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By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: AMC, GameStop on Regulators’ Radar, as SEC Says it is Monitoring Meme StocksFind: GameStop Fiasco Could Lead To New Rules on Short Selling, Options Furlong, who will start June 21, will replace George Sherman, who was announced to be stepping down in April. Recupero starts July 12 and will replace Jim Bell who stepped down in March. More From Your Money: Choose a high-interest saving, checking, CD, or investing account from our list of top banks to start saving today....

Average gas prices in the U.S. could fall as low as $4 a gallon in the coming weeks after pushing above $5 in mid-June, a White House official said over the weekend. However, those “low” prices might not last very long. By Vance Cariaga Rising Gas Prices: How Inflation Has Impacted Gas Prices Over the YearsStimulus Update: Federal Gas Rebate Checks Worth $100 a Month Forthcoming? Amos Hochstein, special presidential coordinator for international energy affairs, said he expects the average price to “come down more towards $4” a gallon, MarketWatch reported....

In June, financial publications like CNBC began speculating about the end of the “great value rotation.” Growth stocks — like the big-name tech companies that broke so many market records over the last decade — had briefly fallen out of vogue. Investors had gravitated back toward banks, industrial manufacturers, and other value stocks, which suddenly felt safer. Then, the momentum reversed again as the growth bulls tugged the markets back in their direction once more....

Maggie Hassan is an American politician and lawyer who currently serves as a senator from New Hampshire. The Democrat is running for re-election in 2022. The race may be closer than she originally bargained for. By Michelle Tompkins See: How Much is Sen. Lindsey Graham Worth?Find: How Rich Is Former President Donald Trump? Prior to becoming a senator in 2016, Hassan was the governor of New Hampshire from 2013 to 2017....

The marketing slogan that Dunkin’ uses to entice franchisees is “invest in the name every coffee fan knows.” By Andrew Lisa It’s actually a pretty fair assessment. See: 5 Best Southern Cities To Retire on a Budget of $1,500 a MonthMore: 10 Richest People in the World After 70 years of history, Dunkin’ is not shy in pointing out that it has ranked No. 1 among coffee shops in the Brand Keys Customer Loyalty Index for 13 years in a row....

Property transfer is one of the easiest ways to ensure that generational wealth gets passed down to younger generations. With skyrocketing home prices and slower-to-launch career paths following the financial crisis and the pandemic, many older parents are opting to pass down homes to their children in order to help secure their futures. By Georgina Tzanetos See: ‘Tis the Season To Gift Crypto: Taxes and More Variables You Should Consider Before You Commit Find: How to Leverage Your Marriage to Avoid Paying Gift Tax...

About MIDFLORIDA Federal Credit Union MIDFLORIDA began in 1954 as Polk County Teachers Credit Union, with 10 charter members. In 1997, it became MIDFLORIDA Federal Credit Union. MIDFLORIDA serves 55 counties, making up the majority of the state. The credit union has $5.9 billion in assets and 65 branches. By Karen Doyle About MIDFLORIDA Federal Credit Union Checking Accounts Savings Accounts Money Market Accounts Certificates Youth and Student Accounts Features...

The number of COVID-19 cases continues to decline in the United States — at least this week — but the pandemic’s impact on work life appears to be entrenched in the minds of many Americans. That’s especially true of remote work, which most employees want to keep doing even after COVID is no longer a major health threat, according to a new survey from Willis Towers Watson. By Vance Cariaga See: 6 Mistakes That Are Holding You Back From Landing a Remote JobFind: 5 Job Factors That Are More Important Than Compensation...

It’s off to the exchange traded funds (ETFs) Bitcoin futures races. Following ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF’s successful debut earlier this week, the Valkyrie Bitcoin Strategy fund began trading on the Nasdaq exchange today under the ticker “BTF.” By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy Crypto Trading: Why Knowing the Difference Between ETFs and Futures-Based ETFs Is Key Find: 8 Best Cryptocurrencies To Invest In for 2021 ProShares’ ETF ended Wednesday with $1.1 billion under management after trading volume topped $1....

Gamestop was still a penny stock on Jan. 12, 2021, when it closed the day’s trading session at $4.99 — just one cent shy of the $5 threshold under which all penny stocks exist. Thanks to renegade Redditors who led the most famous short squeeze in history, it would peak at $86.88 just 15 days later on Jan. 27. By Andrew Lisa Best Reddit Penny Stocks Choosing Penny Stocks Should You Invest It would be a leap of the imagination to say that Reddit is always right, but the GME saga earned the forum its status as a go-to platform for hot tips, thoughtful conversations and leads on would-be winners....

Late last year, the Social Security Administration announced the biggest payment increase for the program in decades. Every year since 1975, the SSA has instituted a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) after analyzing rates of inflation to see how much to increase beneficiary amounts to help recipients keep up with the cost of goods. By Selena Fragassi Social Security: No Matter Your Age, Do Not Claim Benefits Until You Reach This MilestoneNext: 5 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000...

Few things are less appealing than the thought of shopping for health insurance. What’s available in my area? What do they cover? What’s my copayment? How outrageously high is the deductible? By Andrew Lisa See: Stimulus Updates To Know for Spring 2022Find Out: States Whose Economies Are Failing vs. States Whose Economies Are Thriving Despite the daunting number of options and all the complexity involved, there’s one fact that simplifies the entire process — the “best” health insurance company depends on you, your household and what you’re looking to get out of your insurance provider....

Low APR versus cash back: Which feature matters most when applying for a new credit card? By Heather Taylor Which of these features should cardholders prioritize? Sometimes the answer depends on how you plan to use your credit card. Avanti Shetye, CFA and founder of Foolproof Financial Freedom, recommends cardholders ask themselves the following questions to figure out whether they need a low APR or cash back emphasis on their credit cards....

You’re looking to earn extra cash, but not by babysitting, working in retail or at a restaurant. Maybe you don’t have a reliable ride to get to a traditional job or perhaps there are not many opportunities in your local area. By Jennifer Taylor Surveys YouTube Video Games Voice-Overs Graphic Design Etsy Phone Call Reviewer Tutor Personal Stylist Website Tester No matter what the reason, you’re trying to find online jobs for teens that actually pay....

Copper has been a hot topic in the stock market, and for good reason. As clean energy solutions continue to spread across the country, the demand for the electricity-conducting metal is growing dramatically. In fact, some experts suggest that copper demand will more than double by the year 2030. By Joshua Rodriguez Best Copper Stocks If that proves to be the case, copper investors are in for significant gains. Learn: 3 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000...

The last year presented a host of new financial challenges, even for people with well-stocked savings accounts. For some, the questions were urgent, like how to collect unemployment. Others wondered how to make the most of their stimulus checks or whether they should refinance their homes to take advantage of lower rates. By Jaime Catmull With so much uncertainty, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Fortunately, whether you’re in great financial shape or feeling lost, a few small changes to your finances can lead to big improvements....

Dollar Tree may be the place you only go for quick and affordable party or cleaning supplies, but you’d be amazed at the breadth of items the discount store offers each season. By Jordan Rosenfeld While we’re in the middle of winter, it’s the perfect time to stock up on affordable items that can make the rest of your season cozier and tastier. Here are the best Dollar Tree items to buy now for winter....

Labor Day 2022 falls on Sept. 5, and most banks will be closed. Financial institutions generally follow the Federal Reserve schedule, and Labor Day is a holiday observed by the central bank. By Jennifer Taylor Banks Closed on Labor Day Banking Options Upcoming Bank Holidays If you need to take care of any banking needs then, plan ahead and check if your bank will be open on Labor Day. Banks Closed on Labor Day 2022 Most banks will not be open on Labor Day, so plan accordingly by handling your banking needs on Friday or earlier in the day on Saturday....

Carrying credit card balances can force you deep into debt before you know it, especially if you’re only making minimum payments. Transferring the balances to a 0% APR credit card can save you a significant amount of money in interest and get the debt paid off faster. By Daria Uhlig At a Glance Bonus Category Cash Back Everyday Spending Low APR Chase has three credit cards that offer 0% introductory financing on balance transfers and a $0 annual fee....

“I can’t afford a vet.” By Virginia Anderson Resources Talk to Your Vet Financial Assistance Programs Crowdfunding CareCredit Local Help Cost of Vet Care No pet parent wants to say those words. When pets get sick or injured, responsible animal owners seek the assistance of a qualified veterinarian. However, veterinary care isn’t cheap. The good news is that there are resources out there to help if you can’t afford a vet....