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8 Ways Middle-Class People Become Poor in Retirement

After working for most of your adult life, the last thing you want to do is stress about your finances and paying hefty bills in your golden years. You want to enjoy your retirement after committing...

2024-02-29T14:22:25Z

8 Things the Rich Spend Money on That Poor and Middle Class People Don’t

According to the 2022 Schwab Modern Wealth Survey, Americans consider people with net worths of around $2.2 million to be wealthy and those with net worths of $774,000 to be financially comfortable....

2023-11-10T20:22:54Z

Experts: 7 Tips for Creating a Summertime Budget You’ll Actually Stick To

According to a recent study conducted by GOBankingRates, 58% of Americans plan to stick to a budget this summer to save money. With children out of school and parents looking for things to do, it's...

2024-05-19T13:26:14Z

10 Bad Money Habits You Learn From Growing Up Poor

Growing up poor often means adopting certain habits that can stick with you into adulthood, even after your financial situation improves. Read Next: Nearly Half of Americans Struggle To Pay Their...

2024-05-19T17:11:45Z

Amazon CEO: An 'embarrassing' amount of your success depends on this one skill

Jassy, who took the top job at Amazon after Jeff Bezos stepped down in 2021, shared his “best career advice” in an interview with LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky.

2024-05-19T14:01:30Z

TikTok’s Humphrey Yang: 5 Money Skills School Didn’t Teach You

Many of us navigate our financial lives without the guidance and skills we truly need. Unfortunately, traditional education often misses out on teaching critical money management skills that can set...

2024-05-19T15:26:40Z

4 Sneaky Car Dealership Scams That Will Be Illegal in 2024

Buying a car can feel like walking through a minefield of shady sales tactics. Some deceitful dealerships have long employed a bag of tricks to nickel-and-dime consumers out of their hard-earned cash....

2024-03-30T14:16:22Z

7 Ways People Destroy the Value of Their Homes, According to a Real Estate Agent

Josh Dotoli founded Dotoli Group in 2013, and the Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based real estate firm now consistently ranks among the top 1% for sales production nationwide. With over 100 transactions...

2023-10-15T13:02:46Z

I’m a Financial Planner: Here’s What the Middle-Class Trap Is and How You Can Avoid It

For many Americans, being middle class is a mixed bag. On one hand, you have a reasonably comfortable lifestyle and standard of living. You likely have a decent job, can afford life's basic...

2024-05-19T15:26:25Z

What Is a Roth 401(k)?

A Roth 401(k) allows you to contribute money toward your retirement with protection from tax rate increases in the future. See if this plan makes sense for you.

2024-05-19T14:26:16Z

From $35,000 to $446,000: What it cost to renovate a $1 home in Italy

Buying a home in the Italian countryside for cheap comes with a catch — in one case, to the tune of of nearly half a million dollars.

2024-05-19T13:11:29Z

Home Renovations: Add These 3 Rooms to Your Home to Improve Resale Value

When planning home renovations to boost resale value, it's important to consider which additions will appeal most to future buyers and provide the best return on investment. While many homeowners...

2024-05-19T15:26:43Z

Could You Possess a ‘Bugs Bunny’ Franklin Half Dollar Worth $5,000? Here’s What To Look For

Benjamin Franklin was a man of many professions and talents -- tradesman, publisher, writer, artist, scientist, inventor, political revolutionary, statesman. Bugs Bunny, on the other hand, is a lazy...

2023-12-21T16:29:19Z

6 Most Expensive Things the Rich Buy for Their Kids

When you're a rich kid, your idea of a casual gift is going to be a lot different than the average kid. In fact, most of the general public will probably never get some of the lavish gifts super-rich...

2024-05-19T16:26:36Z

10 Things You Should Do When Your Child’s 529 Account Reaches $20,000

Reaching a milestone of $20,000 in your child's 529 college savings plan is a significant achievement. This accomplishment opens up new opportunities and strategic decisions to ensure the funds are...

2024-05-19T14:26:17Z

Trade and investment key to bolstering Malaysia-China relations

This year as Malaysia and China commemorate 50 years of diplomatic relations, enhanced collaboration, and cooperation between the two nations will prove beneficial. The potential for the strengthening of bilateral relations is most recently demonstrated by the numerous commercial agreements and memorandums of understanding (MOUs) worth billions of ringgit that both countries inked. The history between the two goes back 600 years when China’s...

2024-05-19T16:00:36Z

I’m a Millennial Millionaire: Here’s What People Get Wrong About My Generation and Money

Millennials can be a punching bag when it comes to jokes about money. The tired trope of millennials eating too much avocado toast to afford a home shows no signs of slowing down. However, some...

2024-05-19T16:26:33Z

Social Security's 'biggest myth' leads people to claim early, expert says. Even a slight delay can boost retirement income

Fears about Social Security's future shouldn't be the primary reason for claiming retirement benefits at 62, experts say.

2024-05-19T13:01:28Z

The Average Credit Score in Each State — See Where Your State Ranks

Between trying to secure loans, getting better interest rates on credit cards or just generally paying off your credit card balance with on-time payments, your credit report could be all over the...

2024-05-06T20:41:04Z

I’m a Bank Teller: Here Are 10 Mistakes You Are Making With Your Banking

With most people living busy lives, juggling work, family and social obligations, things like banking are probably not top of mind. Check Out: The Best Banks of 2024More: Use This Checklist...

2024-01-18T12:26:51Z

What Is the Average Income for Working at a Tech Company in 2024?

The tech industry remains a bastion of high-earning potential, offering a broad spectrum of job opportunities that promise generous remuneration alongside innovative work environments. As we continue...

2024-05-19T15:26:40Z

5 Used Cars You Shouldn’t Buy

Buying a used car can be a savvy move if you want a reliable vehicle at an affordable price. However, there are some used cars that aren't great investments. Purchasing some of these cars means you...

2023-08-01T19:00:11Z

Financial Planners: All the Things That Happen When You Fail To Save for Retirement

Retirement -- is it a destination that's just on the horizon, or does it feel like it's decades away? Either way, it's important to make sure that you have enough savings in place, some passive income...

2024-05-19T16:26:37Z

7 Things You Shouldn’t Buy at Sam’s Club While on a Retirement Budget

For budget-conscious retirees, a Sam's Club membership can be a significant source of savings. The retail warehouse, Walmart's brainchild over 40 years ago, offers various products, from...

2024-05-02T19:11:57Z

100 Small Cities Where the Homes Are Worth $1 Million or More

Not so long ago, $1 million seemed like an astonishing home value, something that most Americans could never dream of paying without ridiculously high salaries. Find Out: Here's When To Buy a New...

2024-05-07T21:15:23Z

The Salary That Singles Need To Live Comfortably in 100 Major US Cities

A comfortable living may look different for everyone, but it typically means you can cover your basic expenditures and still have enough money for leisure, savings and even investing...

2024-04-30T11:16:32Z

Social Security Pays Nearly $5K a Month to the Rich: 4 Ways To Increase Your Future Benefit

If you're a Social Security recipient, you will see some benefit increases in 2024. Social Security benefits are set to go up 3.2% this year, bringing the average benefit amount to $1,907. Why? The...

2024-05-19T18:11:57Z

5 Frugal Habits of Robert Kiyosaki

According to data from the Federal Reserve of St. Louis, Americans saved only 3.6% of their disposable income for the month of February. This is down from the 5.4% amount a decade ago and much lower...

2024-05-19T13:26:16Z

5 Frugal Habits of Grant Cardone

Grant Cardone wears a few hats. He's a best-selling author, a real estate investor and an equity fund manager. Cardone is also a passionate speaker, delivering motivational advice and insight for...

2024-05-19T19:26:59Z

Making solar adoption more attractive via SolaRIS

GSPARX has noticed increased interest from customers to install rooftop solar photovoltaic in their premises to better manage their energy consumption For more than a decade, the Malaysian government has been pushing commercial and residential properties to adopt renewable energy (RE) options such as solar power. The Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) Malaysia was also set up in 2011 to help facilitate this mission. Today, while...

2024-05-19T16:00:34Z

Best Brokerage Accounts and Trading Platforms for Beginners in May 2024

Struggling to decide which broker you should invest with? Make an informed decision using this guide to the Best Online Stockbrokers for Beginners 2019-2020.

2024-05-19T18:12:05Z

Why Billionaire Larry Fink Called Retiring at 65 ‘Crazy’ — and Why You Should Be Concerned

Although Americans can file for Social Security retirement benefits as early as age 62 and most current workers won't reach full retirement age until 67, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink locked in on age 65...

2024-03-29T11:28:29Z

How Does Gen Z’s Wealth Now Compare To Baby Boomers in Their 20s?

The economic landscape looks very different for today's young adults of Generation Z compared to the baby boomer generation when they were in their 20s. With stagnant wages, soaring costs of living...

2024-05-19T14:26:16Z

Rachel Cruze: Why You Should Only Get a 15-Year, Fixed-Rate Mortgage

Buying a home, especially if it's your first home, can be an exhilarating, intense and, at times, confusing process. You're practically bombarded with questions to answer and decisions to make to...

2024-05-19T14:26:16Z

10 Places To Travel That Are Like Popular European Spots but Way Cheaper

Europe is renowned for its cultural richness, historical landmarks and picturesque landscapes, but it often comes with a hefty price tag. Fortunately, if you are looking into cheap trips, there are...

2024-05-19T15:10:10Z

Are Annuities Taxable?

Annuities offer some tax benefits--namely that growth within your annuity is tax deferred until you begin receiving payouts in retirement. And annuities can also be placed in retirement accounts to...

2024-05-19T19:27:07Z

Banks vs. Credit Unions: Which One Is Better for You?

If you're looking for a new banking solution, you may be considering credit unions versus banks. But what's the difference? The primary difference between the two is that banks operate as...

2023-05-01T20:25:46Z

7 Pantry Items To Buy at Aldi To Save Money

Aldi is the kind of retailer that builds a dedicated following because they offer consistently low prices, a reliable selection (though not necessarily the widest selection) and people can stretch...

2024-05-19T18:11:52Z

5 Ways Your Income Can Help Your Credit Score

As your income increases, you can improve other aspects of your financial life to help you build wealth. One area where a higher income can help you is your credit score. Even though your income isn't...

2024-05-19T13:26:16Z

40 Cheap Upgrades That Will Make Your Car Feel Like a Luxury Vehicle

There are quite a few ways you can make your car look more expensive than it really is for less than $100 — sometimes for even less than $20.

2021-11-17T19:55:55Z

10 Free Upgrades and Perks Airlines Won’t Tell You About

If you're planning a summer getaway by plane, you may be feeling pretty bummed out by just how expensive flights are. Airline ticket prices were outpacing inflation at one point as they shot...

2022-06-15T21:01:40Z

8 Things You Shouldn’t Buy at Target While on a Retirement Budget

Target's "Expect More. Pay Less" brand promise is just part of what makes it such an attractive place to shop. But the store also has a decent selection of quality items ranging from household...

2024-05-19T18:11:58Z

Is Refinancing to a Shorter Term Right for Your Private Student Loans?

Refinancing your private student loans to a shorter term can be an attractive option, but it's essential to understand the implications before making a decision. Find Out: You Can Get These 3 Debts...

2024-05-19T17:11:45Z

5 Expensive Cars That Leave Owners the Least Satisfied

Do you have that one friend or family member who seems to always complain about their car - or maybe you're that person? Perhaps the car or SUV didn't live up to the hype and left...

2024-05-19T12:10:48Z

How Big Is the Average Social Security Check of a Lower-Class Retiree?

Income gaps that exist in the working world continue once you start collecting Social Security retirement benefits, although on a smaller scale. Benefits are based on the amount of money you earn...

2024-04-17T17:19:57Z

Hidden Costs of DIY Projects: 7 Ways to Tackle Home Repairs and Renovations Without Wasting Your Money

DIY projects can seem like a budget-friendly way to improve your home, but they often come with hidden costs that can quickly add up. To ensure that your home repairs and renovations don't drain your...

2024-05-19T14:26:16Z

5 Ways to Turn Your Car Into a Passive Income Source

Your car can be more than just a mode of transportation; it can also be a source of passive income. With the right strategies, you can leverage your vehicle to generate extra cash without significant...

2024-05-19T19:27:08Z

4 Ways Baby Boomers Become ‘House Poor’ in Retirement

There are approximately 72 million baby boomers alive in the United States, as of 2019. Many of those boomers are currently "house poor," meaning they've bought a home that prohibits them from...

2024-05-19T17:11:51Z

Keep up to date over the summer break!

The 2023-24 Premier League season might be drawing to a close, but BBC Sport's dedicated coverage of Wolves will be sticking around for the summer. From transfer gossip to club news to fan views - we have got you covered. So make sure you don't miss anything by following your club and signing up to notifications straight to your devices. After that...

2024-05-19T16:07:32Z

4 Best Ways To Buy a Car If You Live Only on Social Security

According to the SSA, the average Social Security payment is $1,770.71 monthly. The program never intended these benefits to provide a retiree's full income, but for many older Americans, Social...

2024-03-05T12:02:45Z