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Prediction markets: How they work, risks and calculator
Prediction markets may grow quickly in the years ahead. Here's the lowdown on how they work, their legal and tax status, and the risks of betting in them.
Jul 25, 2026
Budget Planner
Average Mortgage Rates Just Fell. Should You Consider Refinancing?
The weekly average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell for the first time in three weeks, to 6.48%, according to Freddie Mac.
Jun 20, 2026
Budget Planner
1 In 3 Americans Don’t Know VA Loans Can Require No Down Payment, Survey Finds
A new survey found many Americans don’t realize VA loans can offer zero-down financing, potentially causing eligible buyers to overlook a key homebuying benefit.
Jun 20, 2026
Budget Planner
Alaska Airlines Makes It Harder To Earn Atmos Points For Budget Flyers
Atmos Rewards program members will no longer receive points on Saver fares booked after June 11 or flown after August 1.
Jun 6, 2026
Budget Planner
Low-Earning Programs Could Soon Lose Access To Federal Student Loans
Some college programs risk losing access to federal student loans if their graduates don’t earn enough following a new Trump administration proposal.
Jun 20, 2026
Budget Planner
Financial Literacy Drops To 10-Year Low—And Gen Z Is Struggling The Most
Financial literacy is hitting new lows as Gen Z relies on AI tools for money tips. The right budgeting app can help improve your financial literacy.
Jun 20, 2026
Budget Planner
Fed Beige Book Warns Of Higher Credit Card Usage And Financial Strain Across Middle-Income Households—This Strategy Can Help
New Fed report finds credit card usage is rising and middle-income families are struggling. The right 0% APR credit card can help.
Jun 20, 2026
Debt Management
National Debt Relief Review 2026
National Debt Relief negotiates lower balances to help you get out of debt faster—though it may impact your credit score. Here's what you need to know.
Jul 25, 2026
Budget Planner
Which Markets Is It Better to Buy Than Rent? | Forbes Advisor
A new report finds that in many Midwest and South cities, homebuyers can break even in just four years—often making buying a better option than renting.
Jun 20, 2026
Taxes
What Happens When AI Costs More Than Workers?
AI was supposed to be the cheaper option. When it's not, the bills are sky high.
Jun 6, 2026
Budget Planner
Tip Calculator & Bill Splitter
Calculate the tip, split the check and see what Redditors say about tipping before or after tax. (Plus: See how your own tipping compares.)
Jul 25, 2026
Investing
Bitcoin Is Down Again. But How Bad Is It, Really?
The ongoing Bitcoin crash is milder than some previous crashes, so far. Here’s how to protect your portfolio.
Jul 25, 2026