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Although a well-designed retirement plan can be relatively self-sufficient, you should make it a habit to check on your investments periodically to ensure that everything is going according to plan. However, obsessively checking your retirement funds can lead to a host of problems, from causing undue stress to increasing the likelihood of making poor, emotionally charged decisions. By John Csiszar See: 5 Affordable Places To Retire Near the BeachFind Out: 8 Purchases Retirees Almost Always Regret...

The impact of the Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate hike on student loans falls firmly into the “it depends” category — mostly having to do with who provided the loan and when you got it. Whether the increased rate will affect your student loan interest also depends on your loan type. By Vance Cariaga Student Loan Forgiveness: 16 Million People Have Been Approved, But Will They Actually Get Relief?Learn: With a Recession Looming, Make These 3 Retirement Moves To Stay On Track...

Many people don’t realize that real estate listing site Zillow also purchases homes with an intent to fix and flip them. The platform’s Zillow Offers unit uses its sophisticated AI software algorithms to come up with an asking price and makes an offer to the house’s owner. If the owner accepts, Zillow buys the house, repairs and updates it, then puts it back on the market. By Dawn Allcot See: Zillow Finds 2M Renters Can Afford to Buy Homes Thanks to Remote Work During COVID-19 PandemicFind: Should You Refinance Now With the Low Mortgage Rates?...

The next time you toss a quarter into a gumball machine down at the local grocery store, think about this: That piece of gum could be costing you a lot more. By Vance Cariaga It all depends on which type of quarter you use. If it’s a Wisconsin state quarter issued in 2004, it could be worth at least $30 and maybe much more. The vast majority of 2004 Wisconsin quarters are worth their face value — 25 cents....

When Caitlin Rogers was in her mid-twenties, she quit her job without a backup plan. By Heather Taylor Back then, Rogers was a nonprofit staffer who was extremely burned out and miserable. While her decision to quit her job wasn’t something her mom approved of, the course of her life was about to hit reset. Within one week of quitting, Rogers met a friend who would eventually become her business partner....

IKEA is known for being affordable, which is why you shouldn’t sleep on all the items the store offers that can help freshen up your decor. Whether you’re looking for a DIY project or want something that’s ready to go, IKEA offers a lot of products that can truly help revamp your living space without breaking the bank. By Sam DiSalvo See Our List: 100 Most Influential Money ExpertsRead More: 22 Side Gigs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time Job...

Update: Some offers mentioned below may have changed or are no longer available. View current credit card offerings from our partners at CardCritics here on the issuer’s website. By Andrew Lisa Overview American Express Platinum Card Perks Affiliated Hotels Rewards Points Is It Worth It American Express Platinum® cardholders pay a hefty annual fee of $695. To justify a cover charge of that caliber, you have to take advantage of enough high-end perks to cancel out the cost....

Choosing the right bank account is an important decision, as it can impact how easily you’re able to manage your daily finances. But you’ll also have to decide how much to keep in each account. Let’s explore your banking options to make sure you’re doing it correctly. By Casey Bond Which Bank Account, and for What? Derek Ripp, a CFP and partner at Austin Wealth Management, suggests structuring your cash into three groups:...

Aviation and aerospace giant Boeing upped the ante in the commercial space race by putting $100 million into Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit satellite launch startup. By Vance Cariaga See: Numbers Behind the Modern-Day Space Race: Why Billionaires Are Obsessed With Going To Space and How Much They’re Spending Find: Back from Space and Wanting More: Bezos’ Blue Origin Offers to ‘Bridge’ $2 Billion for NASA’s Lunar Contract The money will go toward Virgin Orbit’s $3....

It was a busy weekend for cryptos. Bitcoin and Ether both rallied, nearing all-time highs for BTC, while ETH crossed it. The crypto market reached a $3 trillion market cap and NYC mayor-elect Eric Adams is doubling down on its Bitcoin love, saying he wants schools to teach the space. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Bitcoin-Linked ETFs Are Booming — Could Bitcoin Funds Be the Next ‘Holy Grail’?Find: Crypto Fraud: Scammers Use Google Ads to Steal Crypto Wallets — How Can You Protect Yourself?...

This article was edited to clarify that the credit is also available for used electric vehicles. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy Electric vehicle (EV) owners could reap the benefits from the stunning deal on climate change and healthcare reached last week between Senator Joe Manchin and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer in order to fight inflation — the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. The act would extend $7,500 in tax credits to EV owners, but puts a cap on salaries....

How do you know which purchases, whether they’re big or small, should be put on a credit card? Making this decision depends on the kind of purchase you plan to charge and how responsible the cardholder is with their credit card use. Here are the purchases you should put on a credit card versus those where you may need to exercise caution. By Heather Taylor Put These Purchases on a Credit Card Take a closer look at the purchases you should be putting on your credit card as long as you can afford the costs....

As Florida continues its recovery efforts following Hurricane Ian — one of the most devastating storms in the state’s history — government officials have issued guidelines on help that is available to Florida residents who get Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, formerly known as food stamps. By Vance Cariaga Dollar Tree: 5 High-Quality Items To Buy NowSee: This Credit Score Mistake Could Be Costing Millions of Americans The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF), which administers the federal program, said in an Oct....

For many people, curling up with a good book is the best way to pass the time. But it may not have occurred to you to turn your love of reading into a stream of income. There are many websites that pay you to read, review and even record books. By Dawn Allcot Getting Paid To Read Sites That Pay You To Read As with any side gig that helps you make money fast, there’s no such thing as a free lunch....

The iPhone 13 is still a customer favorite despite the buzz surrounding the launch of the new iPhone 14 series. This is because the iPhone 13 model has already established itself as a reliable and durable smartphone over the past year. By Suchetana Bhattacharyea Starting Price Specs Storage Option Costs iPhone 13 Mini Cost iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max Cost Trade-In Read: If Your Credit Score is Under 740, Make These 4 Moves Now...

Accountants and other tax professionals undoubtedly earn their salaries. The highly specialized and often tedious work they do allows people and businesses all over the country to keep more of their income, satisfy their tax obligations and stay in good standing with the IRS. By Andrew Lisa But the reality is, it’s easier than ever to do your taxes by yourself. Social Security Payment Schedule 2022: What Dates To Watch Out ForGood To Know: 50 Ways You’re Throwing Money Away...

By Gabrielle Olya In today’s column, we chat with Dina Friedman, a managing director and wealth strategist at Merrill Private Wealth Management, about the common mistakes women make when navigating a divorce and how to ensure you’re best prepared for the financial transition from “ours” to “yours” and “mine.” Read: 3 Money Moves Every Woman Must Make, According to Rachel CruzeFind Out: 4 Money Lies Women Tell Themselves (& Why They’re Not True)...

Analysts, experts and politicians are warning Americans about the increasing threat of cybersecurity attacks from Russia. Analysts have been anticipating the surge since the start of Russia invading Ukraine on Feb, 24, which in turn, some see as sector investors should focus on. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Cybersecurity Stocks Set to Surge After Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Find: As Russia Invades Ukraine, is Bitcoin Still a Safe Haven Compared to Gold?...

The rise of the side hustle has been years in the making, but it moved into a much higher gear during the COVID-19 pandemic due to a combination of high job losses and increased remote work. Many Americans who took on side gigs to help make ends meet during the pandemic have now turned those gigs into full-time income. By Vance Cariaga Wealthy Millennials Aren’t Banking on Stocks: Here’s What They’re Investing In InsteadFind: States Whose Economies Are Failing vs....

If you’re shopping for a home, you’re probably evaluating multiple mortgage lenders for the best deal, personalized service and low-interest rates. You may be looking for an online lender — or at least a lender with an online application process — for speed and convenience. By Dawn Allcot See: Chase Mortgage Review: Competitive Rates and a Generous Homebuyer Grant Program Find: Mortgage Purchase Applications Jump 8% and Loan Sizes Hit a Record as Rates Begin to Rise...