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  Survey: Recession odds diminishing for U.S. economy, but watch for a slowdown

  The U.S. economy is going to be walking a fine line over the next year.

  8 min read Dec 04, 2019
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  How much should you spend on your holiday gifts?

  Check out this gift-giving guide to keep us within the bounds of our budget.

  4 min read Dec 03, 2019
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  Survey: Most Americans plan to steer clear of shopping debt this holiday season

  The economy keeps expanding and shoppers plan to buy, but with cash on hand.

  5 min read Nov 25, 2019
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  Book review: The Dumb Things Smart People Do with Their Money by Jill Schlesinger

  Even really smart people can make big financial mistakes.

  6 min read Nov 21, 2019
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  Survey: More than half of American workers say they are behind in saving for retirement

  Everyone wants their golden years to be golden. But saving for them is another thing.

  5 min read Nov 21, 2019
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  Survey: 40 percent of credit card debtors have higher balances than over past decade

  Many feel optimistic about their ability to pay balances compared to the beginning of this year.

  5 min read Nov 20, 2019
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  80% of financial app users admit not fully realizing their banking credentials are shared: Survey

  A new study makes a strong case for us to question the way we use financial apps.

  3 min read Nov 19, 2019
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  Aramco IPO: The unusual risks investors face with this trillion dollar oil giant

  Even in what is expected to be the all-time largest IPO, casual investors should take caution.

  5 min read Nov 15, 2019
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  Why Google, Amazon and T-Mobile suddenly want to offer checking accounts

  Tech companies are flirting with the idea of offering checking accounts. Should you sign up?

  3 min read Nov 13, 2019
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  The 6 best personal finance books for beginners

  These top picks will put you on the path to financial fluency.

  4 min read Nov 13, 2019
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  Survey: Holidays bring spending stress for most Americans

  Visions of overspending are weighing on the holiday cheer this year, nationwide poll finds.

  5 min read Nov 13, 2019
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  Your financial starter kit: 4 accounts every young adult needs

  These are the basic accounts you need to jump start your financial life.

  4 min read Nov 07, 2019
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  Fed cuts interest rates for third straight time, but signals it may now be on hold

  Will it be enough to keep the economic expansion going?

  5 min read Oct 30, 2019
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  6 big questions to focus on ahead of the Fed’s October meeting

  A rate cut seems like a given, but what’s next? 

  9 min read Oct 25, 2019
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  Survey: Americans divided on whether to credit Trump with strong economy

  A Bankrate survey shows how Americans feel about their finances as they relate to the Trump presidency and the 2020 election.

  4 min read Oct 24, 2019
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  Survey: Despite safety concerns, 64% of U.S. cardholders save their information online

  Saving payment info online is convenient, but many Americans still worry about safety.

  5 min read Oct 24, 2019
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  With commission-free trading nearly everywhere, here’s what investors should demand now

  The next battle lines for brokers have been drawn.

  7 min read Oct 22, 2019
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  Survey: 2 out of 5 Americans aren’t ready for next recession

  The solid U.S. economy will not last forever and many Americans are unprepared.

  8 min read Oct 16, 2019
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  Nearly half of Americans have let their airline or hotel rewards expire

  You’ve worked hard for your points and miles — why let them go to waste?

  2 min read Oct 07, 2019
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  Despite the lowest unemployment rate in 50 years, many remain discouraged

  Headline numbers on employment may not be telling the full story.

  5 min read Oct 07, 2019