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My Credit Card Bills Were Spiraling Every Month — Until I Tried This
I didn’t even know what it cost to run my life. The 50/30/20 budget told me, and helped me get back on track.
Jul 18, 2026
Best-Performing REITs for July 2026 and How to Invest
Real estate investment trusts (REITs) are companies that own real estate. Investors can buy shares of REITs and receive dividends. REITs may be public or private.
Jul 18, 2026
Americans Lost $3.5 Billion To Imposter Scams in 2025, FTC Data Reveals
Imposter scams were the leading cause of reported fraud for the fifth year in a row, according to recent FTC data.
Jul 11, 2026
Study: People are Tracking Spending More Closely — Should You?
Americans say rising prices, life changes and risk of job loss have contributed to tracking spending more closely.
Jul 18, 2026
New Court Motion Argues Students On The SAVE Plan Shouldn’t Be Transferred To More Expensive Plans July 1
A motion filed June 23 argues that borrowers on the SAVE Plan should be transferred to the REPAYE plan instead while a lawsuit remains pending.
Jul 4, 2026
What Is the Minimum Wage By State in 2026?
Each state sets its own minimum wage, which may be higher than the federal minimum wage.
Jul 18, 2026
Value of the U.S. Dollar, Explained
President Donald Trump’s trade war is prompting investors to sell off U.S. assets, which is eroding the value of the U.S. dollar.
Jul 18, 2026
Which Jobs Qualify for ‘No Tax on Tips’?
The Treasury Department has named 68 jobs that qualify for the tipped tax-exemption beginning with the 2025 filing year.
Jul 18, 2026
Should You Add Your Child as an Authorized User on a Credit Card?
Adding your child as an authorized user won’t help their credit if the account details aren't reported to the credit bureaus or the account isn’t in good standing.
Jul 18, 2026
What Is the Minimum Wage By State in 2026?
Each state sets its own minimum wage, which may be higher than the federal minimum wage.
Jul 18, 2026
A New Senate Bill Would Raise The Minimum Wage To $25 By 2039—What Workers Should Know
A new bill in the Senate would aim to increase the federal minimum wage for the first time since 2009 to $25 by 2039 from its current $7.25 per hour.
Jul 18, 2026
Current HELOC & Home Equity Loan Rates: June 26, 2026
The average APR on a $100,000 HELOC with a 60% LTV ratio is 7.25% today, the same as yesterday.
Jun 27, 2026