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With the majority of Americans living paycheck to paycheck, employees are embracing the now-legendary side hustle, aka, a second job that is usually part time or flexible in hours. In fact, according to recent research from Zapier, one in three Americans has a side hustle. By Nicole Spector See: 11 Best Lucrative Side Hustle Ideas: Earn MoreDiscover: 20 Hot Jobs That Pay More Than $150,000 More Money, Less Time Though having a side hustle can significantly help one out financially, it can be a major time-suck....

Weddings are back in 2022 with as many as 2.6 million weddings anticipated to take place. As couples plan for their big days, many may be considering using a crowdfunding platform, like GoFundMe, to help cover expenses and keep from going over budgets. By Heather Taylor Is using a crowdfunding platform a good or bad idea when it comes to financing a wedding? Let’s take a look at whether this type of platform is a fit for weddings and financing alternatives if you need extra money for your wedding day....

Scams are becoming more and more prevalent. They’re so common that experts have coined the term “scam economy.” Phone scams are some of the most common types of scams, with about 60 million Americans reporting a phone scam in 2021. By Joshua Rodriguez About Scam Numbers Area Codes To Avoid Common Phone Scams Wouldn’t it be great to have a list of scammer phone numbers handy to avoid them altogether?...

Rapidly rising interest rates, a 40-year-high rate of inflation and tight housing supply are continuing to push mortgage applications down, while mortgage rates across all loan types continued to move higher — making buying a home even more expensive. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy Discover: 6 Reasons You Won’t Get Social Security More: What Income Level Is Considered Middle Class in Your State? Mortgage applications decreased for the fourth consecutive week, falling 1....

Joey Chestnut broke his own world record yet again to become the 2021 Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest champion, winning his 14th Mustard Belt after consuming 76 hot dogs and buns (HDBs) in a thrilling 10 minutes. Last year he set the record with 75 HDBs. By Joel Anderson 2021 Contest Winners What Top Competitors Make Joey Chestnut’s Net Worth Michelle Lesco’s Winnings Fun Facts and Eating Contest Stats Money’s Most Influential: Where Do Americans Get Their Financial Advice?...

Update: Some offers mentioned below may have changed or are no longer available. View current credit card offerings from our partners at CardCritics Here or on the issuer’s website. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy Credit cards have many benefits, from providing a financial cushion in case of emergencies, to helping build credit scores to accumulating rewards and perks. While there are endless cards to choose from, there is one aspect many Americans agree on: Annual membership fees are the worst, according to a new survey....

Just back from the Thanksgiving break, Congress has a few days to address — once again — the debt ceiling, as well as find a solution to avert a government shutdown. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Yellen Updates Debt Ceiling Breach Date, Says US Funds Will Only Last Until Dec. 15 Government Shutdown 2021: Could Social Security Checks in December Be Affected? The most pressing deadline is Dec. 15, when the short-term measure that funds federal agencies and initiatives is set to expire....

Things are getting interesting for those who like to gamble: With no winning Powerball ticket drawn on Wednesday, Oct. 26, tomorrow night’s grand prize draw has grown to an estimated $800 million. This will be the second-biggest Powerball grand prize ever, and the fifth-biggest lottery jackpot in U.S. history. By David Nadelle See: 9 Costco Brand Items That Aren’t Worth the MoneyCash App Borrow: How To Borrow Money on Cash App...

In 2021, the average monthly Social Security benefit came out to $1,565. After a 5.9% cost-of-living adjustment scheduled to go into effect this year, the average benefit will rise to about $1,657 according to the Social Security Administration. This means that the average couple could see roughly $3,000 a month. By Georgina Tzanetos Social Security Poll: What Matters Most to You? Analysis: Why CPI-E Is ‘Better Index for Measuring Inflation’ In Terms of COLA for Seniors...

Size can solve a lot of problems in the business world, and that was proven once again this week as major retailers like Walmart, Target and Lowe’s all produced strong quarterly sales and earnings results despite the supply-chain problems that continue to plague the industry. By Vance Cariaga Walmart’s massive size proved particularly useful during its fiscal third quarter, when it was able to negotiate with manufacturers, increase its inventory and charter its own ships to move goods around the world, CNBC reported....

If your teenager is earning an income and filing taxes as a W-2 employee or a 1099 independent contractor (self-employed), you might wonder how claiming them as a dependent will affect their tax returns. By Dawn Allcot Explore: Quick Tips for First-Time Filers (and Their Parents)Find: What Documents Does Your Child Need to File Taxes? First, it’s important to note that you cannot claim your dependent’s earned income on your tax return....

Ready to buy a used car? While there’s never a bad time of year for car buyers to start doing their research to determine which model they’re looking for and prepare for a purchase, there are certain times of the year when it pays — and doesn’t pay — to buy a used vehicle. By Heather Taylor Here It Is: Our 2022 Small Business Spotlight:See Our List: 100 Most Influential Money Experts...

If you’re looking to improve your work-life balance, you might want to look overseas. A new study finds that the top places are outside of the United States, with Oslo, Norway being at the top spot. As for the top U.S. city — you’ll have to scroll down to the 32nd spot to find Seattle. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: 22 Side Gigs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time JobFind: States Whose Economies Are Failing vs....

Weddings are notoriously expensive affairs — between the venue, catering, entertainment, cake, flowers, photographer and other costs, these celebrations cost tens of thousands of dollars. And although wedding costs tend to go up every year, costs actually took a dip in 2020 due to the pandemic — according to The Knot, the average cost of a wedding decreased from $28,000 in 2019 to $19,000 in 2020. But that downward trend seems to be reversing — with a vengeance — for 2021....

If you’ve previously taken a career break — or are considering taking one — you’re actually part of the majority of working women. According to a recent LinkedIn survey, 69% of women in the U.S. have taken a break at some point during their career — and the top reason may surprise you. Among women who have taken a career break, 22% cite mental health as their reason for stepping away from their jobs — more than caregiving (13%) or parental leave (13%)....

It was a good news/bad news kind of week for the U.S. housing market — as the National Association of Realtors reported that existing home sales in 2021 hit their highest point in approximately 15 years — but sales in December declined to end a run of three straight months of gains. By Vance Cariaga See: Real Estate Investing Guru Mindy Jensen Says To Avoid These Types of Properties Find: Should You Keep Your Money in the Bank or Invest In Real Estate?...

One thing electric vehicle owners never complain about is the high price of gasoline or diesel. This partly explains why the Biden administration has prioritized putting more EVs on the road, including more electric school buses. By Vance Cariaga See Our List: 100 Most Influential Money ExpertsFind: 22 Side Gigs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time Job On Tuesday, Vice President Kamala Harris and Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan announced 391 rebates awards totaling nearly $1 billion to buy 2,463 school buses — 95% of which will be electric....

Whether a person is a member of a wedding party or simply attending the celebration as a guest, a gift for the newlywed couple is just one thing to plan among many other wedding expenses. Unfortunately, the wedding gift can be a main source of stress for guests, especially if their budget is running low. By Taylor DeJesus How Much To Spend Cash Gifts How To Save Money on Gifts Gift Etiquette What makes a good wedding gift, and how can a guest know what the proper amount to spend on a wedding gift is?...

Overview A major lender in consumer credit, Wells Fargo gives its customers the products they need to manage their finances. A Wells Fargo credit card is likely to meet the cardholder’s spending needs even if they don’t bank with this financial institution. By Daniela Rivera-Herrera Overview Features How It Stands Out Competitors How To Apply Who Is It For Fees 3.0 Rewards Rate 4.8 Perks 4.0 APR 4.5 Pros No rotating categories or activation deadlines No annual fee Low introductory APR Unlimited 2% cash rewards Welcome bonus, terms apply Flexible cash-back redemption Up to $600 of cellphone protection Cons No bonus categories to earn extra cash back 3% foreign transaction fee Balance transfer fee of up to 3%, with a $5 minimum Up to $40 late payment penalty fee Backed by Visa Signature, the award-winning offers two times more cash back compared to many other rewards cards....

There was a time when planning for retirement meant having lots of children. Later, millions of workers depended on private pensions for financial security in old age. Then in 1978, Congress added an obscure provision to the Internal Revenue Code called Section 401(k), which allowed employees to avoid being taxed on deferred compensation. More than 40 years later, employer-sponsored plans account for most of the country’s retirement savings. By Andrew Lisa Find Out: 7 Simple Habits That Will Make You Richer in 2022Read More: Jaw-Dropping Stats About the State of Retirement in America...