Latest articles by Erin Bendig
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What You Should Leave Out of Your Will, According to Experts
Are you unclear about what you should leave out of your will when estate planning? Legal experts share the 10 items to exclude.
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With Mortgage Rates Falling, Here's How Much You Could Save
As mortgage rates fall, you could potentially save thousands over the life of your loan.
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Traveling During Hurricane Season? Four Ways to Protect Yourself Financially
If you're traveling during hurricane season, which peaks between August and late October, take the following steps to protect your trip.
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What Is APY? Here's How to Score the Highest Rates
Savings Here's everything you need to know about APY, the important factor in how much your savings could earn in a year.
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Find Your Monthly Payment With This Mortgage Calculator
With our mortgage calculator, you can easily determine your monthly mortgage payment.
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Which People Tip The Least?
A new study found that while most Americans have a negative view of tipping, some are tipping worse than others.
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Mortgage Rates Are Falling: 10 Housing Markets That Could Benefit the Most
These are the top 10 metro areas where the most mortgages are unlocked by lower rates. Plus, the magic number for mortgage rates.
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Three Best CDs Still Available, Even After a Drop in Rates
Even though CD rates fell after the Fed's latest meeting, several accounts still offer impressive rates.
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Are You Part of the Shrinking Middle Class?
The share of Americans in the middle class has been dwindling for decades. Here's how to tell if you're part of the shrinking middle class.
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Get 50% off Paramount Plus and a One-Month Free Trial
For a limited time, you can score 50% off Paramount Plus — pay just $29.99.
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Disney Plus with Ads Only $1.99/Month for 3 Months
If you’ve been looking to try Disney Plus, now's a great time. But you'll need to act fast, the offer ends September 27.
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The Fed Just Cut Rates. What Should Savers Do About CDs and High-Yield Accounts?
Here's what to know about CDs and high-yield savings accounts following the Fed's first interest-rate cut in four years.
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What Is a High-Yield Savings Account?
A high-yield savings account is essentially the same as a traditional account with one key difference — it pays a higher-than-average APY on deposits.
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Three CDs to Check Out Before a Fed Rate Cut
Before the Fed cuts rates later this year, consider locking in rates on the following four CDs.
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Why Treasury Bills Are a Good Bet
Treasury bills, or T-bills, are short-term debt obligations backed by the U.S. Treasury Department, and even with rising rates for savings accounts, they're a good idea.
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How Much Umbrella Insurance Do I Need?
umbrella insurance Having too much liability insurance is better than having too little. Use our calculator to determine how much umbrella insurance is right for you.
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20 Kirkland Products Retirees Should Buy at Costco
Making Your Money Last Stretch your budget in retirement by shopping wisely for Costco's affordable Kirkland Signature store-branded products.
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Why It's Worth Getting a High-Yield Savings Account Before the Fed Meeting
If you don’t already have a high-yield savings account (HYSA), it’s worth considering before September's Fed meeting.
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Should You Get a Long-Term or Short-Term CD Before the Next Fed Meeting?
Is a long-term or short-term CD better to open before the Fed's next meeting? Here's what you need to know.
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Social Security Expands Access To SSI Benefits
Social Security just expanded access to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits and reduced the administrative burden for low-income households.
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Recently, 529s hit a new milestone — over half a trillion dollars is being saved in 529 plans across the country.
Recently, 529s hit a new milestone with over half a trillion dollars being saved in plans across the country. Why are 529 plans so popular?
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The 50-30-20 Budget Rule is a Simple Way to Save Money
Saving Using the 50-30-20 budget rule is an easy way to save. It helps you prioritize saving while paying off debt.
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What Is Life Insurance? Choose the Type That's Right
What is life insurance? Life insurance can financially protect your loved ones after you pass away. Here's what you need to know about the different types.
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Apple's Launch Event 2024: Next-Generation Apple Watches and New AirPods 4
Apple’s September 9th big event is sure to surprise and amaze with the new iPhone 16, along with next-generation Apple Watch models and new AirPods 4.
