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Today is an interesting day, because it is both Evaluate Your Life Day and National New Friends Day. So, while evaluating your life, you could come to the conclusion that you need some new friends. Or maybe not! While you think it all over, check out today’s top financial stories. By Gary Dudak The Big Lead: Social Security Raises Work Credit Amount to $1,640 The Social Security Administration has announced changes for 2023, including the value of one work credit rising from $1,510 to $1,640....

Starlink–Elon Musk’s SpaceX’s satellite internet service–will provide complimentary high-speed, low-latency broadband internet access to every guest onboard Hawaiian Airlines flights between the islands and the continental U.S, Asia and Oceania. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy Building Wealth: 20 Genius Things Mark Cuban Says To Do With Your MoneyLearn: 10 Things You Always (and Never) Should Buy at the Dollar Store The airline said it will equip its Airbus A330 and A321neo aircraft, as well as an incoming fleet of Boeing 787-9s, with Starlink’s satellite internet connectivity service, according to a press release....

On May 2, Spirit Airlines announced it had unanimously rejected the “unsolicited proposal received from JetBlue Airways,” saying it does not constitute a “superior proposal” as defined in Spirit’s merger agreement. Part of the reasoning, per a press release, is that Spirit’s board does not feel the JetBlue offer is reasonably capable of being consummated. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy Discover: 27 Ugly Truths About Retirement More: How To Get Rich With a Normal Job...

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments are typically deposited on the first of every month, unless the first falls on a weekend or holiday. According to the SSA’s schedule of Social Security benefits for 2022, August payments are scheduled to go out on Mon, Aug. 1. By Josephine Nesbit Social Security Schedule: When August 2022 Benefits Will Be SentSNAP Schedule: When Can I Anticipate August 2022 Payments? If you received Social Security before May 1997 — or if you’re receiving both Social Security and SSI — then you will receive your Social Security payment on Aug....

The 2022 tax season has been pretty good to Americans so far, at least in terms of getting bigger refunds than last year. That’s likely to change as late filers make a final push to get their returns in by the April 18 deadline. By Vance Cariaga See: If You’re Expecting a Tax Refund of $2,000 or More, Here’s What You’re Doing WrongFind: Filing Your Taxes This Week? Here’s What You Need To Know...

Traveling can be expensive. Perhaps, that’s why 81% of Gen Zers strongly focus on their budget when making travel decisions, according to Luggage Hero. But even by choosing the cheapest flights and accommodations you can find, you still can end up paying more than you need to. To get the best deals on airline tickets and hotel stays as a novice traveler, it helps to have some insider advice. From knowing what to look for when making reservations to avoiding losing money or paying hidden fees, here’s the beginner’s guide you need to help you save the most money on travel....

Americans have been leaving the workforce in record numbers in recent months, contributing to a “Great Resignation” that has left employers fighting for a dwindling supply of labor. But like any trend, the Great Resignation has not affected all regions of the country equally — and in this case, states in the Mountain and Southeast regions might be faring the best, and the Northeast the worst. By Vance Cariaga See: Great Resignation Not Over: 4....

Dating apps Tinder and Bumble are entering into a relationship with the metaverse ecosystem, changing the way people will interact in drastic ways and re-inventing their platforms. From the use of avatars and digital coins to first dates in virtual piano bars, the apps are reshaping the dating landscape. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy Find: Cryptocurrency Predictions for 2022 Explore: 8 Best Cryptocurrencies To Invest In for 2021 For the two public companies, these plans will also provide a new revenue stream, and experts are saying that competitors should consider entering the metaverse fray, too, at the risk of being dumped....

With an uncertain economic landscape, inflation that is still running hot and fear of a recession, it’s no surprise that 31% of American workers express concern about their employers potentially planning budget cuts or layoffs, according to a Dec. 14 Workforce Confidence survey by LinkedIn. But against this backdrop, there are reasons to be optimistic, as some jobs are recession-proof, according to a study. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: States Whose Economies Are Failing vs....

Tracking your tax refund has never been easier. There are free tools available, such as the IRS “Where’s My Refund?” tool and USPS Informed Delivery, that allow taxpayers to track their tax refund and know exactly when it’s arriving. By Josephine Nesbit $2,000 Quarter? Check Your Pockets Before You Use This 2004 CoinDo You Have a Tax Question? Ask a Tax Pro You can access the “Where’s My Refund?” tool through IRS....

Retirement might still feel a long way off in your 40s and 50s, but that day is going to arrive faster than you think. And the time to prepare financially and physically is now, not later. By Jordan Rosenfeld Retirement At Any Age: Get Retirement Tips That Fit Every Stage of LifeLearn More: 7 Surprisingly Easy Ways To Reach Retirement Goals While retirement advice often focuses on finances, adults also need to make plans for healthcare costs, since older age is when people are more likely to need these services....

Airfare prices have soared to nearly unfathomable heights — up 42% in September 2022 from September 2021. By Nicole Spector Student Loan Forgiveness: Mark These 4 Dates on Your Calendar NowCheck Out: States Whose Economies Are Failing vs. States Whose Economies Are Thriving What is driving this astronomical surge in pricing and when can we expect the climate around airfare to cool down? When Will Things Improve? Various problems the airline industry is facing are driving up prices and they aren’t easy or quick fixes....

Some financial experts will tell you that having any type of debt is a bad thing. After all, debt reduces your net worth, strains your cash flow and costs you extra money in interest charges. By Casey Bond That said, it’s not always realistic to go through life paying cash for everything. And when done right, borrowing money can give you access to tools and opportunities that can actually lead to greater wealth down the road....

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by three-quarters of a percentage point on Nov. 2 — the fourth consecutive such hike — in an effort to tame record high inflation hampering the U.S. economy. While the move was expected, not everyone agrees with it, with some experts arguing that the Fed needs to reconsider continued rate hikes. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: 9 Bills You Should Never Put on AutopayFind: Unplug These Appliances That Hike Up Your Electricity Bill...

How often have you been the one asked to take notes at meetings or take time out of your schedule to train a new hire? If you feel like you’re charged with these tasks more than your male colleagues, you’re probably right. New research by Linda Babcock, Brenda Peyser, Lise Vesterlund and Laurie Weingart shows that women are more often called upon to do what they have termed “non-promotable tasks” — tasks that are necessary, yet rarely contribute to career advancement....

Over the past few years, the buy now, pay later industry has taken the financing world by storm. Many consumers are familiar with Afterpay, an app that allows customers to purchase products online or in-store and make four interest-free repayments. However, multiple other apps provide similar services. By Virginia Anderson Sezzle Zip Splitit PayPal Credit Klarna Perpay Affirm ViaBill Zebit About BNPL See: 3 Ways Smart People Save Money When Filing Their Taxes...

By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy Read: 10 Simple Habits That Will Help You Pay Down DebtGood To Know: 9 Bills You Should Never Put on Autopay 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 survey finds that the top reason women cite as an obstacle to repaying debts is the high cost of living, with 24%....

AMC is the latest company to announce massive layoffs, letting go of 20% of its workforce, according to several reports. The news came on the same day as company CEO Christina Spade stepped down from her role after less than three months. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Why Are So Many Companies Doing Layoffs Before the Holidays?Explore: 9 Warning Signs That Company Layoffs May Be On the Way “The AMC Networks Board of Directors is currently finalizing who it will name as a replacement, with an announcement to follow,” the company stated on Nov....

A backdoor Roth IRA isn’t a specific type of IRA, rather a description of a strategy to help wealthier taxpayers avoid certain Roth IRA restrictions. By John Csiszar Backdoor Roth IRAs have been in the news as of late due to provisions in President Joe Biden’s “Build Back Better” legislation that would limit their use. Although the legislation is not finalized, it’s a good time for those who might be affected by it to take a look at their Roth IRA strategy and prepare to adapt to any potential changes....

Bitcoin has been the most popular and well-known cryptocurrency since it literally began the asset class in 2009. However, as speculative fervor has broken out among many markets over the past few years, literally hundreds of new cryptocurrencies have been created, with many skyrocketing in price. Some of these newer cryptos don’t, as of yet, have any discernible value in the blockchain world, and many have whimsical names, such as Dogecoin, Baby Doge and Shiba Inu....