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  This index shows where you should buy a home, and where you’re better off renting

  See which markets are more likely to reward renting over buying, and vice-versa.

  2 min read Jun 03, 2021
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  Should you be worried about inflation? Here’s what the experts are saying

  Higher inflation is here, but the big question is whether it’s here to stay or not.

  7 min read May 27, 2021
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  Savings accounts are still an important part of your financial plan, even in a low-rate environment

  The savings account has always been a time-tested standby. Here’s why it still matters.

  4 min read May 21, 2021
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  Poll: Many parents will put summer childcare on a credit card this year

  33 percent of parents who plan to pay for summer childcare will accumulate debt.

  6 min read May 19, 2021
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  Facing long-term joblessness? Try these 7 things if you’re struggling to find work

  The longer an individual is out of a job, the more likely they are to lose skills, face discrimination from employers and see lower wages.

  8 min read May 18, 2021
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  Nearly two-thirds of millennials have homebuyer regrets, survey finds

  In a frenzied market, it’s all too easy for buyers to have regrets. Here’s what our survey found.

  6 min read May 17, 2021
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  Fourth stimulus check update: Latest White House comments, California governor’s proposal

  Millions of Americans support another round of relief payments.

  4 min read May 16, 2021
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  Surge in Hispanic applicants seeking financial disaster assistance; Help is on the way

  A massive increase in the number of Hispanic applicants seeking financial disaster assistance has prompted JPMorgan Chase and Money Management International (MMI) to team up to address the situation. The [...]

  3 min read May 14, 2021
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  What is disposable income? Definition, example and how it impacts your budget

  Our guide tackles the basics of disposable income and how you can use it to budget.

  2 min read May 13, 2021
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  Your post-pandemic financial checklist: 7 steps to manage your money for long-term success

  Before making this your own version of the roaring ’20s, here’s what you may want to consider.

  7 min read May 12, 2021
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  ‘On The Money’ with Mark Hamrick: ‘Broke Millennial’ author Erin Lowry has advice for awkward money conversations

  Do you have difficulty having productive conversations about money? Whether speaking with family, friends or your boss or colleagues, would you like for these talks to go better in the future? If the answers [...]

  1 min read May 12, 2021
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  Student loan forgiveness: New proposal aims to make it easier to qualify for relief

  A group of lawmakers are calling for four major reforms to PSLF and eligibility requirements

  4 min read May 11, 2021
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  How COVID-19 is impacting home, auto insurance payments

  Here’s how coronavirus could impact your home and auto insurance.

  5 min read May 10, 2021
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  A guide to managing personal finances during the COVID-19 crisis

  Being a wise money manager can be challenging even in normal times. Now, over a year after the COVID-19 crisis was declared a pandemic, the personal finances of many people are still being disrupted. If [...]

  6 min read May 10, 2021
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  State of Gen Z personal finance: Are the kids alright?

  Gen Z aren’t just kids and teenagers anymore. Adult Gen Zers (18-24 years old) are graduating from high school and starting college or a career. This is the time when they may begin to feel a measure [...]

  5 min read May 05, 2021
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  How much does it cost to furnish a house?

  Paying for furniture, especially right after purchasing a house, can be challenging.

  4 min read May 05, 2021
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  Fed sticks with zero interest rates, even as inflation concerns mount

  The Fed’s patience could be challenged as the U.S. economy comes roaring back to life.

  6 min read Apr 28, 2021
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  3 strategies for savers in a low interest rate environment

  Here’s how to respond to lower rates if you’re in the market for a CD or savings account.

  2 min read Apr 27, 2021
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  ‘On The Money’ with Mark Hamrick: Michelle Singletary on surviving your next big financial challenge

  The Washington Post columnist talks about financial lessons we can take from the pandemic.

  1 min read Apr 27, 2021
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  Still missing your coronavirus stimulus check? Here’s what you should do

  Those taxpayers could potentially see thousands of extra dollars when they file for the Recovery Rebate Credit.

  7 min read Apr 26, 2021