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How this woman paid off $200k in student loans in less than 2 years
In the interest of full transparency, please note that Erika Kullberg is a paid spokesperson for SoFi as well as a SoFi member. Also, her experience …
8 signs you have too much debt
Debt is a powerful tool that can boost your success or cause your financial life to crash and burn. The trick to using debt wisely is …
The 30 most popular cuisines on Instagram
It may have all started with celebrity TV chefs and culinary competitions, but social media — Instagram in particular — has turned viewers into creators as …
These interior design tips can help you sleep better
Every year, new interior design trends pop up, and it’s always fun to bring an element of what’s happening right now into your bedroom. Some trends …
15 easy ways to boost your home’s value
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50 totally unsurprising facts about Americans
From eating acres of pizza each year to owning more guns than there are people in the country, there is a myriad of American facts that …
Is this the fittest city in your state?
More than ever before, this past year has made Americans appreciate the opportunity to go outside and get moving, when socially distant and possible. Since gyms …
Glimmers of hope for airport retailers
Drop-in Travel Causes Crisis for Airport Stores The sharp drop in air travel during the pandemic has battered airport stores and restaurants. Last year, global revenue …
How much is my house worth?
Your house is much more than a home—it’s likely one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make, with a value that makes up a significant proportion …
The best American tech job markets for women
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14 life lessons I learned from the pandemic
It’s been more than a year since Corona hurled into our lives and upended everything we know. It has been a crazy year- at times, it …
The best & worst states for retirement
When you think about retirement your brain almost automatically conjures images of Florida but is that the best you can hope for in retirement? While the …
The rest of the week on Wall Street
Economic Data The U.S. job openings for February was released April 6. Job openings in the U.S. were 6.9 million in January. Analysts expect that number …
IonQ makes plans to go public
IonQ Will Merge With dMY Technology Group Quantum computing startup IonQ is making plans to go public by merging with blank-check company dMY Technology Group (DMYI). …
The best time of year to buy a car
When you’re shopping for your best deal on a car, timing matters. While December is the least popular month for car buying, according to LendingTree research, …
The best makeover shows on Netflix
If you’re like most people, you spent a lot of 2020 and 2021 (so far) at home. So you were able to get a lot done …
This is the only state that hasn’t had a tornado in the last decade
Tornadoes affect far more states than those that comprise Tornado Alley — the stretch of the central U.S. where clashes of cold and warm air can …
10 money lessons your teens will eventually thank you for
Like many other critical life skills, financial literacy and responsibility have to be taught. If you are parenting a teen, then you should know that their …
Do you really need a $1 million life insurance policy?
In my early 20s, I hustled between three part-time jobs, living on a budget so tight an unexpected $25 expense could throw off my entire month. …
30 first-time homebuyer mistakes that can cost you big time
Buying a house is an incredibly exciting yet overwhelming time. If new homebuyers let their emotions get the best of them or fail to do their …
President Biden’s $2 trillion infrastructure plan
Paying for the Plan The Biden administration introduced a $2 trillion infrastructure package. The spending plan, which will rebuild roads and tunnels, improve schools, and upgrade …
This generation is most likely to fall for tax scams
After a difficult year for millions of Americans, many eagerly wait for their tax refund checks to hit their bank account. However, taxpayers will first need …
KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell roll out text message ordering
Yum Brands (YUM), which owns restaurant chains including KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell, is acquiring an Israeli startup called Tictuk. With Tictuk’s technology, customers will …
How to build a financial plan without a professional financial planner
Written by: Jim Wang
Years ago, I dropped my business card into one of those fishbowls near the front door of a restaurant. You’ve seen them too – put your …
Gorgeous grand hotels for socially distant getaways
A century ago, a getaway was something only the rich were able to enjoy. It wasn’t a “vacation.” Instead, it was a seasonal transition made for …
Opinion: These new privacy-friendly initiatives are anything but
If you look at recent headlines, it seems like the biggest players in the technology industry are finally embracing a more privacy-centric way of doing business. …
This is the most iconic road trip in your state
Hitting the road to get away from it all and explore new places has never felt more thrilling. These iconic road trips offer everyone an adventure …
Crypto taxes 2021: How to pay taxes on cryptocurrency
Over the past decade, cryptocurrency has slowly but surely become one of the hottest investments on the market. While many people were initially skeptical of crypto’s …
Slick side hustles for college students
For most college students, the last thing they want to do after a full day of lectures or a long night of studying is more work. …
Is this the best ballpark food in America?
MLB opening day was April 1, which means it’s time to get strapped in for another exciting season of non-stop baseball games nationwide. But as thrilling …
Open house tips for homebuyers
Your dream house pops up on Zillow alerts, you scour it immediately and confirm it’s just perfect, your pocketknife is ready to carve your initials in …
Everything you need to know about travel insurance in a post-COVID-19 world
We will try to explain how to choose travel insurance, how they work, and the 11 things you need to know in a post-covid world. Before …
Easy ways to save when traveling with kids
After more than a year of lockdowns and restrictions, vaccines are going into arms, states are beginning to reopen closed dining and other facilities, and Americans …
Yes, you can increase your productivity. Here’s how
It’s time to talk productivity! Partners in Fire is all about helping others achieve financial freedom, and for some of us, that means learning how to …
How early retirement could affect your housing costs
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How to choose a senior living community for a loved one
Each and every one of life’s milestones can seem daunting at first. Buying a home, starting a family, changing careers, or hanging up the hat and …
10 top career training programs
When it comes to getting a secure, well-paying job, it’s not always necessary to get a college degree first. Some students may choose a career training …
How to create a business budget
Running your own business presents unique opportunities for you to be your own boss, bring your entrepreneurial vision to life, and direct your financial future. But …
Is your state COVID-safe?
Safety is also essential for getting the economy back on track, as the lower COVID-19 transmission and deaths are in a state, the more that state …
Did you know you can do this with Google Maps?
Google Maps is a mainstay on many of our smartphones, an app that’s tapped daily by iOS and Android users alike. But we probably use just …
The best shopping deals & discounts for April
Written by: Trae Bodge
April brings not just warm weather and bountiful showers, it brings an abundance of deals. As you think about shopping for the month, expect to save …
11 smart ways to use your stimulus money
Our stimulus money just hit our bank account, and wow! Whatever your fears regarding inflation or government overspending, etc., it sure is nice to get some …
Medical identity theft: Here’s how to protect yourself
Most people know to be on the lookout for identity theft, which can result in thieves charging purchases to stolen debit or credit card numbers, compromising …
Amazon’s plans for brick-and-mortar grocery stores
Amazon (AMZN) has been quietly launching a brick-and-mortar grocery store chain over the past year. The first Amazon Fresh location opened in Los Angeles in September. …
The Swedish secret to a balanced life
Are you one of the millions of Americans who are currently rethinking their finances? If you want to reset and reevaluate not only your money but …
US customers can now purchase Teslas with Bitcoin
Elon Musk announced earlier this week that US customers can now purchase Tesla (TSLA) vehicles using bitcoin. International customers will be able to buy Teslas with …
Stay-at-home parenting has risen since pandemic began
The percentage of parents staying at home with their children amid the coronavirus crisis has risen 60% across all 50 states and the District of Columbia …
Here’s how much your teen driver could end up costing you
Adding a young driver to an existing car insurance policy costs much less than purchasing a separate policy or insuring a vehicle for which they’re the …
A beginner’s guide to Bitcoin
What does it all mean? Mining. Cryptography. Distributed public ledger. Keys and wallets. HODL, FOMO, and FUD. Cryptocurrency supporters are predicting that their digital currencies will …
These are the states doing the most with your taxpayer dollars
Every tax season, it’s hard for many Americans to stomach how high their tax bill is. Although Tax Day has been extended to May 17 this …
