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Bilt Members Will Be Able To Use Venmo To Make Housing Payments In 2026

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Bilt Members Will Be Able To Use Venmo To Make Housing Payments In 2026

Beginning in 2026, Bilt members will be able to make housing payments using their Venmo balance—and earn points while doing so.

Jun 20, 2026

TaxSlayer Review 2026

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TaxSlayer Review 2026

TaxSlayer provides DIY tax filing with self-employment tools and access to tax pros at nearly half the cost of leading competitors.

Jun 20, 2026

How To Get A Credit Card For The First Time

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How To Get A Credit Card For The First Time

A credit card is an important financial tool to use in building credit. Learn how to choose and get a credit card for the first time with Forbes Advisor.

Jul 11, 2026

How Credit Card Piggybacking Works

Banking & Credit

How Credit Card Piggybacking Works

Piggybacking is when someone becomes an authorized user on another person’s credit card for boosting their credit score. Forbes Advisor explains in detail.

Jun 20, 2026

Unemployment Rates By State 05/07/2026 – Forbes Advisor

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Unemployment Rates By State 05/07/2026 – Forbes Advisor

Get an overview of the current unemployment rates and find out where your state stands on the list.

May 16, 2026

‘K-Shaped’ Economy Is Giving Way to an ‘E-Shaped’ Divide

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‘K-Shaped’ Economy Is Giving Way to an ‘E-Shaped’ Divide

The economy is shifting from a “K-shape” to an “E-shape” as middle-income households pull back under inflation, slower wage growth and financial uncertainty.

Jul 25, 2026

10 Places With Cheap (or Free) Mother’s Day Deals

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10 Places With Cheap (or Free) Mother’s Day Deals

Moms can enjoy deals on flowers, food and more this May 10.

Jul 25, 2026

Credit Card Payoff Strategies: What Does The Research Say?

Banking & Credit

Credit Card Payoff Strategies: What Does The Research Say?

Revolving credit card debt can hurt your credit score and, even worse, be very expensive. But there are a few payoff strategies you can try.

Jul 4, 2026

Credit Card Payoff Calculator

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Credit Card Payoff Calculator

Find out how long it will take to pay off a credit card balance. Use Forbes Advisor’s credit card payoff calculator to meet your credit card payment goals.

Jul 11, 2026

This Phone Script Could Help You Lower Your Monthly Utility Bills

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This Phone Script Could Help You Lower Your Monthly Utility Bills

Calling your utility provider may help you find rebates, discounts and other ways to save. Here's exactly what to say while you're on the call, as well as what to research beforehand.

Jul 25, 2026

How to Get Free Stuff

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How to Get Free Stuff

Learn how to get free products, services and experiences online and offline. Start by exploring community exchange groups, accessing free library services or trying no-cost trial offers.

Jul 25, 2026

Use This Strategy to Maximize Your Student Loan Forgiveness

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Use This Strategy to Maximize Your Student Loan Forgiveness

You weren't wrong if it seemed like responsible adulting to plug away at student loan payments during the nearly three-year pause. After all, paying down the balance on a loan while interest is frozen is usually a good thing. But for some borrowers who paid while politicians debated student loan forgiveness, that bet against the...

Apr 4, 2026