Oct 12, 2018 -
More than half of Americans don’t have a will — here’s how to write one
Failing to plan ahead can have consequences for those left behind.
4 min read Oct 09, 2018 -
Should you cancel an unused credit card?
If you own a credit card you no longer use, you may consider cancelling that card. The reasons for cancelling a card can vary, but your issuer might have: Raised the annual percentage rate (APR). Rather [...]
3 min read Oct 08, 2018 -
Jobs report shows US economy added 134K jobs in September
See what happened with jobs, unemployment and average hourly earnings.
2 min read Oct 05, 2018 -
What not to buy in October
Hold off on purchasing these items for better deals later in the year.
2 min read Oct 02, 2018 -
What’s on sale in October
Check out some items you’ll find on deep discount this month.
4 min read Oct 01, 2018 -
After Hurricane Florence, watch out for these 4 financial fraud schemes
Experts have been warning about the added risks for money-related scams during the storm’s recovery periods.
3 min read Sep 26, 2018 -
Here’s who will benefit the most from the $59 trillion ‘Great Wealth Transfer’
When baby boomers start passing away, what will happen to their assets?
4 min read Sep 25, 2018 -
Avoid these 3 mistakes when consolidating your debt
Consolidation can be a useful tool to overcome your debt — but beware of these pitfalls.
4 min read Sep 13, 2018