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Inflation and volatile markets have triggered a slew of layoffs at several companies. And now, fears of a potential recession are making even giants such as Apple take preventative measures by planning to slow hiring in the next year. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: 13 Ways To Make $100 in Just a DayFind: 8 Remote Jobs That Pay at Least $20 Per Hour Bloomberg reported that Apple is planning such a step to deal with a potential economic downturn, according to people with knowledge of the matter....

Amid increasing institutional interest and a recent spike in Bitcoin’s price, JPMorgan Chase chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon, known for its skepticism toward Bitcoin, went a step further by calling the crypto “worthless” yesterday. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy Explore: Bitcoin Is $1 Trillion Asset Yet Again — Is Now the Time To Invest?Learn More: ‘Rich Dad’ Author Robert Kiyosaki Recommends Bitcoin Investments Before ‘Biggest Crash in History’ Harsh responses quickly piled on, as observers and big-time names noted the discrepancy between Dimon’s remarks and Bitcoin’s run lately....

Over the past year, the Federal Reserve has been raising the federal funds rate. Although interest rates have risen dramatically, the Fed is expected to continue pushing interest rates higher in the New Year. As the federal funds rate rises, so do interest rates on tied to savings accounts. As a saver, you’ll have an opportunity to earn more on your savings thanks to these rate hikes. By Sarah Sharkey Interest Rates Bank Comparison How To Decide With that, you might find yourself wondering about Chase’s savings account interest rates....

Coinbase and Coinbase Pro are well-known cryptocurrency exchanges in the decentralized finance universe. While Coinbase is aimed at beginners due to its simplicity and user-friendly interface, Coinbase Pro is ideal for advanced and active traders. By Scott Jeffries Features Supported Currencies Fees Security Usability Upgrading Here’s a look at some of the integral features of both platforms, such as usability, fees, security and supported transaction types, as well as the mobile app features of each....

A revolution changing the way millions of Americans approach their jobs is going on in U.S. workplaces. It’s being led by employees who didn’t want to join what’s become known as the Great Resignation — those who quit their jobs to find greater personal and professional happiness — but instead kept their positions and gained the right to just say no to their bosses about extra work without extra pay....

Private sector employment increased by 475,000 from January to February, according to the ADP National Employment Report, released Wednesday, March 2. The figures beat analysts’ expectations and were led by the service-providing sector, notably the leisure and hospitality industry. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Workers Seek Healthier Relationship With Jobs as Offices Reopen Find: 7 Remote Jobs Gen Z Will Love In another encouraging sign, ADP dramatically revised its January report, saying the U....

People who shudder at the idea of a 9-to-5 job in a stuffy office building might be drawn to the truck driving industry when choosing a career. According to a report by the Los Angeles Times, truck drivers and heavy machinery operators are among some of the most in-demand jobs in the United States. By Sarah Horvath Truck Driver Salary Highest-Paid Drivers With flexible hours, apprenticeships to learn the trade without spending thousands on college tuition and a purportedly high salary, being a truck driver can seem like a great career choice....

Imagine the pounds you could drop and the carbon you could avoid spewing into the atmosphere by riding your bike to work every day instead of commuting the old-fashioned way. By Andrew Lisa Now imagine the money you could save if you did it for an entire year. Cash App Borrow: How To Borrow Money on Cash App Find: 9 Bills You Should Never Put on Autopay Every mile you spend driving or riding on public transportation to and from work eats a little more from the paycheck that you go there to earn in the first place....

In response to the economic collapse triggered by the coronavirus pandemic, Congress passed the CARES Act to provide direct stimulus payments to Americans. The first payment was issued in April 2020 and amounted to $1,200 per qualifying taxpayer. By John Csiszar While most Americans used this money to get them through a rough time, spending it on necessities such as food and rent, others were able to take that money and invest it....

If you’re interested in NFTs but you don’t need crypto, you might be surprised to learn that you actually do need crypto. Crypto is the currency of the NFT world — they both exist on the same blockchains. By Andrew Lisa See Our List: 100 Most Influential Money Experts Small Business Spotlight 2022: Nominate Your Favorite Small Biz by July 25 Whether you’re looking into NFTs as an artist, a collector, an investor or a gamer, your journey will start on the same path — with you trading money for digital coins....

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a federal nutrition program that gives benefits to low-income individuals and families, enabling them to purchase food at retailers nationwide. Though the specific benefits vary from state to state, in general, to be eligible, a household’s income must be at or below 130 percent of the poverty line. For a family of three, that’s around $1,830 a month or less. By Jordan Rosenfeld Dollar Tree: 5 High-Quality Items To Buy NowLearn: This Credit Score Mistake Could Be Costing Millions of Americans...

In a perfect world, you could simply go to any business, give your personal information, pay for their product or service and then merrily go on your way. Unfortunately, wherever money is exchanged, there is potential for a scam to be created. Knowing this, you can prepare yourself to recognize the signs and red flags of any potential scams that may be sent your way. By Caitlyn Moorhead Auto-renewal Protection Plan Phishing Email Overpayment Tech Support Password Reset Browser Pop-up If You’ve Been Scammed 7 Common Geek Squad Scams to Avoid Scams are commonplace in commerce, especially with recognizable names in retail such as Best Buy....

Hurricane Ian offered a brutal reminder of nature’s fury — and of the need for an emergency fund. When people build emergency savings, they usually do so to prepare for things like an unexpected job loss or a medical catastrophe. By Andrew Lisa Advice: If Your Credit Score Is Under 740, Make These 4 Moves Now Wealthy Millennials Aren’t Banking on Stocks: Here’s What They’re Investing In Instead But from hurricanes in the East to deadly wildfires in the West, some emergencies are so intense that they force you to flee your home with whatever you can carry — and in a lot of cases, staying put isn’t an option....

Intuit, the maker of TurboTax tax filing software, will pay a $141 million multi-state settlement “for deceiving millions of low-income Americans into paying for tax services that should have been free.” In addition, the company was ordered to suspend TurboTax’s “free, free, free” ad campaign, New York Attorney General Letitia James announced on May 4. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: 27 Ugly Truths About RetirementFind: 10 Things You Always (and Never) Should Buy at the Dollar Store...

In light of relentless inflation that has been exacting a toll on every aspect of life, there is some relatively good news for taxpayers. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently announced the tax year 2023 annual inflation adjustments for more than 60 tax provisions — these could help Americans save money via raised tax brackets. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: 9 Bills You Should Never Put on AutopayThe Future of Finances: Gen Z and How They Relate to Money...

Navy Federal Credit Union offers financial services for active and retired members of the military and certain government employees, plus their families. In the event you’re considering joining the credit union, check out its current promotions before you open a new account. By Cynthia Bowman Referral Promo Credit Card Promos Other Offers About Navy Federal Membership Benefits Membership Criteria How To Open Banks regularly offer promotions to attract new customers. They really want your business and are willing to pay you hundreds if you open an account....

The U.S. median rental price hit a record high for the 16th consecutive month in June but renting remains cheaper than buying a home. Indeed, the four-decade high inflation, soaring mortgage rates and rapidly increasing interest rates make house affordability more difficult for many Americans. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Not Sure if Buying or Renting Is Best for You? The BURL Rule Can HelpLooking To Diversify in a Bear Market? Consider These 6 Alternative Investments...

You’re probably familiar with online banks that provide many of the same services as a traditional brick-and-mortar bank with better rates and fewer fees. That’s because online banks don’t have the overhead that a financial institution with branches have. The same goes with digital insurance — many of the top providers can provide the same coverage — or better — for less. By Cynthia Bowman Pros and Cons What Is It Who Is It For Types Read: If Your Credit Score is Under 740, Make These 4 Moves Now...

Most retirees understand that the surviving spouses of deceased Social Security recipients may be entitled to their own survivor benefits. But many do not know that even divorced spouses of Social Security beneficiaries may still qualify for survivor benefits. By John Csiszar Find Out: Why Did I Get Two Social Security Checks This Month?See: With a Recession Looming, Make These 3 Retirement Moves To Stay on Track This is not true of all divorcees, however....

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures the average change in prices paid by consumers for a selection of goods and services. Beginning in January 2023, the CPI will update weights annually, instead of every two years, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics website. This means the CPI will more accurately reflect inflation and market conditions. By Dawn Allcot Social Security: Could COLA Increase Reduce Your Food Stamps Benefits?Inflation Relief Checks: How To Get Your Payment for October...