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03.02.20

How much a wedding really costs

Turns out that you can put a price tag on “I do.” And it’s a steep one — at least according to The Knot’s 2018 Real Weddings Study. The national average cost of a wedding in the U.S. is
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02.24.20

Six steps to protect yourself from identity theft

The odds of having your identity stolen are staggering. According to research conducted by Javelin Strategy & Research, nearly 7 percent of U.S. adults became victims of identity theft in 2017 — around one in every 15 people.
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02.11.20

An estate tax story

When Anna Smith died in 1991, some 28 years ago, her estate’s main asset was a trust that she had created. The trust held 9,994 shares of stock in State Line Hotel, Inc., a Las Vegas hotel and casino, valued at $11,508,400.

01.31.20

The Big Game Predictor, go 49ers?

It may sound as unbelievable as Punxsutawney Phil predicting an early spring, but the outcome of the Super Bowl forecasts the stock market’s direction for the year ahead.
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01.21.20

Careful - that stock might not be what you think it is

A new study suggests “investor confusion” may be responsible for about 5 percent of trading. The confusion comes from ticker symbols that are very similar, leading to execution errors.
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01.08.20

How to negotiate a higher salary

You’ve interviewed for a new job, and now it’s time to talk money. While it may seem daunting, negotiating salary is a pivotal step in the interview process. It’s your chance to get the pay you deserve and set your financial trajectory for years to come.
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01.01.20

What Your Credit Score Really Means

Ever wonder how important your credit score is? Well, that three-digit number has a lot of power. It can make or break your ability to receive a loan, a credit card, affordable car insurance and even rent an apartment.
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12.20.19

The Ins and Outs of a Cash-out Refinance

Maybe you want to renovate your bathroom or pay down some high-interest debt but you’re having trouble building up the amount of money you need to make it happen.
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12.11.19

Don’t Get Duped: How to Avoid Charity Fraud

Americans are generous. Collectively, they gave a record $427.71 billion to U.S. charities in 2018, but those charitable instincts are increasingly being exploited by scam groups masquerading as legitimate philanthropic organizations.
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12.05.19

‘Tis the season to plan ahead

‘Tis the expensive season — the holiday season, that is. Between travel, food and gifts, your account balance can drop faster than Santa down the chimney.
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11.08.19

Don’t let love blind you: avoid the online romance scam

You’ve met the perfect match online. The dating app messages quickly lead to texts, then phone calls. Shortly thereafter, your new love arranges plans to meet in person. He asks you to send money to cover his travel expenses.
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10.28.19

Is it time to break up with your bank?

Breakups can be hard, but let’s face it: Sometimes they’re necessary. If your bank isn’t making you happy, it may be time to start thinking about taking your money elsewhere.
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08.22.19

Three budget-friendly vacation ideas

Ah, summer. The season of warm weather, long hours of daylight and of course, vacations that drain our pocketbooks. But what if there’s nothing in those pocketbooks to begin with?
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07.12.19

Pass it on: Make sure your hard-earned money is left to the right people

Building up your savings takes years of hard work. And at some point, you’ll want to make sure your hard-earned money is passed on safely to your children and grandchildren.
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07.12.19

A guide to federal tax exemption changes

A temporary provision of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, substantially lowering the tax cost of transferring wealth, will sunset in seven years. And those who take advantage ...
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