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We Received a $10k Tax Refund. My Wife Wants to Save It, I Want to Splurge. What Should We Do?

Here's a solution that benefits both of you.

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Thinking About Using Your Home Equity in April? What to Know About Rates, Risks and Timing First

With borrowing costs still elevated and economic uncertainty in play, tapping your home equity requires a clear plan, not just available equity.

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Money Market Accounts vs No-Penalty CDs: Which Is the Best Way to Grow My Cash?

Explore how both of these options can help you reach your savings goals and when to use each.

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The Best Savings Accounts for Retirees to Maximize Your Cash

For retirees seeking less risky savings options, here are a few recommendations based on your preferences.

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Jumbo CD vs High-Yield Savings: Which is the Best Place to Store $100k?

If you're looking to stash some cash away in a less risky venture, I'll break down two of the best accounts to consider.

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The $1,000 Crisis: Why Most Families Can’t Handle a Simple Emergency Anymore

A thousand dollars should not feel like a financial earthquake. Yet for millions of households across the United States, it does. Recent surveys from sources such as the Federal Reserve and Bankrate consistently show that a large share of adults would struggle to cover a $400 or $1,000 unexpected expense…

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'No one is close': BlackRock’s Larry Fink warns Americans have saved egregiously less than they need for retirement

Many Americans have less than $150,000 saved for retirement.

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My Spouse and I Are Saving Money for a Down Payment on a House. Which Savings Account is the Best Way to Reach Our Goal?

Learn how timing matters when it comes to choosing the right account.

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Bankrate Projects Credit Card Rates Will Only Drop to 19.1% by End of 2026

Credit card interest rates have a way of grabbing your attention, especially when they’re hovering near historic highs and showing no signs of returning to the gentler levels of years past. Even with the Federal Reserve signaling a shift toward lower rates, the relief many consumers are hoping for simply…

The Free Financial Advisor

Three affordable states where you can retire comfortably on Social Security

The average monthly Social Security payment for a retired worker was $2,071 in January 2026

The Independent UK

Nearly half of homes on the market have an HOA cost - and here’s where they are most expensive

HOA fees, used to fund amenities, roads, and other services, were typically for condo buildings and new communities, but have been spreading

The Independent UK

Where homes are most (and least) affordable

75% of U.S. homes for sale are unaffordable to typical households.

Axios

'Something big' just happened in the U.S. housing market, real estate CEO says. And it could mean the difference of being able to buy a home or not

“The dreaded mortgage rate ‘lock-in’ effect is fading,” said real estate investor and Reventure CEO Nick Gerli.

Fortune

Where to Store Your Cash in 2026

Set yourself up for success with these strategies.

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The Independent UK

What the Federal Reserve rate cut means for you

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point Wednesday for the third time since September, bringing its key rate to about 3.6%, the lowest in nearly three years

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You're probably $30,000 short of what you need to buy a house—and you're not alone

More than 75% of U.S. homes on the market are unaffordable for the typical household, according to a Bankrate analysis.

International Business Times UK

Golden Handcuffs: 54% of Families Won't Sell in 2025 — Likely to Keep You Trapped in Rent

A Bankrate survey reveals that 54% of US homeowners won't sell in 2025, worsening the housing shortage and leaving renters locked out of a market they may never be able to afford.

International Business Times UK

IRS Annual Limits 2026: '$24,500 Cap Won't Rescue Middle-Class Savings,' Experts Say

The IRS raises 2026 401(k) contribution limits to $24,500, but experts warn this increase won't solve the retirement savings crisis facing middle-income Americans.

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$250 Instant Cash: Why Amazon Is Paying You to Sign Up (For Now)

Amazon offers a rare $250 credit card bonus with no spending requirement—2.5 times its usual offer. But the high APR can wipe out the bonus within 11 months.

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Snowbirds: Avoid These 3 Sneaky Insurance Issues

Before snowbirds depart for their winter retreat, they should check their insurance coverage for surprises that might arise, or else be on the hook for repairs.

Benzinga

Should You Get Your Teens A Debit Card? New Survey Finds Cash Is 'Cringe' And Leads To Frivolous Spending Among Gen Z

Parents today are navigating a financial world that looks nothing like the one they grew up with. And for many families, one question keeps coming up: When is the right time to give your teen a debit card?

Kiplinger

Want to Change Banks? Try This 'Soft' Strategy

The "soft switching" banking trend allows you to explore a new bank account while keeping your primary one. See how it could benefit you.

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No-Penalty CD or High-Yield Savings? What Works Best Now

Discover which option can help you reach your savings goals quickly.

International Business Times UK

Fed Rate Cut: How Will It Lower Your Credit Card and Mortgage Payments?

Jerome Powell's 29 Oct Fed rate cut drops benchmark to 3.75%-4% – explore credit card APR lower, mortgage rates drop, savings yield decline impacts on auto loans, student debt amid inflation

The Independent UK

What a Federal Reserve rate cut means for your finances

The Federal Reserve has cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point for the second time since September

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