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MoviePass is relaunching after its crash, and the new beta version waitlist — which grants priority access ahead of the public launch later this year — closes Jan. 31 or “when it’s full,” according to an announcement. But is the new unlimited subscription version worth it? By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy While the first iteration had a $10 monthly unlimited pricing, the new version will have a tier pricing. “That will never happen again,” CEO Stacy Spikes told Business Insider....

It’s now official: Tesla has started accepting Dogecoin as payment for some of the company’s merchandise following weeks of rumors, pushing Dogecoin’s price higher and further solidifying Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s reputation as a champion of the cryptocurrency. The move marks one of many interesting economic news stories as 2022 kicks off in earnest. By Vance Cariaga See: Reddit Recap: Meme Stocks, Dogecoin, Bitcoin and the Growth of Crypto in 2022 Find: Dogecoin, Stimulus Check and More of the Most-Searched Financial Terms of 2021 on Google...

The new retirement rules, part of the $1.7 trillion funding bill President Joe Biden is set to sign into law, will make so-called 401(k) hardship withdrawals easier. This comes amid a record-high number of said withdrawals as inflation continues to take a toll on Americans. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Secure Act 2.0 Has the Hidden Benefit of Helping Pay Down Student LoansFind: 5 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000...

Cryptocurrencies have entered everyday life and have been on investors’ minds in the past few years, thanks to their rapid adoption, increased institutional (and celebrity) backing and constant attention-grabbing headlines. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy About the Oasis Network ROSE Token What Investors Should Consider Future Outlook But some are more at the forefront of the news cycle. Indeed, while bitcoin and ether have become mainstream cryptocurrencies and mainstream concepts — closely followed by several altcoins, such as dogecoin and shiba inu — there are still some lesser-known cryptos that might also be worth a look....

The rich get richer in part because of how they do their banking. Generally, they store their cash in accounts that are high-yield-bearing so that their money grows as possible while sitting in the bank. But even rich people have only so much power. Like everyone else, they are at the mercy of the Fed, which sets and controls interest rates. And right now, the Fed is raising interest rates....

West Virginia’s SNAP is administered by the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources but governed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The DHHR distributes monthly benefits to Mountain State Cards, the state’s version of the EBT card. By Josephine Nesbit See: Surprising Things You Can Buy With Food StampsFind: 25 Extra Grocery Costs You’re Probably Forgetting About In West Virginia, SNAP eligibility is based on household size, income, assets and some household expenses....

Many retirees live off fixed incomes that consist primarily of investments and Social Security. By John Csiszar Social Security: New Bill Could Give Seniors an Extra $2,400 a Year Learn: Ways You Can Lose Your Social Security Benefits While a fixed income can provide some sense of safety and security, inflation can devastate the value of these payments. Inflation hasn’t been much of a problem for retirees over the past few decades, but it has come roaring back with a vengeance in 2021 and 2022....

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on how Americans view work and retirement — none more so than with younger generations. In fact, they now expect to retire earlier than previously planned, according to a new study from Northwestern Mutual. By Vance Cariaga See: How To Prepare for a Retirement Without Social Security IncomeSenior Stimulus: Advocacy Group Proposes One-Time, $1,400 Payment for Retirees Millennial and Gen Z respondents both said they plan to retire before the age of 60, with millennials giving an average retirement age of 59....

Where did the time go this year, and how is it already Thanksgiving? If you’re waking up to those questions this morning while also panicking about not having the essential ingredients for your feast, here’s something to be truly grateful for: Some grocery stores are open today and have last-minute deals on all the table trimmings. By Selena Fragassi See: Americans Are Cutting Back on Fresh Veggies, Desserts and Wine This Thanksgiving To Save MoneyFind: Where in the US Is Hosting Thanksgiving Dinner Most Expensive (and Least)?...

The banks and credit unions of the South Atlantic region are scattered across the entire southeastern coast of the United States, including Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas, Virginia, Delaware and Maryland — non-coastal West Virginia is counted as part of the region, too. By Andrew Lisa Learn: How to Easily Add $500 to Your Wallet This MonthMore: 16 Effective Tips and Tricks To Help You Save Money In 2022 In terms of banking, it’s an area that’s defined by extremes....

During the job interview process, a phone screening is typically the first step. While this may be more informal and informational than a video or in-person interview, it’s the first impression you will be making on your prospective new employer, so it’s important to make the most of it. By Gabrielle Olya Here’s everything you should be doing before, during and after a phone interview. Read: 10 Steps To Help Get Your Career Back on TrackDiscover: 30 Odd Jobs That Pay Insanely Well...

More than half of parents surveyed said they expect to spend more on school supplies, clothing and accessories this year than last year, according to a report from Amex Trendex. By Dawn Allcot Live Richer Podcast: Ways To Score Cheap School Supplies This School YearSave More: Back-to-School Tips To Help You Cut Costs While inflation is no doubt playing a role in higher costs, a return to regular, in-person school days is driving higher costs for clothing....

As if Santa doesn’t have enough on his plate delivering gifts around the world in a single night, now he’s being pressured by Wall Street to cheer up the stock market. By Vance Cariaga Take a Look Back: 2022 Year in ReviewFind Out: 5 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000 Investors in an otherwise dreary year are looking for a “Santa Claus rally” to bolster returns before the end of 2022....

A checking account is a way to keep your money safe and accessible for short-term spending needs. A bank maintains the account, allowing you to deposit money and then withdraw it to pay bills, buy groceries or meet some other financial need. By Thomas Streissguth Debit Cards and Withdrawals Watch for Fees Online Banking How to Open a Checking Account Types of Checking Accounts Debit Cards and Withdrawals When you open a checking account, the bank will issue a debit card linked to the account....

As we head into a new year, many people use the time for a “fresh start.” That can include finances, such as re-evaluating personal budgets and seeing where you might be able to make any cuts to save more money. By Selena Fragassi Compare: 10 Money-Saving Tips from the Great Depression To Use TodayFind: 7 Reasons Winter Is the Best Time To Save Money One of the biggest culprits of unnecessary spending is subscriptions — be they magazines, gyms, dating apps or streaming services, the average American consumer has five paid memberships, according to PYMNTS CNBC pointed out that most people spend an extra $133 per month than they realize on these lagging subscriptions....

Value investors may be looking at a good year in 2022. With the Federal Reserve implementing a series of rate hikes meant to tame rising inflation, the stock market is anticipating a choppy year, at best. That means investor caution and a shift away from fast-rising growth stocks that have dazzled market watchers since the crash of 2020. By Thomas Streissguth Read: How To Tactfully Decline Splitting the Bill When Your Fellow Diners Ordered MoreSee: 5 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000...

Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia has launched Samara, a company offering backyard tiny houses that can be installed in people’s gardens. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Do Airbnb’s Billion-Dollar Q3 Profits Translate to a Worthwhile Stock Investment?Explore: Move Over Airbnb – Marriott Has a New Luxury Product for Long-Term Stays Dubbed “Backyard,” the accessory dwelling unit (ADU) — a smaller, independent residential dwelling unit located on the same lot as a stand-alone single-family home, according to the American Planning Association — will be available in California for the moment....

Bitcoin’s recent rally seems corroborated by the increased activity in blockchain activity, which might signal “growing interest in the asset during early-stage bull markets,” a new analysis notes. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Bitcoin’s Very Good Week Ends With George Soros Saying He Owns the Crypto Find: Investors Are Bullish About Ethereum, Finds New Crypto Survey The Bitcoin market has continued to show strength this week, with prices trading within a tight consolidation range, with a low at $53,657, and a high of $56,250, according to a new Glassnode analysis....

Bitcoin will replace fiat currency by 2050, a new survey of crypto experts finds. An astonishing 54% of the panel thinks hyperbitcoinization — the moment that Bitcoin overtakes global finance — will happen by 2050. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Bitcoin Crashes Constantly, But These Investors Won’t Sell – Why ‘HODLers’ Buy the Dip and Hang On Tight Find: 7 of the Biggest Bitcoin Crashes in History Breaking these findings further, 29% think it will happen as soon as 2035 and an additional 20% by 2040, according to the Finder survey of a panel of 42 cryptocurrency experts....

The federal student loan relief plan announced on Aug. 24 by the Biden administration doesn’t just apply to former students with college loan debt. Loan forgiveness may also become available to students who are still in school. By Vance Cariaga See: 8 Costco Frozen Foods That Give You the Best Bang for Your BuckDollar Tree: 5 High-Quality Items To Buy Now A White House fact sheet accompanying the announcement indicated that current students with loans “are eligible for this debt relief....