Personal Finance
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18 Things Boomers Need to Stop Saying to Millennials About Money
Advice is usually offered with good intentions, but times change, and it can become outdated. As a millennial, I have heard plenty of tips from baby boomers that are either no longer relevant or border on scolding rather than friendly…
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Stop Doing These 10 Things If You’re Trying to Save Money
We all love saving money, but let’s be honest. Some spending habits drain our wallets without us even realizing it because those “a dollar here, a dollar there” purchases tend to add up invisibly. Here are 10 money-wasting habits that…
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10 Reasons Why “Looking Poor” Is the Key to Wealth
It happens all too frequently — lifestyle creep and the hedonic treadmill snowball until you’re only happy with the most expensive clothing, the flashiest cars, and other outward signifiers of success. It’s easy to justify these flashy items when you…
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The Best (and Worst) States for Income Tax
For most people, getting their first paycheck is a watershed moment. It represents your first foray into adulthood, even if you’re still a teenager. And most of the time, there’s a sense of disappointment when you finally see your paycheck…
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Before You Order Valentine’s Day Flowers, Consider These 8 Mistakes
Valentine’s Day is the busiest holiday for florists. Thirty percent of a shop’s annual transactions are made during the holiday, according to the Society of American Florists. With so many people buying flowers for their loved ones, there’s bound to…
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17 Easy DIY Projects That Save Real Money
It’s no secret that it’s always easier to “just call somebody,” but for many home maintenance issues, it may be cheaper to do it yourself. While there are certainly some more complicated repairs and tasks best left to the pros,…
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10 Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Your 60s
You’re in your 60s, you’ve worked hard, saved, and planned for the future. And while you don’t have to keep pounding the pavement, you still have to manage your finances…
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12 Minimalist Habits That Can Actually Save You Money
Minimalism has seen a major rise in popularity over the years — from “The Minimalists” documentary and podcast to Marie Kondo’s “The Life-changing Magic of Tidying Up,” it has never…
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7 Things You Should Never Do on New Year’s Eve
Who wants to start the new year off right? Show of hands! Everyone, right? Heading into 2025, there are some simple ways to make sure your 2025 sails smoothly right…
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12 Free Library Perks You Didn’t Know About
You probably think all you can do with your library card is check out free books or movies. But your library card is actually a ticket to a lot of…
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Furniture and Home Decor You Should Never Buy New
Shopping for new furniture or decor for your home? Sometimes it’s better to shop secondhand rather than new. Used items can cost less and add an interesting decor element to…
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Credit Card ‘Swipe’ Fees Could Cost Shoppers Over $20 Billion This Holiday Season
If shopping for the holidays seems more expensive this year, blame credit card “swipe fees.” This is what credit card companies charge stores when you use credit cards — and…
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10 Clever Uses for an Empty Paper Towel Roll
Though things like paper towel rolls are easily disposed of, there are a surprising number of reasons to keep ‘em. Unsure why you’d ever do something like that? Here are…
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More Than Half of Shoppers Feel Pressured to Overspend for the Holidays, Survey Says
You’re not the only one feeling stressed out about holiday shopping. A survey by Talker Research found that 56% feel pressure to spend money during the holidays — whether or…
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15 Ways to Save on Christmas This Year
Every year, millions of Americans go all out for Christmas. And this year will likely be no different. In fact, almost one-third of consumers said they were still paying off…
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The 25 Best Affordable Places to Live in America
It doesn’t matter if you’re in the top 10 percent or working minimum wage, the cost-of-living crisis is hard to ignore. It’s only normal to think about how to cut…
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10 Best Part-Time Flexible Jobs for Seniors That Will Actually Make Money
With flexible hours and loads of independence, here are some of the most popular jobs in the gig economy that can be a great fit for seniors.
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11 Worst Side Hustles and 9 Better Options to Earn Extra Money
With high prices still an issue for the average consumer, more and more people are looking for ways to make money on the side. However, there is a big difference…
