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  Average credit scores rose in 2021, though some cities and states fared better than others

  The average credit score is a record-high 716, up eight points from last year, according to FICO.

  3 min read Nov 26, 2021
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  5 tips to beat inflation and overcome shipping problems during your holiday shopping

  Experts say it’s time to prepare now for an expensive gift-buying season.

  5 min read Nov 26, 2021
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  Kentucky state taxes 2021: Income and sales tax rates

  Kentucky uses a flat income tax rate of 5% for single and married filers.

  1 min read Nov 24, 2021
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  Michigan state taxes 2021: Income and sales tax rates

  Michigan residents pay an income tax rate of 4.25%.

  1 min read Nov 24, 2021
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  Planning and budgeting for a national parks trip

  There is no shortage of beautiful national parks to explore in the U.S. during every season.

  7 min read Nov 23, 2021
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  How to take advantage of the peak in senior housing wealth

  Senior homeowners can take advantage of the peak in senior housing wealth to further strengthen their finances.

  6 min read Nov 22, 2021
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  Biden picks Jerome Powell for new term as Federal Reserve chair

  The appointment gives Powell the chance to finish the U.S. central bank’s pandemic response.

  6 min read Nov 22, 2021
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  Should a business notify me about a compromised credit card?

  Businesses have certain legal responsibilities to customers when they discover a compromised card.

  2 min read Nov 22, 2021
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  Poll: 77% of U.S. adults face shopping issues ahead of holiday season

  Holiday shopping can be even more harried with supply chain issues that lead to high prices and bare shelves.

  6 min read Nov 21, 2021
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  Georgia state taxes 2020-2021: Income and sales tax rates

  There are six tax brackets for Georgia income taxes: 1%, 2%, 3%, 4%, 5% and 5.75%.

  2 min read Nov 17, 2021
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  The Great Resignation: Why millions of workers are leaving their jobs and what to consider before quitting

  A game of hiring musical chairs is afoot — and it doesn’t look like it’ll be stopping anytime soon.

  9 min read Nov 17, 2021
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  Survey: More than half of American workers say they’re behind on retirement savings

  A full 52 percent of American workers say their retirement savings are not where they need to be.

  7 min read Nov 17, 2021
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  Connecticut state taxes 2020-2021: Income and sales tax rates

  There are seven income tax brackets in Connecticut: 3%, 5%, 5.5%, 6.0%, 6.5%, 6.9% and 6.99%.

  2 min read Nov 15, 2021
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  The best and worst states for driving: All 50 states, ranked

  California is the worst state for drivers, according to our recent study. Here’s why.

  7 min read Nov 15, 2021
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  Is a state with no income tax better or worse for your finances?

  Before taking a side in the debate, consider these factors.

  6 min read Nov 12, 2021
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  Holiday spending in 2021

  In 2021, it’s even more important to be strategic with holiday spending.

  5 min read Nov 12, 2021
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  California state taxes 2021-2022: Income and sales tax rates

  California has nine tax brackets: 1%, 2%, 4%, 6%, 8%, 9.3%, 10.3%, 11.3% and 12.3%.

  2 min read Nov 12, 2021
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  Florida state taxes 2021-2022: Income and sales tax rates

  Florida is one of only nine states that doesn’t charge an income tax.

  1 min read Nov 12, 2021
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  Mississippi state taxes 2021: Income and sales tax rates

  If you live in or work for a company in Mississippi, you might have to file a state income tax return.

  1 min read Nov 11, 2021
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  Maine state taxes 2022: Income and sales tax rates

  Maine residents will fall into one of three tax brackets.

  1 min read Nov 11, 2021