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Dave Ramsey shares the secrets of managing stress over rising costs of travel, gas and more

Ramsey Solutions CEO Dave Ramsey and mental health expert Dr. John Delony discuss the correlation between your money and mental wellness. Costs are rising — and so is stress among Americans all over the country. In a new telephone interview with FOX Business, Dave Ramsay, personal finance expert, eight-time #1 national best-selling author and host […]

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American household debt continues to march higher, driven by one major factor and should you tell your coworkers your salary — or keep it a secret?

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5 Mistakes I’m Making With My Money, According to a Financial Planner

I made a ton of money mistakes in my 20s and have been trying to clean things up. I finally sat down with a financial planner, and he pointed out five mistakes I’m still making. I have too much cash in savings, poor tax diversification, too many single stocks, and more. loading Something is loading. […]

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US Personal Finance Ratings Slide Amid Rising Prices

Story Highlights 46% rate personal finances positively, down from 57% last year Inflation named biggest financial problem by a wide margin Half say gas prices caused hardship; majority expect they are temporary WASHINGTON, DC — Many fewer Americans now than a year ago rate their financial situation positively and more say […]

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3 Personal Finance Habits of Gen Z That We Can All Learn From

Gen Z gets most of their financial literacy information on social media. They research the tips they find online for hours before making a decision. Unlike older generations, Gen Z will only hire a financial professional as a last resort. loading Something is loading. When it comes to money, Gen Z makes their own rules. […]

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5 Ways I Waste Money at Costco

Image source: Getty Images The trick is to shop smart, particularly when you’re paying for the privilege. key points A Costco membership is only worth it if you don’t spend more than necessary. Utilizing Costco discounts on things like landscaping equipment and new or used vehicles can make a Costco membership worth more than how […]

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Why Financial Literacy Alone Will Always Fail

April is financial literacy month, and it’s dedicated to educating people on basic money concepts such as budgeting, saving, debt, compound interest and investing, just to name a few. Given that only 57% of adults in the United States are deemed to be financially literate, it’s certainly something we need to address. Improving the financial […]

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Can Gamification Help Teach Personal Finance?

Each month, a new survey seems to come out showing just how woefully unaware most Americans are when it comes to both personal finance and the stock market — most recently, 8 out of 10 adult respondents drew a blank when asked to explain what a bond is while seven in 10 faltered with the […]

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Definition, Types, How They Work

Savings clubs are designed to make laying money aside for a specific goal easier. They can be formal or informal and be set up differently depending on the type. Formal savings clubs are similar to regular bank accounts, while informal clubs involve community organization. loading Something is loading. Reaching savings goals for specific future expenses […]

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How Much to Tip Hairdressers | Personal Finance

Whether you frequent an upscale salon or a local barber shop, you might feel uncertain about how much to tip – and it’s no wonder. Tipping can feel arbitrary, and you might be unsure about your understanding of tipping etiquette. For instance, are there hard and fast rules around tipping, or is it up to […]