Money

  • 14 ‘Bargains’ That End Up Costing You Money

    Stay away from these 14 "bargains," from shoddy products that barely last a week to "discounts" packed with hidden fees.

    We’re all looking for ways to make every dollar count. But in the process, who hasn’t been tricked by seemingly great deals that turn out to be nothing but scams? You know the type: They hook us in with insanely…

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    Meet the the World’s Richest Political Families

    Discover the world's wealthiest political families, from the Saudi royal family’s $1.4 trillion empire to the Kennedy and Bush legacies.

    In the world of powerful and wealthy political families, a few stand out for their astronomical fortunes and profound influence on global affairs. From oil empires and investments in prestigious institutions to historical banking dynasties, these families have managed to…

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    9 Money Mistakes That Could Wreck Your Retirement Plan

    Take a look at these nine money mistakes that can affect retirement, and avoid them as you prepare to transition out of the workforce. 

    Retirement is an important chapter of life, but there are so many financial pitfalls that retirees can make. If you fail to save enough for your retirement, this chapter could be filled with stress and anxiety as opposed to relaxing…

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    3 Invaluable Money Lessons Millennial Parents Are Teaching Their Kids

    It turns out, Millennials might be the only age group with their heads screwed on tight, especially when it comes to money lessons and debt.

    Remember those couple of years when bashing millennials seemed to be all the rage on the internet? It turns out this generation of Americans might be the only age group with their heads screwed on tight, especially when it comes…

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    4 Smart Money Moves To Make Next Year With Your Year-End Bonus

    Did you get a year-end bonus? Here are some smart money moves to make with your year-end bonus that will pay off in the future.

    Did you get a year-end bonus last year? Consider yourself lucky. According to Zippia.com, about 33% of companies in the U.S. offer year-end bonuses. The average bonus pay in the U.S. is 11% of salary for exempt employees, 6.8% for…

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    The 3 Biggest Reasons Americans Can’t Save For Retirement

    Why is it that so many people still can't save money for retirement? Today, we dive into the 3 main reasons Americans can't save for retirement

    What if, when you first started working, someone handed you an exact blueprint on how to retire with millions of dollars? Would you be able to make the necessary sacrifices to save and invest? Or would you spend your 20s,…