Financial Freedom for Everyone: Simple Steps to Take Control of Your Money
Whatever your definition of financial independence may be, following these steps can assist you in realizing your future goals.
Apr 20, 2024 06:50 AM EDT
Safeguarding Your Savings: How to Avoid Wire Transfer Fraud and Fight for Your Money
Every year, criminals who use fraudulent wire transfers to steal money from bank accounts cause millions of dollars worth of losses to Americans. Senators from the United States are currently questioning big banks on their efforts to thwart the con artists.
Apr 20, 2024 05:39 AM EDT
Bitcoin Halving: What This Means for Your Cryptocurrency Investment
The "miners" who work hard to extract bitcoins from intricate mathematical formulas are losing 50% of their earnings, which will again limit the amount of new bitcoins that can be created.
Apr 20, 2024 04:46 AM EDT
Bitcoin ETF Frenzy: Is This the Time to Buy In, or a Recipe for Disaster?
The new spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have been a huge success by almost every significant indicator. They have already brought in over $30 billion in assets under management as a group.
Apr 16, 2024 09:37 AM EDT
Bizarre Tax Deductions You Might Actually Claim
While many tax deductions are well-known, such those for business supplies and charity contributions, some are less well-known. Here's a look at how tax deductions operate and three that you might find surprising as tax season approaches.
Apr 16, 2024 06:04 AM EDT
Inflation Hedge or Hype? Weighing the Pros and Cons of Owning Gold
Many were dismayed by a study released last week that showed inflation was increasing month over month, but it also highlighted how important it is to have a diverse portfolio. With one, investors can more effectively counteract the negative effects of rising interest rates intended to control inflation. Using gold and silver to diversify is also a good strategy.
Apr 16, 2024 05:42 AM EDT
Hot Housing Market Cooling? Sell Now, But Prepare for Price Negotiation
The ideal time to sell for homeowners planning to sell this year is still in the spring, but you might want to modify your expectations.
Apr 16, 2024 02:49 AM EDT
Spenders Stay Strong: Rising Prices Don't Deter Shoppers, Should You Be Worried?
In March, Americans increased their spending faster than anticipated, demonstrating resiliency in the face of inflationary pressures and other economic difficulties.
Apr 16, 2024 12:56 AM EDT
Bucket List Spending Soars, But are We Getting Our Money's Worth?
Consumers are spending more money on experiences rather than goods. There is increased demand for concert tickets, sports event tickets, and museum exhibitions in addition to a post-pandemic spike in tourism.
Apr 15, 2024 10:49 AM EDT
Are You Eligible? A Look at the EITC for Low- and Moderate-Income Workers
The earned income tax credit, or EITC, is not available to you if your income is too high to qualify for it. You may be able to receive a sizable tax relief if you qualify.
Apr 15, 2024 06:57 AM EDT
Love and Taxes: Should You File Jointly After Getting Married?
Now that tax season has officially ended, it's never too early to start making plans for the next year. One thing you and your partner might want to consider is if you should file taxes jointly or individually.
Apr 15, 2024 05:13 AM EDT
Investor Anxiety Peaks as Bitcoin and Altcoins Dive Amid Middle East Unrest
In the midst of an unprecedented Iranian drone and missile strike on Israel overnight on Saturday, the bitcoin market saw significant selling.
Apr 15, 2024 04:24 AM EDT
Good News for Californians? In-N-Out Promises to Fight Minimum Wage Price Hikes
Lynsi Snyder, president of In-N-Out, has pledged to maintain current rates at the beloved burger joint on the West Coast.
Apr 13, 2024 09:50 AM EDT
Tax Time Trouble: Viral TikTok Advice Could Cost You Big Money
TikTok creators are sharing filing advice as tax day draws near, including advice on what sorts of items to deduct. However, financial experts advise against taking the advice that seems to be spreading on social media platforms since it may not be sound.
Apr 13, 2024 09:00 AM EDT
Is a Recession Coming? Big Banks Offer Mixed Signals on the Economy
Large banks issued a warning about an "uncertain" year due to the first quarter's uneven financial performance, persistently rising inflation, and geopolitical conflicts in the Middle East, Europe, and other regions.
Apr 13, 2024 06:14 AM EDT