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By Gabrielle Olya See: Stimulus Updates To Know for Summer 2022SNAP Schedule: When Can I Anticipate July 2022 Payments? “The internet is a great tool to find information — the problem is most people don’t know how to use the tool correctly when it comes to financial advice,” said Howard Dvorkin, CPA and chairman of Debt.com. “CPAs like me talk all the time about listening to financial advice from experts with your best interests in mind — not their own — and if you don’t know what red flags to look out for, you may end up taking advice that will end up costing you....

Remote work has become mainstream, despite the latest push for a return to office from some employers. The most flexible form of remote work — work from anywhere — has also seen an increase in interest, although job offers are not as numerous and the field is competitive. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: States Whose Economies Are Failing vs. States Whose Economies Are ThrivingFind: Top 10 Richest People in the World...

Summer is over, but our desire to get away doesn’t end with the new season. Whether you’re chasing fall foliage, looking for a romantic excursion or taking the whole family out for an adventure, fall offers many benefits for any traveler. This time of year is an off-season for many places, and often offers cooler temperatures, fewer crowds, along with cheaper accommodation and flight prices. These five stays show off their best during the coming cooler months and offer more intimate and personalized experiences when the crowds of summer die down, all without putting a huge dent in your bank account....

By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: Bitcoin Will Replace Fiat Currency by 2050, Panel of Experts SaysFind: Cryptocurrency: Breaking Down the Basics In turn, Bitcoin saw a price surge this morning. As of this morning, Bitcoin stood at $39,000, according to CoinMarketCap. This is its highest level since mid-June. The digital currency price is up 18% from its 5 p.m. ET level Friday, after briefly rising more than 20% earlier Monday morning, according to The Wall Street Journal....

Investing platform Public.com announced today it added cryptos, an offering that “will be rolled out to eligible members gradually over the next several weeks,” according to an announcement. The platform’s investors include Will Smith, NFL star J.J. Watt, Tony Hawk and The Chainsmokers. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: 8 Best Cryptocurrencies To Invest In for 2021Find: 8 Ways Homeowners Can Save $1000s Every Year “Crypto is gaining momentum as a compelling asset class for millions of investors....

The Federal Reserve Board released the minutes from their July meeting this week, and revealed that the group is planning on making interest rate moves sooner than expected. By Georgina Tzanetos Economy Explained: Breaking Down the Federal Budget and How the Government Spends MoneyConsider: Where To Invest Your Money When Inflation Is High — and What Investments To Avoid Meeting minutes show that Fed officials are making plans to taper off their monthly bond purchases, most likely before the end of this year....

Record-breaking heat waves across the globe are destroying crops, pushing up food prices and putting the food systems of many nations at risk. By Josephine Nesbit Summer Savings: These Classic Tips Keep Your Home Cooler for Free in Summer MonthsLooking To Diversify in a Bear Market? Consider These 6 Alternative Investments In Europe, water and heat stress has pushed down crop yields, and in June, the already negative forecast released by the Publications Office of the EU was slightly reduced for the third consecutive month, reported Food Ingredients First....

What Is Goodbudget? Goodbudget is one of the best budgeting apps available today. The app makes tracking expenses incredibly straightforward with a system derived from the old-fashioned practice of splitting paychecks up into envelopes for different uses. By Teddy Garcia What Is It Who Is It For How to Sign Up Features Score Breakdown Competitors Cost 4.0 Tier Features 4.0 Security 5.0 App Store Ratings 5.0 Pros A free version with several useful features Easy budgeting sync for couples and families Very straightforward to use Cons Only 10 spending categories with free accounts Lack of investing and saving tools It’s an effective tool for people who need to monitor their spending a bit more closely, whether to avoid overspending or simply to better understand where their money is really going....

No matter how well prepared you are for all eventualities, things go wrong, and unexpected emergencies arise. The last thing you want is to be in a situation where you need quick access to your own money and can’t get it — whether you’re traveling overseas or out of state, lose your phone and don’t have access to your mobile banking, or simply don’t have your important information on you. Experts here offer ways to make sure you can always access your funds in a pinch....

The federal minimum wage has been $7.25 an hour since 2009. That was 13 years ago. That’s the longest the minimum wage has remained stagnant since the Fair Labor Standards Act first set it at 25 cents an hour in 1938. By Andrew Lisa Find Out More: Stimulus Payments Are Coming to These States in OctoberStudent Loan Forgiveness: Mark These 4 Dates On Your Calendar Now An adult working full-time at the federal minimum wage earns $58 for an eight-hour workday....

By Nicole Spector In the world of personal finance, few things are as significant as one’s credit report, which spotlights their financial background and discloses personal payment history to prove lending and credit eligibility. Documentation of such significance should be infallible; alas, mistakes happen. Discover: 90-Second Moves To Raise Your Credit Score 200 PointsFind Out: 10 Things to Do Now If You Have a 500 Credit Score “Credit report mistakes can happen in several ways,” said Christopher Morgan of Credit Help Info, who listed the common types of errors:...

When it comes to caregiving, women typically bear the brunt of the responsibilities — and this can include financial, physical and emotional care. Because finances are often involved, it’s no surprise that a recent Fidelity study found that caregiving leads to financial stress — 62% of caregivers said they sometimes feel overwhelmed by this stress. And women caregivers tend to feel greater financial stress than their male counterparts — 65% of women report feeling stressed versus 54% of men....

Although 90% of Americans believe that owning a home is part of the American dream, many no longer believe it’s an essential part of life, a recent IPX1031 survey found. Only 33% of Americans believe owning a home is a necessity; the other 67% say it is a lifestyle choice. By Gabrielle Olya Explore: Your Biggest Money Etiquette Questions AnsweredMore: Should You Still Buy a Home in Today’s Market? Buying a Home Doesn’t Make Sense for Everyone “While the old adage says that owning a home is the way to wealth, it does not fit everyone,” said Jay Zigmont, Ph....

Your social media scrolling could be having a major effect on your wallet. More than 1 in 3 Americans consider social media “very influential” on their spending habits, with 59% reporting that influencer posts have influenced them to make a purchase from social media, a recent Point survey found. By Gabrielle Olya “I have talked to people who admit that because they spend so much time on social media, it’s easy to fall into the routine of making purchases there,” said Molly Ward, an advisor with Equitable Advisors....

Kentucky SNAP sends low-income households monthly benefits to help supplement their food budgets. SNAP is administered by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services Division of Family Support (DCBS), and your household’s SNAP benefits will be deposited monthly into a SNAP account that is linked to your EBT card. By Josephine Nesbit Discover: 11 Things You Should Never Buy at Walmart More: 7 Things Every Woman Should Know About Social Security...

After flaming out in 2019 and declaring bankruptcy in 2020, MoviePass has announced it is returning in September with a retooled format that will include tiered subscriptions and a digital credit system. By David Nadelle See: 5 Affordable Places To Retire Near the BeachFind: 9 Bills You Should Never Put on Autopay According to Business Insider, MoviePass 2.0 will return in beta form on Labor Day. There will be waitlist registration starting Aug 25 at 9 a....

While cannabis businesses are becoming more mainstream, thanks to evolving regulations across the U.S., “the industry is hurting” and only 42% of respondents are turning a profit, according to a new report. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy See: How Rich is Snoop Dogg As He Prepares for the Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show? Find: As Cannabis Is Linked to COVID Prevention, How Can You Invest in the Windfall? The new U.S. Cannabis Business Conditions Survey Report, released by consulting firm Whitney Economics, shows how cannabis industry operators are viewing the success of the cannabis industry and what factors are limiting their growth....

In April, President Joe Biden introduced his proposed American Families Plan as “an investment in our kids, our families and our economic future.” According to Biden and the White House, the proposal is meant to grow the middle class through a number of measures that include adding at least four years of free education, providing direct support to families to help them pay for child care, establishing a national comprehensive paid family and medical leave program, expanding nutrition assistance and extending tax cuts for families....

If you’ve shopped at a small online business, you’ve probably used Shopify. If you have a small online business, it’s likely you’ve used Shopify to market your business, process payments and manage your cash flow. Millions of businesses use the e-commerce platform worldwide. By Karen Doyle Why Shopify Shares Split When Shopify Shares Split Price Before the Split Buy, Sell or Hold Future Outlook What Investors Should Consider Looking To Diversify in a Bear Market?...

What, exactly, should Americans be doing with their money right now? By Heather Taylor More than halfway through 2022, the general consensus is to save as much money as possible. Saving is the primary strategy for fighting the current high inflationary period and ensuring a comfortable financial future with a robust retirement fund. See Our List: 100 Most Influential Money ExpertsFind Out: The Minimum Salary You Need To Be Happy in Every State...