Personal Finance

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What the Fed’s Rate Cut Means for You

The Federal Reserve just reduced interest rates for the first time in four years. Here’s how it will impact borrowers and savers

Homeowner’s Insurance Doesn’t Cover Everything

Watch out for these coverage gaps

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My Biggest Retirement Mistake: Not Retiring Sooner

This retiree regrets giving up time

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A Field Guide to Bear Markets

Find how to learn to live with them

Living On a Budget

How to Overcome 7 Inheritance Obstacles

These expert battle plans can help you avert disaster

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Save at the Grocery Store With These 25 Strategies

Food prices are still elevated, but there’s ways to save

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A Recession Survival Guide for Retirees

How to protect your nest egg in an economic downturn

Best Things to Buy in September 2024

Look for hot deals on laptops, air conditioners, barbecues and booze

These Retailers Won't Accept Paper Checks

Find out if your favorite store has stopped taking paper checks

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How to Save Money on Pets

Tips for safe and low-cost ways to care for dogs and cats

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Tipping 101: The New Rules of Tipping

Latest on when, and how much, to tip

Save on These Holiday Gifts at Warehouse Clubs

Buying in bulk can stretch your budget this holiday season

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Amazon Won't Let You Return These 13 Items

Before you purchase that gift, make sure you can return it.

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What Rite Aid’s Bankruptcy Means to You

The drugstore chain is shutting some but not all of its stores.

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How to Win the Dynamic Pricing Battle

Tips on tracking prices for the best deal

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Cheapest Groceries: Aldi, Walmart or Stop & Shop?

We shopped at Walmart, Aldi and Stop & Shop to find the best prices for your groceries.

Get Cash for Your Old Electronics at These Retailers

Have old electronics lying around? Several retailers will pay you for them.

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Drugstore Showdown: Which Is Cheapest, CVS, Walgreens or Rite Aid?

We filled a basket and totaled up the bill

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5 Places to Get a Deal on Your Haircut

These national chains will give you money off your haircut if you are 65+.

Saving & Investing

99 Great Ways to Save Money and Beyond

Celebrate saving with new and exclusive tips

Who Has the Cheapest Groceries: Aldi, Target or Walmart?

See if you are getting the best deal when you go grocery shopping at these retailers

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8 Ways to Protect Your Money in a Divorce

Steps to take when a longtime marriage ends

6 Ways to Save Like a 401(k) Millionaire

These tips can help you build the nest egg you need

Why Low-Cost Funds Fuel Nest Eggs

Here are some big savings for small (and large) investors

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10 Answers to Grandchildren About Money

What to do about grandkids’ college, cars and more

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Earn 5 percent returns while you sleep

Higher interest rates mean higher yields — where to grab them now

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How to Find the Best Bank for You

Branches? Apps? Mortgages? Make a list and check it twice

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Don't Forget to Talk Finances for a Second Marriage

Take your time, share information before wedding

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5 Low-Cost Financial Planning Tools

You may not need your own personal adviser for simple problems

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Why Buy Bonds Now?

Bonds were battered but are a bit better now

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How to Write a Will

Most people need a will: Here’s how to do it right

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Check Out These Pre-Pre-Pre-Holiday Sales

Amazon, Best Buy, Target and Walmart all offer big October sales

Make Your High CD Returns Last

It's a great time for savers

Your Money Videos

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Tips to Build an Emergency Fund

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Make Your Budget Fit Your Goals

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Managing Debt

Rising Rates Hit Reverse-Mortgage Payouts

Rising rates mean your piggy bank is lighter

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Going Back To College? Count the Cost

Here's how to estimate college costs

Rule to Limit Most Credit Card Late Fees

A new rule would cap most late fees at $8

7 Ways Gen Xers Can Beat Credit Card Debt

Now’s the time to get those balances down

6 Do’s and Don’ts to Win Credit Card Disputes

Get charges removed from your bill

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Your Phone Can Be a Credit Card, Too

You can also store loyalty cards, boarding passes and concert tickets

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Here’s Where To Apply For Student Loan Forgiveness

Apply by Dec. 31, 2023 to get up to $20,000 in student debt forgiven

Why Buy Bonds Now?

Bonds were battered but are a bit better now

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