Friday, 17 May 2024
Kate Rockwood iStock Smartphones have transformed the way we do so many things, from banking and shopping to getting directions and communicating. But even though the vast majority of us are walking around with powerful computers in our pockets, many government programs are still decidedly low-tech and time consuming. Until […]
Alaya Linton iStock Across the nation, many cities and towns are in a state of recovery — from urban centers hard-hit by the Great Recession to rural towns rebuilding after natural disasters. Residents and prospective homebuyers in and around recovering areas face a unique set of circumstances and challenges as […]
Rebecca Safier iStock With tuition costs higher than ever, some college grads are finding themselves with student loan balances of $100,000 or more. If you’re one of them, you might be feeling completely overwhelmed about tackling this mountain of debt. But there are ways to pay off this much without […]
Dori Zinn As you plan your retirement for life after work, you’ll face a multitude of choices. You might have a 401(k) through your job, for example, and if it matches contributions, you should take advantage of it. But if you don’t have that option or you want some extra […]
Melissa Wylie iStock Starting a new company or growing an existing business costs money, and you’ll probably need to borrow funds to help you along the way. Loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are among the most popular and desirable financing options for small business owners. SBA loans […]
Kate Ashford iStock If you’re a freelancer or you run your own business, odds are you’ve heard about SEP IRAs, which are individual retirement accounts for self-employed individuals and small-businesses owners. A simplified employee pension (SEP) IRA gives you the ability to save for retirement while lowering your taxable income. […]
Kate Rockwood iStock Sometimes life throws you a curveball, and your salary or savings aren’t enough to cover a big expense like home repairs, college tuition or medical costs. Maybe you want to consolidate your debt or start a small business, but you would have a hard time qualifying for […]
Louis DeNicola Debt isn’t just common in America — it’s the norm. According to Northwestern Mutual’s 2018 Planning and Progress Study, more than 75% of people are in debt. Those in debt owe over $38,000 on average, and that’s before you include a mortgage. Additionally, 20% of respondents said they […]
Anna Davies Cryptocurrencies captivate and confuse investing enthusiasts and financial pros alike. Are they a smart investment option that will eventually show major gains or a popped bubble? Could they ever be part of a traditional investment portfolio or will they always be an outlier? And how will the Internal […]
BenĂ©t J. Wilson Earning higher rewards in more spending categories and the chance to switch them monthly instead of quarterly are two new welcome benefits offered with the new Bank of America® Cash Rewards credit card. The card’s new rewards program, announced Dec. 10, will be available on Jan. 14, […]
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