Category: Money Management
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Why I've Finally Been Consolidating My Bank Accounts
As I've mentioned many times over the years, I have far too many banking accounts. At this point, the number would probably be best described as "dozens" (although several of FinTech accounts I've tried have folded over time). However, in more recent months, I've found myself consolidating the number of places in which I keep my cash. While I've always maintained a few primary accounts amid my growing list of...
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How a Financial Advisor Has Helped My Family in a Terrible Time
"What's the point of having a financial advisor if everything you need to know is on the Internet?" Truth be told, that was pretty much my sentiment since I started becoming interested in personal finance. On the one hand, I understood why rich people might be willing to pay someone to manage their money for them — but why should we normies turn over our hard-earned cash just to have...
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Are People Just Now Learning About Vegas' Tricky Game Rules?
Vegas casinos want your money! Okay, that part you knew — but were you aware of some of the tricky tactics they use to try to get more of it? Earlier this week, the Wall Street Journal published a report that gamblers lost nearly $1 billion at Las Vegas Strips casino Blackjack tables last year, amounting to the second-highest total on record. Yet, the reasons cited for this increase weren't...
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7 Ways to Save Money on Streaming Service Subscriptions
Once upon a time, the idea of streaming television and movie content was not only novel but was mostly limited to just a few services — including some free ones. Well, that's definitely changed in recent years as nearly every major media conglomerate has launched its own streaming platform. And, while you'd think that the increased competition would mean lower rates, the financial realities of the medium are starting to...
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What to Do With Your 401(k) From a Previous Employer
When leaving a job with an employer, there are obviously a number of changes you will experience and decisions you will need to make about your future. One such decision that is sometimes forgotten is what to do with the 401(k) you had under your former employer. In addition to any contributions you may have made to your account, you may also have a vested chunk of matching funds or...
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Money at 30: My 2023 Tax Filing Experience
Well, it's here: Tax Day. Traditionally, this day has fallen on April 15th but — between that date falling on the weekend this year and something to do with D.C. — the official deadline has fallen on the 18th for the past few years. Naturally, despite this mild extension, I waited until *checks watch* last night to get my return in order. So, how did this procrastination work out for...
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