Money
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This Spring Home Maintenance Checklist Could Save You Thousands
Spring brings more than just good weather. The end of winter’s deep freeze offers homeowners the chance to save potentially thousands of dollars by conducting a home inspection and making minor repairs where needed. Winter brutalizes several major household systems, and small…
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17 Ways to Benefit from Trump’s Tax Plan (Hint: Be Wealthy)
President Donald Trump’s tax plan was touted by his camp and the Republican Party as a series of cuts to individual and corporate tax rates that would boost investment and economic growth, making America “win again like never, ever before.”…
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10 Things Self-Employed Taxpayers Can Write Off for Savings
Tax time is here, and if you work for yourself, you can lower your tax bill by writing off a bunch of business-related expenses. When it comes to saving money and staying in the good graces of the Internal Revenue…
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Healthy Meal Prep Tips For a Busy Week
Finding the time to prepare healthy foods to eat throughout the week can be challenging, but with some thoughtful planning and helpful tricks you can easily prepare for the days ahead. Between juggling work, commuting, family time, exercise, and sleep,…
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What the New Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Means for Retirees
Many of the initial provisions in the GOP tax bill that were aimed specifically at retirement income were removed from the plan before it went to a final vote. But that doesn’t mean it’s time for retirees to breathe a…
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12 Things to Know About the Earned Income Tax Credit
Many low- and moderate-income households will get a significant tax refund this year because of the Earned Income Credit. The credit, which helps working individuals and families, can sometimes be confusing, but knowing the rules — which can change from…
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10 International Work Benefits Americans Wish They Had
Perks such as health care, retirement plans, paid vacation, and paid parental leave are benefits some U.S. employers offer to lure quality talent. In much of the world, though, workers…
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13 Smart Retirement Moves for Women
When it comes to preparing for retirement, women are faced with slightly different considerations than men as they have historically earned less while having a longer life expectancy. “This means…
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20 Reasons Not to Have a Wedding
Traditional weddings are overrated, fraught with anxiety, and often cost as much as a down payment on a new home. Save yourselves, and your guests, the hassle and expense and…
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18 Questions to Ask When Moving to a New City
Even if you’re moving somewhere with a low cost of living, relocating can be a stressful, daunting process. Making it even more nerve-wracking: Trying to pick the right spot to…
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21 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
Buying your first home is a high-pressure endeavor. The number of homes for sale in America has been steadily declining for years. According to Zillow, inventory has been on a…
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11 Reasons for Consumers to Beware of Big Banks
Bigger doesn’t always mean better, especially when it comes to choosing where to park your money. Big banks might dazzle customers with cutting-edge apps and ATM locations across the country,…
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Renounce and Save: How Much You Save Giving Up These 20 Things
The solemn observance of Lent is associated with several Christian denominations — but you don’t have to be religious to improve your life and spare your wallet by abstaining from…
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17 Need-to-Know Tips for Renting Out Your Place on Airbnb
If you have a room or second house to spare, you’re sitting on a potential gold mine. So just post a rental notice and watch the money flow in, right?…
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10 Best Paper Shredders
The seemingly never-ending flow of news about data breaches has prompted many consumers to change passwords and take other steps to protect their digital identities. But it’s worth remembering how…
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The Pros and Cons of the Top 6 P2P Payment Services
Whether you’re splitting a dinner check or reimbursing a buddy for concert tickets, P2P (peer to peer) lending apps let you easily transfer cash — and possibly save money doing…
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10 Hidden Costs of Cheating on Your Partner
Love may be free, but affairs rarely are. On top of the moral and ethical issues that come with cheating on your mate, the costs associated with secret affairs can…
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The 18 Stupidest Startup Ideas of the Past 10 Years
Scrappy new companies are always trying to make our lives a little bit easier. But sometimes the products or services they roll out are more head-scratcher than must-have. From odd…
