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Plan For Retirement Beyond Your Go-Go Years
If you’re approaching retirement or have recently retired, it’s only natural that you’re looking forward to your newfound freedom. You might be planning to travel,…
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Delta, American Express up card fees and add more perks
Cardholders of American Express and Delta’s six co-branded credit cards will receive new benefits and increased annual fees in changes…
I’m leaving Seattle for a job and better weather. Rental income won’t cover the 1.9% mortgage on our home. Should I sell?
We need to relocate from Seattle for a variety of reasons — work, disliking our neighborhood, desire for better weather,…
4 Tips For Budgeting In Retirement
How much money should you expect to spend in retirement? That’s an important question to answer as you’re planning for…
Today’s mortgage rates rise for 30-year terms | January 24
Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as "Credible" below, is to give you the…
When can I file my 2023 income taxes with the IRS? What is the new standard deduction and child tax credit?
When can I file my income taxes for 2024? While we’re at it, what are the income tax brackets this…
Life Expectancy After Retirement–Here’s What To Expect
How long can retirees expect to live in retirement? It’s an important question that’s often misunderstood. Surprisingly, most people underestimate…
Today’s mortgage rates hold steady for 30-year terms | January 25
Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as "Credible" below, is to give you the…
New student loan laws can help borrowers manage better in 2024
The student loan battle rages on as we enter 2024, with key laws going into effect to help borrowers manage…
Many consumers carrying a credit balance know it’s a bad idea: survey
Americans know that carrying a credit card balance is a bad idea, but 45% typically do so anyway, a recent…
Love and money: Big chunk of US couples admit to fighting about finances
With Valentine's Day approaching and tax season underway, both love and money are in the air. Although most couples claim…
This Appalachian region is boosting its economy by paying remote workers to move there
People across a multitude of industries and professions have taken advantage of the rapidly evolving landscape of remote work around…
The Reason Your Budget Always Fails? Don’t Forget The Phantom Month
This piece is written in collaboration with a colleague of mine, Amir Noor, CFP®, director of financial planning at United…
Mortgage rates climb, adding to affordability woes
Mortgage rates are up again after taking a slight dip last week, remaining in the mid-6% range. Although rates have…
Private student loan interest rates plummet for 5-and 10-year loans
Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as "Credible" below, is to give you the…
The top 3 AI myths when it comes to hiring
Even before the meteoric rise of artificial intelligence over the past year, AI had been playing part in the hiring…
Shocking Reality: An Elder’s Severe Self-Neglect
Daughter is in her late 50s, with a difficult mother who is in her mid 80s. Daughter’s mother, V, has…
Today’s mortgage rates hold steady for 30-year terms | January 26
Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as "Credible" below, is to give you the…
Inflation broke Americans’ holiday budget – here’s how long it will take to pay off debt
Most Americans are experiencing a holiday spending hangover that could take months to recover from, a recent survey said. Seventy-four…