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New Cars Are More Expensive Than Ever, Used Car Prices Drop
New cars under $25K drop to a mere 10 models as carmakers push luxury. Used car prices have dropped for four straight months. Buyers take note.
By Ben Demers • Published
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Netflix Password Sharing Crackdown Will Affect 100 Million Users. Here’s What You Should Know
Netflix password sharing won't go away, but you'll have to pay for the privilege if you're not in the same household.
By Ben Demers • Last updated
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Kiplinger Housing Outlook: Housing Starts Continue to Fall
Economic Forecasts Kiplinger Housing Outlook: Weakness lies ahead for the housing market as high prices, mortgage rates ding affordability.
By Rodrigo Sermeño • Last updated
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13 Tax Breaks for Homeowners and Home Buyers
Tax Breaks Owning (or buying) a home is expensive. But at least there are some tax deductions, credits, and exclusions that can help you recoup some of those costs.
By Rocky Mengle • Last updated
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How to Open a Savings Account Online
You may be wondering how to open a savings account online. The process is usually simple and straightforward — with just a few steps you’ll be able to start saving your hard-earned cash.
By Erin Bendig • Published
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CD Rates Are Rising, Shop Around to Get the Best Returns
High-interest CD rates are back — shop around for the best 5%+ deals.
By Erin Bendig • Published
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Gen Z Taps TikTok for Financial Advice: What to Do Instead
Many young people also admit they would follow financial advice from social media influencers without first ensuring it’s sound. Here’s what to do instead.
By Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert • Published
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Best Credit Cards for Bad Credit of March 2023
If used wisely, these credit cards can help you dig out of bad credit; you may even earn 2% cash back.
By Lisa Gerstner • Last updated
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U.S. Household Debt Hit a Record $16.90 Trillion in 2022
Household debt hit a record $16.90 trillion at the end of 2022, jumping $394 billion in the fourth quarter of the year alone.
By Erin Bendig • Published