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4 Ways to Use Mobile Wallets
Smart Buying Beyond contactless payments, mobile wallets let you send money to a friend, get cash-back rewards and more.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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The Hazards of Buy Now, Pay Later
Smart Buying Breaking up payments can make a big purchase seem cheaper, which can tempt you to overspend.
By Emma Patch Published
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What to Make of Bitcoin
Becoming an Investor The digital currency has delivered dizzying gains—and is just as volatile as ever.
By Nellie S. Huang Published
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Get a Good Deal on Car Rentals
Smart Buying Get up to speed on how to snag a deal and avoid pesky fees.
By Daniel Bortz Published
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Is a Fix Coming Soon for Social Security?
Smart Buying Social Security has funding problems that the COVID-19 pandemic has made worse. What are the prospects for the next Congress and administration doing something about it?
By David Muhlbaum Published
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Anatomy of a Stock Trade: What Happens After You Click “Buy”
Becoming an Investor While trades are now commission-free to most consumers, a lot of money is still being made on penny-level differences in the process.
By Nellie S. Huang Published
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Save Money With an Electric Car
Buying & Leasing a Car Although some are still a pricey luxury, we found EVs that are fun, affordable and eligible for tax incentives.
By David Muhlbaum Published
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A Golf Course Community’s Big Variable for Retirees
Smart Buying Golf club memberships can often be a separate, and hefty, annual fee at golf communities. Here's some guidance before you tee up your retirement move to live on the links.
By Eric Butterman Published
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A Snowbird’s Preflight Checklist for Insurance
Making Your Money Last If you're spending part of the year in Florida, Arizona or any other state, seniors should follow this guidance about managing two homes in retirement.
By David Rodeck Published
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