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The U.S. Army has formulated a battle plan against the ongoing advance of inflation, and it involves advising troops to arm themselves with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. By Vance Cariaga SNAP Benefits: How Long Do They Last?Read More: This Credit Score Mistake Could Be Costing Millions of Americans Okay, maybe the Army didn’t put it in quite those terms. But it was suggested that soldiers who qualify for SNAP take advantage of the program to ease any financial problems caused by the highest inflation rate in more than 40 years, Fox News reported....

Charles Payne is the host of Fox Business Network’s “Making Money with Charles Payne” and a frequent contributor to Fox News Channel. Payne began his career on Wall Street in 1985 as an analyst at E.F. Hutton. In 1991, he founded Wall Street Strategies, an independent stock market research firm. He continues to serve as the firm’s chief executive officer and principal analyst. Payne is also the author of the book “Be Smart, Act Fast, Get Rich....

On Nov. 8, Krispy Kreme is encouraging its customers to vote by giving away a free Original Glazed donut at participating U.S. stores. A free Original Glazed donut is limited to one per guest in store and drive-thru only, with no purchase necessary. By Josephine Nesbit See: 9 Bills You Should Never Put on AutopayFind: 22 Side Gigs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time Job “A healthy, vibrant democracy depends on engaged citizens who vote....

In spite of a growing economy and booming job market, members of Generation Z say they are financially ill-prepared to face adulthood. By Dawn Allcot See: 5 Financial Steps Gen Z Should Be Taking Now Find: Money’s Most Influential — Where Do Americans Get Their Financial Advice? Gen Z is comprised of people born between 1997 and 2015 — an age group that includes recent college and high school graduates. They said that running out of emergency savings (35%) and watching their parents struggle with job loss during the pandemic (27%) were among the financial stressors that made them concerned for the future....

There’s a big range when it comes to picking out a Christmas tree, from the skimpy “Charlie Brown” style to the stately crown jewel of the Griswolds. Yet, when it comes to the magical spruce that decorates New York City’s Rockefeller Center every December, one might wonder: What is the real cost to stage that beauty for millions to gander at during the holidays? By Selena Fragassi See: 6 Shakeups to Social Security Expected in the New YearHoliday Spending: Get Top Holiday Shopping and Savings Tips...

Unless you find your own personal gasoline pump under the tree this year, you may end up paying higher gas prices this Christmas holiday than you ever have before. Even as gas prices continue to fall across the United States, there’s still a chance that prices could set a new holiday record this year. By Vance Cariaga Compare: 5 Luxury Cars That Will Only Go Up in ValueExplore: How Will the Omicron Coronavirus Variant Affect Gas Prices?...

Credit card account holders typically incur interest on the money they use from their credit line every billing cycle. The toll this can take on their wallets may leave them wondering how to avoid interest on credit cards altogether. The most common answer: paying in full on time. However, there are some other methods that can spare credit card users the financial pain of paying more than they borrowed. By Daniela Rivera-Herrera About Credit Card Interest When Interest Is Charged Types Ways To Avoid How Much To Pay Read: If Your Credit Score is Under 740, Make These 4 Moves Now...

Navigating the stock market can be tricky enough, so it is even less fun to try and figure out how to file those gains or losses when it comes time for tax season. Any investment loss is tough, but there might be some salve for that wound if you know how to deduct stock losses from your tax bill. By Caitlyn Moorhead About Stock Losses Deducting From Taxes Wash Sales Read: 3 Ways Smart People Save Money When Filing Their Taxes...

If you’re an underfunded investor with only a hundred bucks or so to put in play, you can grow that money slowly over time through traditional investing — but you’d better be patient. Another option, for the less patient perhaps, would be to take some big risks up front to try to turn that $100 into a respectable pile of seed money much quicker. By Andrew Lisa See: 10 Things To Stop Buying in 2023Learn: 5 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000...

One of the top trending stories surrounding Social Security is whether the program will run out of money, and when. The long answer is complicated. But the short answer is that Social Security will not be running out of money anytime soon unless something unforeseen happens — although future recipients might have to get by with lower monthly payments than current recipients. By Vance Cariaga Social Security: Why Not Everyone Will Get An 8....

Since the IRS opened its two new online portals for people to register for the child tax credit, many have had their efforts dampened by a burdensome identification process. By Georgina Tzanetos See: What Can I Do If I’m Not Enrolled for Child Tax Credit Payments? Find: Are You Eligible For The Child Tax Credit? Here’s How To Find Out A third-party company, ID.me has partnered with the IRS in order to verify people’s identities before they can even access the portals....

Passive income is a way to put your earnings on autopilot. Rather than having to devote time or effort to earning money, passive income comes in regularly and automatically. This frees you up to pursue other activities, whether actively generating additional income or simply enjoying your spare time. By John Csiszar Check Out: 22 Side Gigs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time JobLooking To Diversify in a Bear Market?...

Many U.S. taxpayers will see a difference in their 2023 tax refunds due to the stop on pandemic-related benefits and relief by lawmakers. This means that families may see a smaller refund when filing taxes for the 2022 tax year compared to the previous 2021 tax year. According to the IRS, the average refund in 2022 (for the 2021 tax year) jumped 14% from the prior year and on average families received almost $3,200 in refunds last year....

Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana make up the West South Central region, which is the geographical bridge between the American Southwest and the Deep South. There’s plenty of variety among the region’s 10 best financial institutions, including giant banks that are by no means unique to the area and small regional banks and credit unions — including one local gem you won’t find anywhere else in the country. By Andrew Lisa Learn More: What Do Banks Do With Your Money After You Deposit It?...

Having a source of guaranteed lifetime income can give you peace of mind in retirement, but many people still shy away from buying into annuities — financial products that are designed to do just that. While annuities may not be the best choice for everyone, some people who would benefit from including annuities in their retirement plan are missing out on this opportunity for guaranteed lifetime income because they don’t fully understand what annuities are and how they work....

With various states passing increased budgets for public schools, Democrats in the federal government are also showing support for learning in a post-pandemic era. The Rebuild America’s Schools Act, a partisan bill, was moved forward by the House of Representatives Education and Labor Committee by a vote of 27 — 19, according to a press release from the Democratic Press Office. By Dawn Allcot Discover: 7 Best Side Gigs To Earn an Extra $1,000 a Month More: 20 Best Places To Live on Only a Social Security Check...

Starting a family can be overwhelming. There is so much to organize and plan. Babies cost money, plain and simple, but if you are expecting there are some deals of which you should be sure to take advantage. By Caitlyn Moorhead Registry Gift Boxes Diapers Feeding Items Other Freebies Read: If Your Credit Score is Under 740, Make These 4 Moves Now Whether it is your first child or second, many companies offer freebies for expectant mothers....

YouTube has become one of the most popular streaming platforms in the world, with both its free and paid versions attracting millions of users. Most people know YouTube as the good old free video streaming service but are not as knowledgeable about YouTube TV and YouTube Premium or the differences between them. By Scott Jeffries YouTube TV Cost YouTube Premium Cost YouTube TV YouTube Premium Are They Worth It When looking to invest in a streaming service, you’ll want to compare pricing and content to determine the overall value of each for your needs....

Shopping secondhand for luxury pieces is not only a sustainable way to shop but also an ideal way to discover new styles and find unique items to diversify your home and wardrobe. Today, it is easier than ever before to shop for items secondhand, with many stores operating fully online or featuring an online store in addition to an in-person one. While online shopping has connected sellers and buyers around the world, an in-person shopping experience is also very valuable to those who enjoy seeing and touching the products in real life....

There was a time when you might have used your credit card only in certain situations, such as on a shopping spree at the mall. But things have changed dramatically since then, and nearly every kind of transaction is plastic friendly. Gone are the days when credit cards were a niche product. For many people today, they are becoming the default payment method. By Bob Haegele The result is not only a decline in cash use, but also some rather unusual ways to use your credit card....