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How the U.S. built a junk fee economy
Americans are collectively spending nearly $65 billion on sneaky fees, according to the White House. “Sometimes they’re called convenience fees.…
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Why it’s ‘just no question’ new investors should start by opening a Roth IRA, expert says
Whitebalance.oatt | E+ | Getty Images For newcomers getting started in investing, or those who just want to ensure they’re…
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Savings account interest rates just hit a 15-year high, but fewer Americans are benefitting
D3sign | Moment | Getty Images The returns savers stand to get on their money are the highest they’ve been…
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Apple wants to be ‘top of wallet’ with new savings account, expert says. Here’s how its 4.15% offer compares to top rates
A person walks out of the Apple Store in Annapolis, Maryland, on February 2, 2023. Jim Watson | AFP |…
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More women are out-earning their husbands, but still picking up a heavier load at home
More women are becoming breadwinners, but the division of labor at home has barely budged, a new report found. Although men…
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Financial experts share their greatest money regrets — all have one thing in common
Mistakes happen, especially when it comes to money. Even our most trusted sources for financial information and advice have their…
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3 tips can help you save if you’re living paycheck to paycheck, personal finance expert Suze Orman says
When you’re living paycheck to paycheck, it can be tough to find money to save. That was the situation one…
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Parents and kids disagree on the right age to become financially independent, report finds
Most people feel like a grownup by the time they’re 18, but these days young adults might not become financially…
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Raise retirement age, or hike payroll taxes? New tool lets you decide how to fix Social Security
Mixmedia | Istock | Getty Images You may have heard that Social Security’s funds are running low. If that doesn’t…
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How women answer 5 questions may be a financial wake-up call, personal finance expert Suze Orman says
Suze Orman speaks during AOL’s BUILD Speaker Series at AOL Studios In New York. Jenny Anderson | WireImage | Getty…
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