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Everyone from institutional investors to Reddit warriors seems to have gotten involved in investing this past year. Cryptocurrency mania and disposable income in the form of stimulus money have fueled one of the biggest stock buying frenzies in history, making just about everyone somewhat versed in the world of investments. By Georgina Tzanetos See: 3 Alarming Ways Women Are Lagging Behind Men When It Comes to Their FinancesFind: Stocks to Buy With Your Stimulus Savings...

Kohl’s confirmed that it is ending talks to sell its business to The Franchise Group and will launch an accelerated share repurchase program to boost its struggling stock price, but shares fell sharply in early trading Friday amid doubts about the retailer’s near-term growth prospects. By Vance Cariaga See: Pinterest Stock Jumps After Ben Silbermann Steps Down — Is It a Good Time to Buy?Find: 8 Best Oil Stocks of 2022...

Meta announced it will begin to test several new tools that will enable creators to experiment with different ways to monetize what they’re building in Horizon Worlds. “While we’re launching this today as a test with a handful of creators to get their feedback, these types of tools are steps toward our long-term vision for the metaverse where creators can earn a living and people can purchase digital goods, services, and experiences,” Meta said in a blog post earlier this week....

This spring, GoBankingRates reported on hidden restaurant charges, including “suggested” tips at the point-of-sale when purchases are processed through iPad terminals or tabletop kiosks. By Dawn Allcot See: 9 Bills You Should Never Put on AutopayCash App Borrow: How To Borrow Money on Cash App These iPad prompts, especially for take-out service where you may not normally leave a tip, often pressure patrons to tip — especially when the cashier hovers over you expectantly....

Rents are rising at their fastest clip in years as the U.S. economy continues its recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, a development that will no doubt make rental companies happy but could spell trouble for tenants still struggling to make ends meet. By Vance Cariaga Find: Are You Actually Spending Your Child Tax Credit Payment? Take Our Poll See: How the Child Tax Credit and Other Stimulus Packages Benefit the Full Economy and Not Just Recipients...

Social Security recipients will get the highest cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in decades next year, but it still might not be enough to offset the nation’s skyrocketing inflation. By Vance Cariaga Learn: Social Security Analysis: Why CPI-E Is ‘Better Index for Measuring Inflation’ In Terms of COLA for Seniors Find: Inflation Spikes to Over 7% in Atlanta — How Are Other Major US Cities Faring? That sounds good — until you factor in the annual inflation rate, which surged to 6....

In the past year, Sweetgreen has found itself in a tough position. The company, which operates in the fast health food space, initially found itself impacted by the COVID-19 lockdown and resulting sudden onset of remote work policies. The impact to Sweetgreen’s business was severe enough that the company received a $10 million loan from the federal government’s Small Business Administration. Sweetgreen was later one of the businesses to return that money after learning of funding problems with the program that granted the loan....

By Sam DiSalvo Find Out: Surprising Things You Can Buy With Food StampsMore: If Your Credit Score Is Under 740, Make These 4 Moves Now Whether you’re getting kids ready for the big night and making sure you’re stocked with enough candy to give the neighbors, or you need a last-minute costume for a party, we’ve got you covered. Here’s how to get all the treats without any tricks when you shop at Target and Walmart this Halloween....

Who doesn’t love a good renovation? There’s an unparalleled pleasure in watching something old and beaten down get a second life, often with relatively simple fixes such as new wood and fresh paint. Wife and husband team Elizabeth and Ethan Finkelstein understood this when they began their show Cheap Old Houses, which premiered on the HGTV network in 2016. Since their launch, they’ve gained more than 1.6 million followers–so they must be doing something right....

Once upon a time, going to the movies was a popular pastime — then the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Consequently, 2020 was a historically bleak year at the box office, but things slowly started to return to normal this year. By Jennifer Taylor In 2021, domestic box office revenues totaled just over $4 million, which is double the $2 million realized in 2020, according to The Numbers. However, it’s still a long way from the nearly $11....

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway reported its third-quarter earnings on Friday, Nov. 6, disclosing that the conglomerate had added to Buffett’s cash pile and increased its operating income. However, the Oracle of Omaha also said that many of its businesses were negatively affected by ongoing global supply chain disruptions. Indeed, profits dropped to $10.3 billion for the quarter, down from $30 billion in the same quarter last year. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Every Stock That Warren Buffett Owns, RankedFind: How to Refinance a Mortgage...

Americans 65 and older are earning paychecks in record numbers these days, with 10.6 million currently in the workforce, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. That number is expected to reach 16 million by 2030, with the number of workers 75 and older projected to nearly double between now and then, and the number of workers 65 and older expected to increase by about 42%. By Vance Cariaga See: How Much Can the Average Senior Citizen Expect To Benefit From Social Security?...

If the housing market has felt like an ongoing nightmare to potential homeowners over the last couple of years, this headline offers a bit of respite. According to Realtor.com, there are 10 cities across the United States where home prices are starting to fall. By Heather Taylor Read: States Whose Economies Are Failing vs. States Whose Economies Are ThrivingAlso: Should You Still Buy a Home in Today’s Market? Here’s a look at the top 10 cities where home prices are steadily plummeting, ending with a popular city experiencing the largest housing market price decrease....

Cryptocurrency has taken the world by storm, with over 22,000 cryptocurrencies currently listed on CoinMarketCap. This has sparked the interest of beginner investors. While fear of missing out makes it tempting to jump into the crypto world without sufficient knowledge, investing in cryptocurrency is a risky venture under any circumstances, and it’s especially so if you have no idea how to research and analyze cryptos. By Lydia Kibet Messari Glassnode LunarCrush Coin Metrics Santiment CoinGecko CoinMarketCal Coin Dance CryptoMiso Coinbase One Learn: 5 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000...

Target’s Black Friday sale deals are currently live, with discounts offered on everything from gaming equipment to TVs. Many products are marked down 50%, and Target is offering additional perks, such as gift cards with certain purchases. Target’s Black Friday sale kicked off on Nov. 20 and will run through Nov. 26. By Gabrielle Olya Holiday Spending: Get Top Holiday Shopping and Savings TipsImportant: If Your Credit Score Is Under 740, Make These 4 Moves Now...

If using money management apps were like playing video games, PayPal would be the big boss. It was one of the first platforms of its kind and maintains its reputation for being a convenient and secure way to send and receive payments. By Caitlyn Moorhead Ways To Earn Honey Survey Junkie Ibotta Rakuten Sweatcoin Branded Surveys InboxDollars Swagbucks MyPoints Mistplay See: Protect Your Financial Future With Gold and Silver As PayPal is linked to your bank account — making it easy to use on a regular basis — why not maximize its potential and earn some free PayPal money?...

The annual Medicare Open Enrollment period that begins on Oct. 15, 2022, gives recipients a chance to make changes to their coverage that could possibly save them thousands of dollars. Open enrollment lasts through Dec. 7, 2022, and any changes will go into effect in 2023. By Vance Cariaga Student Loan Forgiveness: Mark These 4 Dates On Your Calendar NowSNAP Benefits: How Long Do They Last? Your options for making changes differ depending on whether you are enrolled in original Medicare or a Medicare Advantage (MA) private insurance plan....

Technology accelerates the growth of many industries, and financial services is no exception. In the past few decades, retail investors have gained incredible access to low-cost, high-quality financial services via a multitude of platforms. By John Csiszar Check Out: Why Buying Property in These Vacation Destinations Could Be a Great InvestmentSee: 5 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000 The fastest growth in recent years has been in the development of money-oriented apps, which allow customers to create and manage budgets, buy and sell investments, track their financial status and even file their taxes all from the screen on a smartphone....

It’s always nice to get a bonus, no matter how big or small. And if you can score the bonus with minimal effort, all the better. For instance, some banks have generous tiered incentives that require you to deposit as much as $200,000 to earn the biggest bonus. Needless to say, that’s not realistic for the average person. By Bob Haegele Some banks offer big bonuses with a high bar to reach them; while others give you a small bonus that is easy to achieve....

For many families, Costco is just a normal part of their shopping experience. For others, the warehouse club is a place to go for seasonal goodies because it is known for its great deals. By Jordan Rosenfeld Take a Look Back: 2022 Year in ReviewMore: 3 Easy Tips To Turn Your Credit Woes Into Wows In fact, the Christmas season is an excellent time to shop, either for holiday related items or simply for food, beverages and home goods that will be on special sales at this time of year....