Personal Finance
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How could a government shutdown affect you financially?
The Explainer The status of various food, housing, and loan programs may become uncertain if the government shuts down
By Becca Stanek Published
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What to know when filing a hurricane insurance claim
The Explainer A step-by-step to figure out what insurance will cover and what else you can do beyond filing a claim
By Becca Stanek Published
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How fees impact your investment portfolio — and how to save on them
The Explainer Even seemingly small fees can take a big bite out of returns
By Becca Stanek Published
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Making the most of your credit card rewards: 4 strategies to try
If you can wrap your head around the confusing world of credit card rewards, you can score major benefits.
By Becca Stanek Published
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5 tips to navigate the high costs of child care
A few tweaks could offer some much-needed financial relief
By Becca Stanek Published
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4 ways to save on your prescriptions
A little flexibility can go a long way toward saving you money at the pharmacy
By Becca Stanek Published
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How to get a start on your New Year's financial goals
feature Now is the time to review your budget, savings, investments, credit score and debt
By Becca Stanek Published
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What's the pink tax and how much does it cost women?
feature The extra charge on women's products can significantly impact how much women ultimately pay for products marketed toward them
By Becca Stanek Published
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Is it worth upgrading your phone? When to splurge and how to save.
feature If you're stretching your finances thin to get a new phone, you might want to think again
By Becca Stanek Published
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Who really needs a financial adviser?
feature There are certain major life events when it's recommended to seek advice from a financial professional
By Becca Stanek Published
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3 ways to tackle your credit card balance
feature You can try the debt avalanche or debt snowball method, consolidate your debt, and negotiate with your creditors
By Becca Stanek Published
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When does it make sense to borrow against your home's equity?
feature Consider what you plan to do with the money and whether that will benefit you financially in the long run
By Becca Stanek Published
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Are American consumers facing a credit crisis?
Today's Big Question U.S. credit card debt has risen above $1 trillion. Can we afford it?
By Joel Mathis Published
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5 surprising financial habits you may want to reconsider
feature There are practices you may have introduced into your life with the best intentions that aren't doing as much good for your bottom line as you may have thought
By Becca Stanek Published
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