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Think Twice Before You Close a Credit Card
Smart Buying Even if you’re no longer using it, closing an account could ding your credit score.
By Rivan V. Stinson
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Winning With SPACs Is a Long Shot
Becoming an Investor With SPACs, you're betting on companies with short track records and uncertain futures – and relying on someone else to find them.
By Adam Shell
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Super Deals and Discounts for 2021
Smart Buying Consumer prices are popping as the economy reopens, and that means finding good values is more important than ever. We uncovered bargains on everything from stocks to streaming and televisions to tablets. We even located charming, off-the-beaten-path places that will pay you to move.
By the editors of Kiplinger's Personal Finance
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Credit Card Perks for Car Rentals
Travel Certain cards can boost your status in a rental company’s loyalty program and give you an edge.
By Lisa Gerstner
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Getting a Used Car Deal in a Tight Market
Buying & Leasing a Car Cars are scarce and prices have gone up. Use these strategies to find the best values.
By Mark Solheim
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4 Ways to Use Mobile Wallets
Smart Buying Beyond contactless payments, mobile wallets let you send money to a friend, get cash-back rewards and more.
By Lisa Gerstner
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The Hazards of Buy Now, Pay Later
Smart Buying Breaking up payments can make a big purchase seem cheaper, which can tempt you to overspend.
By Emma Patch
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What to Make of Bitcoin
Becoming an Investor The digital currency has delivered dizzying gains—and is just as volatile as ever.
By Nellie S. Huang
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Get a Good Deal on Car Rentals
Smart Buying Get up to speed on how to snag a deal and avoid pesky fees.
By Daniel Bortz
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