There was a time just a few short years ago when remote jobs that paid big money were few and far between. The pandemic changed all that, and today employees can make good money working remotely and are even commanding high salaries from wherever they happen to be — but only if they’re the right employees searching for the right jobs in the right way. By Andrew Lisa Take a Look Back: 2022 Year in ReviewMore: 3 Easy Tips To Turn Your Credit Woes Into Wows...
Hell hath no fury like the richest man on the planet scorned. Tesla CEO Elon Musk, once again took shots at Joe Biden, saying the president is ignoring him and instead, paying attention to legacy automakers. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Musk Recalls How Munger Said Tesla Would Fail After the Berkshire Hathaway Vice Chair Calls Crypto a ‘Venereal Disease’ Find: Elon Musk Gives $6 Billion to Charity in Historic Philanthropic Donation...
With inflation rates cooling slightly and unemployment rates at record lows, debate continues to rage as to whether the U.S. will enter a recession. In fact, Americans of all ages are experiencing an increase in recession-related fear and fatigue, per a new Clarify Capital survey. By David Nadelle See: States Whose Economies Are Failing vs. States Whose Economies Are ThrivingThe Future of Finances: Gen Z & How They Relate to Money...
The “Securing A Strong Retirement Act of 2021” (also known as the Secure Act 2.0), an economy-focused piece of legislation which was stalled last year, is now being reintroduced and given new feet per Barron’s. By Georgina Tzanetos See: 14 Key Signs You Will Run Out of Money in Retirement Find: 7 Easy Ways Every Boomer Can Catch Up on Retirement Savings The legislation would ensure that workers are to be automatically enrolled in employee-sponsored savings plans — and delay the age when retirees must begin taking distributions from them....
Social Security recipients have known for a long time that they might be getting the biggest cost-of-living increase in decades next year, and that’s still the case following the latest estimate. By Vance Cariaga See: Social Security Benefits Might Get Cut Early — What Does It Mean for You? Find: Why Inflation’s 6% Cost-of-Living Increase to Social Security Could Be a Double-Edged Sword On Tuesday, The Senior Citizens League (TSCL), a nonpartisan seniors advocacy group, projected that the Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2022 will be 6% to 6....
Pennsylvania residents could receive an additional $2,000 stimulus check through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)-funded $500 million PA Opportunity Program. By Josephine Nesbit See: 7 Financial Habits That Improve Your Daily LifeFind: 2022 Stimulus Checks: Is Your State Giving Out Money This Year? “Pennsylvanians should not have to choose between paying for utilities or groceries, childcare or gas. We have the opportunity and the means to ensure they’re not struggling, to ensure their success,” said Gov....
On Feb. 8, the U.S. Justice Department (DOJ) announced it had arrested two individuals for an alleged conspiracy to launder cryptocurrency stolen during the 2016 hack of Bitfinex — crypto presently valued at approximately $4.5 billion. Thus far, law enforcement officials have seized over $3.6 billion in crypto linked to that hack — the largest financial seizure ever, per a DOJ press release. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: This Valentine’s Day, Talk Crypto to Me Find: Crypto Leaders Tackle Super Bowl Ad Campaigns: A Bitcoin Giveaway and More...
Suncoast Credit Union serves more than 975,000 members throughout 40 Florida counties. It is the largest credit union in Florida and the 10th-largest credit union in the U.S. With more than 75 branches, its members can typically find a convenient branch or ATM location. Suncoast also offers mobile and online banking. By Andrea Norris Locations Near Me Branches ATMs ITMs Hours and Customer Service Suncoast Credit Union Locations Near Me Use the Google map below to find the Suncoast Credit Union branch or ATM that’s closest to you....
After nearly two years without formal weddings, brides across the U.S. are back — and they are ready to party. But nuptials are getting pricier, not just for the happy couple, but for their guests, according to a recent Wall Street Journal article. By Dawn Allcot See: Where To Find a Cheap Wedding Venue Near Me? Try These 6 Wedding Venue Choices Find: The Average Cost of a Wedding: How Much Should You Spend?...
By Joshua Rodriguez Credit Score Requirement Other Factors Remember that meeting minimum credit score requirements helps applicants get approved, but it isn’t a guarantee of approval. Credit card companies typically use a wide range of qualifications to make approval decisions. Other Factors Lenders Consider Most lenders use various factors to determine which applicants receive their credit cards. This means they may decline some applicants with excellent credit. Here are the most important factors lenders typically consider other than credit scores:...
The more bills you have, the more difficult they can be to manage. But paying your bills on time is crucial if you want to avoid late fees and build your credit score. Getting organized and finding the best method for paying each bill may help you stay on track and get out of debt. By Crystal Mayer Social Security Schedule: When July 2022 Benefits Will Be SentFind Out: Stimulus Updates To Know for Summer 2022...
When the SECURE Act was making its way through the House and Senate in mid-to-late 2019, senators claimed that the legislation would “make significant strides in fixing the nation’s retirement crisis and helping workers of all ages invest and save for their futures.” For heirs holding portions of inherited IRAs, proposed rule changes may create a retirement savings future that is significantly less secure. By David Nadelle See: New IRS Life Expectancy Tables Could Change the Amount of Required Withdrawals for Retirement Plans Find: 2022 Changes to 401(k) Limits and Backdoor Roth IRAs...
A recent study conducted by the car insurance comparison app Jerry found that women pay thousands more than men over the course of eight years, the average length of time people own a car. According to the study, women pay $142 more per year than men for car ownership on average, and can pay up to $7,800 more during the length of ownership. In addition, women pay $117 more than men when buying new cars and $23 more than men for car repairs....
Airport service workers from more than 15 airports staged strikes and rallied on Capitol Hill on Dec. 8 for a national day of action. The goal? To call on Congress to pass the Good Jobs for Good Airports Act just ahead of a busy holiday travel season. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: States Whose Economies Are Failing vs. States Whose Economies Are ThrivingHoliday Spending: Get Top Holiday Shopping and Savings Tips...
The stock market has been challenging for most investors recently, but some people are still making money. One way to do this is by day trading because success in day trading is driven by stocks that are volatile and ones that trade in large volumes — two things that are prevalent in this current market. By Karen Doyle What Is Day Trading How To Choose Stocks Best Stocks to Day Trade Read: 5 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000...
If you’re not going to stay in the area for at least two years or you’re not financially ready to buy a home, renting is likely your best option. At the same time you’re renting, you might also be preparing to buy a home, and you can use the time to improve your credit or save up for a down payment. Here are 15 financial tips to help you optimize your finances when renting....
You might remember going to the grocery store as a child and watching your parents pay at the checkout counter by check. Your mom handed the check, written for more than the amount of the purchase, to the associate and said, “$20 back please. I need lunch money for the kids for tomorrow.” By Jami Farkas How It Works Cash Back vs. ATM Stores That Offer Cash Back Cash Back at Gas Stations Cash Back With a Credit Card It’s probably been a while since you’ve witnessed someone in line write a check....
Want to know where to sport your green on St. Patrick’s Day? Many retailers and chain restaurants have deals on March 17 that you won’t want to miss. This year’s festivities fall on a Thursday, so you can get your weekend started early with a few freebies and specials celebrating the luck of the Irish. Here’s where you can visit to show off your green without spending too much green....
Americans saved a record total of $2.7 trillion in December 2021, according to an NPR report. But that savings largely occurred in upper-income households. In July 2021, 51% of Americans had less than three months’ living expenses in an emergency savings account. Even worse, 25% of survey respondents had no savings at all in 2021, CNBC.com reported. By Dawn Allcot See: Jeff Bezos Lost His Status as the World’s Richest but Still Had a Stellar Year Find: 25 Secrets Elon Musk and Every Other Rich Person Knows...
In a sign that The Great Resignation is still far from over, the number of Americans who quit their jobs in November hit a record high, with 4.5 million people leaving their jobs. This follows October’s 4.2 million quits, according to the Labor Department’s Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) report that came out on Jan. 4. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Thinking About Quitting? Retirement Mistakes to Avoid During the Great Resignation Find: Before You Rage Quit, Consider These Financial Ramifications...
