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Miles or Cash Back: Which Is the Better Credit-Card Reward?
credit & debt MileCards.com can help you decide whether an air-miles reward card or a cash-back card will be a better deal for you.
By Lisa Gerstner • Published
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Don't Let Hackers Kidnap Your Data
credit & debt Thwart them by keeping your operating system up to date and backing up your files.
By Nellie S. Huang • Published
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9 Smart Retirement Strategies for Women
Making Your Money Last Women and men have the same opportunities for saving, investing and borrowing, the same investments, and they are subject to the same rules.
By Janet Bodnar • Last updated
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FAQs About Health Savings Accounts
savings A health savings account can be a powerful financial tool to cover medical expenses and save for the future.
By Kimberly Lankford • Last updated
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9 Things You Must Know About ETFs
ETFs There’s no question that exchange-traded funds are becoming a big part of the investor’s toolkit.
By Carolyn Bigda • Published
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6 Secrets to Saving More for Retirement
retirement Our steps will get you there, with a big push from your boss.
By Jane Bennett Clark • Last updated
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How to Get a Good Deal on Auto Insurance
insurance Car-insurance premiums can be a big-ticket expense. Here are some ways to lower insurance bills.
By the editors of Kiplinger's Personal Finance • Last updated
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How to Get Your First Credit Card
credit & debt Plus, how to use it wisely and earn the lowest interest rates.
By Lisa Gerstner • Last updated
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How to Pick a Financial Planner
credit & debt Candidates aren't hard to come by. Here's how to find the right one for you.
By the editors of Kiplinger's Personal Finance • Last updated