Personal Finance
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18 Ways to Go Broke Trying to Get Rich
There were more than 140,000 individuals with net assets of at least $50 million in the U.S. in 2021, according to Business Insider, and who doesn’t want to join their ranks? But most of the truly rich got that way through…
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9 Ridiculous Double Standards Between Rich and Poor People
The very existence of double standards being played out in society can drive one to the brink of insanity. Shopping at thrift stores? It’s either trendy if you’ve got time to sift for the perfect sweater to post to your…
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You Can Now Buy Gold Bars at Costco — But Is It a Good Idea?
Never to be outdone by other retailers, Costco began selling gold bars in September 2023. But there are a few caveats: For starters, you typically can’t snag these bad boys while grocery shopping in-store as the gold bars are mainly…
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You Won’t Believe How Much These Collectibles Fetched at Auction
Collectors pay shockingly high prices for rare versions of otherwise common things. This can range from coins and stamps to bobblehead dolls and Beanie Babies, and they can sell for impressive amounts. Related: Sorry, but These ‘Collectibles’ Are Actually Worthless Clutter…
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7 Reasons You Should Discuss Your Salary With Coworkers
Talking about money can be an uncomfortable, or even taboo topic — especially when it comes to salaries. Some employers may even openly discourage workers from discussing and comparing how much they make to control salary negotiations and prevent potential discord in…
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People and Businesses That Barely Survived 2023
Life loves to throw curveballs. Sometimes those unexpected twists and turns can end up being life-defining, career-ruining, business-crushing moments that require hitting the reset button. We’ll take a closer look at some of the most notable businesses and people that…
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6 Things That Are Actually Going Down In Price
You’re not alone if you find yourself starting far too many conversations nowadays by complaining about how expensive things have become. It’s truly spiraled out of control, and things don’t…
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Costco Products That Superfans Quit Buying Thanks to Inflation
Costco superfans on the r/Costco Reddit forum are loyal to the warehouse club giant, but they also hold no punches if they feel like they’re getting ripped off. In one…
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Yes, Gen Z is Learning Financial Literacy (At Least in These States)
Teenagers aren’t exactly known for their financial literacy and fiscal responsibility. But many U.S. states are trying to change that by making Gen Z the most money-savvy generation to graduate…
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16 Cases Where a Credit Card Beats Cash
Amassing credit card debt under exorbitant interest rates can spell financial doom. But there are times it makes sense to use that little piece of plastic. For some consumers, maximizing…
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6 Holiday Ripoffs That Would Turn Clark Griswold into Scrooge
Nothing gets us in the Christmas spirit quite like getting ripped off or scammed — said no one ever. As disheartening as it may be, even something as pure and jolly…
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6 Christmas Gifts You Should Never Buy Last Minute
Listen, we are all human. We are all busy. We have things to do, places to be, yadda yadda. Everyone has had some last-minute scrambles to face around the holidays,…
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Horrendous And Inexcusable Holiday Bonuses People Received
There are unfortunately some truly maniacal bosses out there that will not only even consider giving employees entirely justifiable and well-earned bonuses, but there are some bosses that will seemingly…
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Pettiest Stunts People Pulled To Save An Extra Buck
If you’ve ever been in a financial rut, struggling to make ends meet, then you’ll likely be unfortunately intimate with the anxiety and overriding despair that can follow you around…
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The Best Restaurant Gift Cards With ‘Buy One Get One Free’ Deals
Nothing speaks to the spirit of mindful holiday gift-giving like this list of the best gift card deals where you get a gift back for yourself. Times are tough out…
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10 Things You Should Never Buy New
Now that the market for gently used goods is immense, spanning from online shops to mom and pop thrift stores, there’s little reason not to buy used goods. Buying things…
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Dollar Tree Shopper Frozen In Her Tracks Over Native Body Wash Dupes for $1.25
It’s not every day that you find yourself browsing the various equally enticing and economically agreeable aisles of your local Dollar Tree store, only to go on to make the…
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Things That Are Absolutely, Unfairly Expensive These Days
With inflation comes the unfortunate inevitability of a world where the cost of living itself just continues to climb. Taking field trips to the grocery store, or even trying to…
