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The Capital One Quicksilver credit card offers 1.5% cash-back rewards, no annual fee and a APR to those with good to excellent credit. Those with fair credit may qualify for the Capital One QuicksilverOne Rewards card and earn the same 1.5% cash-back rewards for a $39 annual fee and a APR. By Andrea Norris About Credit Limits Minimum and Maximum Credit Increase Frequency Requesting an Increase Regardless of which card a potential new cardholder applies for, the applicant’s creditworthiness and income will determine their account terms, including the credit limit....

The Chase Freedom Unlimited card is a straightforward cash-back rewards card ideal for people who prefer not to keep up with the rotating rewards categories of some credit cards. By Andrea Norris Credit Score Required Perks Other Chase Cards Those searching for a new rewards card might wonder about Chase Freedom Unlimited’s credit score and other eligibility requirements. The following can help new card members determine their likelihood of qualifying for ....

Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) is pushing for bipartisan support of a new enhanced Child Tax Credit that would revive the COVID-19 relief program, which wrapped up at the end of 2021. However, Romney’s version would carry strict work requirements and make major changes to the tax code. By Vance Cariaga Child Tax Credit: If You Didn’t Receive IRS Letter 6419, Do ThisExplore: Child Tax Credit Payments Will Probably Lower Your Tax Refund Amount — Here’s Why...

By David Nadelle Live Richer Podcast: How To Get Free Rent and Retire EarlyFind: Here’s How Much Cash You Need Stashed if a National Emergency Happens The Green Mountain State joined nine other states who are in taking measures to make up for the lack in federal tax benefits available to its residents’ children. The program is expected to cost $32 million and benefit over 30,000 children in Vermont. When President Joe Biden enacted the American Rescue Plan Act in 2021, the $1....

Investors are facing several risks and worries, including COVID-19 (and its variants), inflation and interest rates. In a conversation with Bloomberg, three Wall Street behemoths — Ark Investment’s Cathie Wood, chief economic adviser to Allianz SE Mohamed A. El-Erian, and chairman of Guggenheim Investments Scott Minerd — shared their own concerns for the future. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy Stimulus Update: Petition for a Fourth Stimulus, State Economic Boosts, Golden State Checks & Child Tax Credits Impressive: Crypto-Trading Hamster Outperforms Warren Buffett & Cathie Wood...

Many investors have been viewing Bitcoin investments — and investments into Ethereum and some altcoins, for that matter — as a hedge against inflation. But as Bitcoin gains widespread adoption, the attraction of cryptocurrency as a form of money not tied to traditional banks, investments, or monetary policy diminishes. By Dawn Allcot See: 10 Major Companies That Accept Bitcoin Find: Bitcoin and Crypto Taxes in 2022: What You Need To Know...

By Dawn Allcot Discover: 22 Side Gigs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time Job More: 50 Ways You’re Throwing Money Away The Pew Research Center reported that the top gigs included driving for a ride-hailing app (such as Uber or Lyft), shopping for and delivering groceries, performing household tasks and running errands, making food deliveries (for restaurants or for an app like DoorDash), or using their personal vehicle to deliver packages....

The tiny house craze is not only economical it also getting more and more creative as to what to use for the vessel itself. Whether it is for recreational, rental or off-the-grid living purposes there are definitely options with these innovative spaces. By Caitlyn Moorhead About Skoolies Conversion Cost Layout Options Read: 3 Easy Tips to Turn Your Credit Woes into Wows A skoolie presents an ideal opportunity for someone who is looking to acquire a tiny home without building it from scratch....

The Mega Millions Powerball jackpot lived to fight another day, as nobody won the jackpot during Wednesday night’s drawing. The next drawing — scheduled for Friday, Jan. 13 — will push the grand prize to $1.35 billion. By Vance Cariaga See: 10 Things To Stop Buying in 2023Explore: 3 Ways Smart People Save Money When Filing Their TaxesFind: States Whose Economies Are Failing vs. States Whose Economies Are Thriving The most recent drawing was the 25th time in a row that nobody won the big prize, KARE-11 reported, though quite a few players won $1 million or more....

In response to runaway inflation, the Fed has been hiking interest rates all year, and there’s nearly universal agreement that the final two months of 2022 will bring more of the same. By Andrew Lisa With mortgage rates already at their highest level since 2008, it’s all but certain that borrowing money will get even more expensive as the new year approaches. “Mortgage rates continue to climb, nearing 7% by the end of October,” said Danielle Hale, chief economist for Realtor....

One of the most important cornerstones of financial planning is also one of the most often overlooked. Many Americans are saving for retirement, thanks in part to the understanding that they’ll need money after they stop working and the automatic deduction features of plans like a 401(k). However, when it comes to stashing money away for emergencies, Americans are coming up short. By John Csiszar Check Out: 8 Best Remote Jobs That Pay at Least $50 an HourRetirement at Any Age: Get Retirement Tips That Fit Every Stage of Life...

Brendan Fraser is a Canadian-American actor who seemingly disappeared after becoming a household name as the star of “The Mummy” film franchise. However, with his recent performance in the Darren Aronofsky film, “The Whale” getting praise and even serious Oscar nomination buzz, he may be up for a career resurrection. By Michelle Tompkins Retirement at Any Age: Get Top Retirement Tips for Every Stage of LifeExplore: Your Biggest Money Etiquette Questions Answered It wasn’t long ago when Fraser was one of the highest-paid leading men in the world....

Harry Styles, is a British singer, songwriter, Gucci model and actor who has gone from a boyband member to a solo act recently released his third album, “Harry’s House.” His last movie “Don’t Worry Darling,” premiered over the summer and “My Policeman,” premieres in theaters on Oct. 21. By Michelle Tompkins See: How Rich is Justin Timberlake?Find: 25 Singers Who Left Their Bands and Still Rake In Cash However, he’s currently in the headlines because of the rumors that his girlfriend, Olivia Wilde was dating him but seeing her ex-husband Jason Sudeikis as well....

If you’ve ever felt you had something to teach others — from a passion such as dancing or cooking to a skill such as editing or providing investing strategy — you might be able to make money teaching classes online. You don’t need an advanced degree or special credentials to teach either; you just need a willingness to prepare awesome content to deliver to your students the right way. By Jordan Rosenfeld See: 94 Money-Making Skills You Can Learn in Less Than a YearLearn: Side Hustles and Small Ideas That Turned Into Million-Dollar Businesses...

It’s a thrill to travel abroad — while you’re traveling, that is. Planning the trip, on the other hand, is one big ball of stress — and that ball gets a whole lot bigger when you’re planning to bring your pet along for the ride. By Andrew Lisa See: 15 Cheap, Beautiful Places To RetireMore: 22 Side Gigs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time Job It’s hard to add a dog or cat to a travel itinerary because pet-related rules and regulations vary from place to place and company to company, but the bigger problem is that traveling with a pet invariably makes traveling more expensive....

Whether you are new to the world of credit cards or have been using them your entire life, there’s likely some questions you have about how exactly they operate. As simple as these questions might seem, they’re important to fully understand, because improperly using a credit card can cost you lots of money and even cause damage to your credit score. Here’s a simple overview of how credit cards work and what you should watch out for in terms of using them properly....

By Dawn Allcot Have Any $200 Quarters Lying Around? It’s Worth Checking Your Spare ChangeHoliday Spending: Get Top Holiday Shopping and Savings Tips Starbucks is one of the most recent companies to implement “suggested tips” at the point of sale. And, based on the response on social media, it seems some baristas and customers alike are unhappy about it. More From Your Money: Choose a high-interest saving, checking, CD, or investing account from our list of top banks to start saving today....

The Federal Communications Commission, under the Biden Administration, recently introduced the Emergency Broadband Benefit program for families who meet certain income criteria. Through the program, families may receive up to $50 per month toward their broadband service and associated equipment rentals. Households on qualifying tribal lands may receive as much as $75 per month toward broadband costs. Families can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, tablet or desktop computer, as long as the buyer pays more than $10 but less than $50 toward the device, according to the FCC....

Dating back to 1863, U.S. Bank currently ranks as the fifth-largest bank in the country, with locations across 26 states. Like many other banks, this full-service institution offers regular promotions to attract new customers with cash bonuses and other rewards. By Julia Gordon Checking Account Promos Credit Card Promos Other Offers Opening an Account Read on to find out how you can take advantage of the newest U.S. Bank bonuses — some of which offer easy qualifications and high rewards....

Frances Haugen put a face to the term “whistleblower” in October when she testified before a U.S. Senate subcommittee about activities she said she witnessed while working at one of the world’s most valuable brands, Facebook. By Jami Farkas Find Out: Should Employers Require Workers To Take Time Off?Your Money: Stay on Track With the Financial Stability Roadmap Haugen talked about how she believed the social media giant put profits over people, particularly the children who used its platforms....