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More people trying 'no-buy year' trend to save thousands of dollars
A Tiktok trend is encouraging people to save more money. It’s called the ‘no-buy year.’ The rules are simple. Make a list of the non-essential items…
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What is Delta Air Lines’ SkyMiles loyalty program? Earn miles on your next flight
Delta Air Lines, a major global airline based in Atlanta, Georgia, offers the SkyMiles® loyalty program. Through SkyMiles, members accumulate…
How to make the most of Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan rewards program
Alaska Airlines is known for its Mileage Plan, which won the title of NerdWallert's Best Airline Rewards Program for 2023…
Mississippi, Kansas, other top states where you can comfortably save money
Saving money should be a priority for Americans, no matter what age or financial state they’re in. The volatility of…
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…
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…
Crafting resilient financial goals for lasting success in 2024
Money-related New Year's resolutions are common because, often, many people want to improve their financial situation. Unfortunately, merely stating intentions…
Gen Z is worried they’ll never retire, but more save for retirement than any other generation
Generation Z faces an uncertain financial world, and they’re well aware they likely won’t have the same benefits as generations…
Employed to self-employed: How to successfully navigate the shift to working for yourself
Navigating the shift from employment to self-employment requires careful planning, dedication and a willingness to embrace the entrepreneurial spirit. By…
This is the best time to give money to your kids, according to ‘Die with Zero’ author Bill Perkins
When should you leave money to your kids? "Die with Zero" author and hedge fund manager Bill Perkins told Fox…
Revamp your finances: Smart financial new year’s resolutions for 2024
Many Americans set goals for the new year that involve getting in better shape or cutting out bad habits, but…
High cost of living making it difficult for most Americans to meet financials goals in the new year
As the cost of living continues its journey upward, consumers are finding this tough to deal with, according to a…
Gen X advised to ‘stop spending’ due to largest wealth gap of any generation
Numbers don’t lie – and according to a recently released report, Gen X has the largest retirement savings wealth gap…
Fidelity: 92% of savers to alter 2024 resolutions due to financial stress
A new report from Fidelity Investments found the vast majority of Americans who plan on making a financial resolution for…
Saving money: You should start planning for your kids as early as birth, but the dollar amount is debatable
As a general rule, when it comes to savings plans, the earlier you start the better. This holds true for…
5 financial books that aren’t filled with false promises, and will actually help you save money
There is a wide variety of books available to readers that promise to have you making or saving money in…
New IRS 401(k), IRA contribution limits a win if you need catching up
The IRS recently announced that the amount individuals can contribute to their 401(k) plans in 2024 has increased and catch-up…
Fed rate pause offers little relief to Americans buried in credit card debt
Even though the Federal Reserve put a break on interest rate hikes in September, inflation remains stubbornly high and it…
Many Americans feel stuck in their finances and struggle to build savings: survey
Two years of living under high inflation has many Americans feeling stuck when it comes to making financial progress, according…