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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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This week’s personal loan rates rise for 3-year loans and drop for 5-year loans
Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as "Credible" below, is to give you the…
Opinion: Women are getting more leadership roles, but their bosses often are way behind
“I’d never tell my manager that I’m miserable, burning out, feeling undervalued and exploring options outside the firm. I’d look…
6 IRA Moves To Take During 2024
Too many people wait until near the end of the year to consider key IRA actions and strategies. Your after-tax…
Mortgage rates fall to lowest level since May 2023
Mortgage rates dropped this week to their lowest level in eight months in a welcome occurrence for potential homebuyers who…
Bilt Rewards announces $200M equity investment, raising valuation to $3.1 billion
Bilt Rewards, a company that allows Americans to be rewarded for paying their rent, announced a $200 million equity investment…
Most Americans cannot afford a $1K emergency expense
A majority of Americans say a $1,000 emergency expense would be too great of a hit to their savings and…
Costco is the latest company to crack down on membership sharing. Is the freeloading era coming to a close?
Is the freeloading era finally coming to a close? That’s what some are asking in light of the news that…
Income Tax On Social Security Benefits
As we approach April 15, let’s discuss the federal taxation of your Social Security benefits. The Social Security Administration estimates…
Today’s mortgage rates climb for 30-year terms
Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as "Credible" below, is to give you the…
‘Loud budgeting’ goes viral: What to know about this hot money trend
A few years ago, social media was the place for young people to share their monetary accomplishments by posting the…
A rude awakening: Lack of financial literacy hurts the young. What about older people?
We often hear how teens and young adults lack financial literacy. They may not understand investment concepts such as the…
Trump Vows To ‘Always Protect Social Security’—But What Does He Mean?
Former President Trump is blasting GOP primary rival Nikki Haley for wanting to restore Social Security solvency by increasing the…
Today’s mortgage rates hold steady for 30-year terms | January 22
Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as "Credible" below, is to give you the…
Renting a three-bedroom home is cheaper than owning one in 90% of the U.S., report says
In the vast majority of U.S. real-estate markets, renting is still cheaper than owning, according to a new report from…
Emotions, Ego, & Envy: Avoid Financial Failures With “Clear Thinking”
One of the best books of 2023—and one sure to land on my list of Advisor Resources for Financial LIFE…
Biden just shortened the timeline to student loan forgiveness for these borrowers
President Joe Biden announced last week that he is shortening the timeline to provide forgiveness for some student loan borrowers enrolled in…
Forget tequila and mezcal. Bacanora is now the Mexican spirit you should be drinking.
The bottles Kilinga Bacanora, $56.99-$73.99The back story It’s no secret that Americans love their tequila and mezcal. Annual sales of…
How To Deal With Aging Parents Who Refuse Help With Finances
Trying to get financial control can be a highly frustrating problem for adult children. They have been appointed as agent…