Author: James Flippin
A familiar face is back at Disney. That may be good for investors & theme park fanatics
Written by: James Flippin
Disney Parks Are Buffering Earlier this month, entertainment goliath Disney (DIS) reported lower-than-expected revenue and profit for the previous quarter. For certain segments, like its …
The average American retiree has this much cash, but is it enough?
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Retirement is a financial goal most of us think about. At some point, everyone will be forced to leave the workforce for good. But, how …
You may be ready for the holiday season, but are your finances ready for tax season?
Written by: James Flippin
Time To Reevaluate A year is a long time. There’s a good chance, over the course of the past year, at least one major aspect …
How to lower your energy bill without touching your thermostat
Written by: James Flippin
Increasing Energy Prices Energy prices are spiking around the world, most notably in Europe. However, many experts believe a similar crisis in the United States may …
Holiday travel will cost you a pretty penny this year
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Holiday Season Prices are up, up, and away for both airline tickets and gas, with the latter at an all-time seasonal high. On top of …
More people are hoping apps can buy them love … literally
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Dating Costs Rise Match Group (MTCH), the owner of popular dating apps Tinder and Hinge, just reported a 2% increase in paid subscribers across all …
How to give this holiday season, even with inflation
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Consumer Sentiment Hits Lows In the face of record inflation and lingering recessionary concerns, people across America are nervous about their financial future. According to …
A judge struck down Biden’s student loan forgiveness program. Now what?
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The Ruling Last week, a federal judge in Texas ruled that President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness program is unconstitutional. This followed a lawsuit backed …
Are people really buying homes through social media?
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Sales Have Stalled With the average national mortgage rate hovering around 7%, the housing market, which was on fire during 2020 and 2021, is finally …
What to do with your retirement during a bear market
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Grin and Bear It There’s no sugarcoating what’s going on with the market. Both stocks and bonds are trading in bear market territory, which means …
How to keep inflation from spoiling your holidays
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Prepare For A Pricey Holiday The holidays are often the busiest and most hectic time of the year. This year, thanks to record-high inflation, you …
Is it really too early to start holiday shopping?
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For some, it may still feel too early to listen to Christmas music, but that doesn’t mean it’s too soon to start shopping for holiday …
Savvy savers spend less on groceries with these tricks
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This past year has been difficult for consumers, with inflation driving up the prices of many everyday goods. At the grocery store, the prices of …
IRS boosts max retirement contribution limit. Here’s what to know
Written by: James Flippin
Following adjustments made to tax brackets in 2023, the IRS instituted record-breaking increases to the contribution limits for 401(k) and other tax-deferred retirement plans. Starting …
Boo! How to shake off scary prices & enjoy Halloween
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Costuming Up Post-COVID With the fall calendar in full swing, we’re rapidly approaching the so-called holiday season, which will be largely free of COVID-based restrictions …
Here’s what Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan could look like
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Ahead of the 2020 election, President Joe Biden made student loan forgiveness a focus of his campaign. On Wednesday, his administration moved forward with plans …
How to overcome inflation anxiety & sensibly adjust your financial plan
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A survey from Bankrate found 40% of US adults are feeling stressed or negatively affected in terms of their mental health as a result of …
Why crypto’s demise could be exaggerated
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The stock market’s recent volatility has been accompanied by a similar path for digital currencies like Bitcoin (BTC), as the Fed’s anticipated rate hikes have …
Why are fake accounts causing Elon Musk to question Twitter’s business model?
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Tesla (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk has put his plans to buy Twitter (TWTR) on hold unless the social media company can provide convincing data concerning …
Fewer Americans are refinancing mortgages. Is inflation to blame?
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By the Numbers According to the New York Fed, mortgage refinancing hit its peak during the second quarter of 2021, amid a several-year-long boom. Historically low …
