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What a Comfortable Retirement Will Cost You in America’s Richest Small Towns

You might imagine that retiring to a small town would help you enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle while enjoying a less expensive way of life than you'd find in the big city. However, if you settle in one...

By Laura Bogart | Apr 19, 2024 | 10 min Read

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100 Simple Money Mistakes That Are Holding You Back

Even the most diligent people can make little money mistakes every day that hold them back in a big way over time. From saving and investing to insurance and credit cards, it can be hard to sidestep...

Owe Money to the IRS? Most People Don’t Realize You Can Do This — Today

Are you eligible for the IRS Fresh Start program? Could you settle your debt for less than you currently owe?

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I Retired in My 70s: Here’s My Monthly Budget

Much of the conversation around retirement and financial planning involves making sure you're financially ready to take the big plunge out of the workforce and into the open seas of life as a retiree....

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How Many Checking Accounts Should You Have?

If you are trying to stay on a budget, you may have heard about the benefits of having multiple checking accounts. But how many checking accounts should you have? While you can open as many accounts...

Banking

32 Best Banks for Early Direct Deposit

Direct deposit is a convenient way to receive your paycheck without requiring a paper check or a bank trip. Most banks offer direct deposit as a standard feature in their checking accounts. Some banks...

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Huntington Bank Promotions of April 2024

Huntington Bank is a full-service bank based in Columbus, Ohio, and serves customers in its home state as well as Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, West...

Taxes

Trump Era Tax Cuts Are Expiring: 4 Ways Your Household Budget Will Take a Hit

Inflation has hit us hard and we've all felt the financial pinch. However, recently enacted tax laws and the expiration of existing rules will likely increase taxes. Learn More: This Is the One Type...

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Just Filed Taxes? Here Are 7 Tips From Tax Experts on What NOT To Do Next Year

With Tax Day now in the rearview mirror for most Americans, you may think you can let off the accelerator and start to coast. However, if you want to make the next tax filing season easier on...

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States With the Highest Property Taxes

In certain states, homes can be cheap, property tax rates are less than half of 1% and the average property tax payment is just a few hundred bucks per year. In the most expensive states, however,...