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Tarra Jackson

Most Americans Save Wrong and It’s Costing Them

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 You may be saving, but are you doing it right? 

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Advertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. Employed Americans say they save 23% of their take-home pay, on average, according to a NerdWallet survey of more than 2,000 U.S. adults. But many aren’t saving with a clear plan. The findings suggest that while many…

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Can You Dodge Toyota Price Hikes Coming in July 2025?

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 Toyota says tariffs aren’t to blame, but a smart move now could save you later. 

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Advertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. Toyota is raising prices on several popular models in July. If you are planning to buy a new car, you may want to pay attention. The automaker announced price hikes averaging $270 for Toyota vehicles and $208 for Lexus…

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Emergency Fund Fail: Fed Survey Shows Millions Still Vulnerable to a $400 Surprise

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 Are you one unexpected bill away from financial disaster? 

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Advertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. Despite signs of recovery and slowing inflation, millions of Americans remain financially exposed. According to the Federal Reserve’s latest survey, only 63% of adults say they could cover a $400 emergency expense using…

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How to Buy a Used Phone and Save (Without Getting Scammed)

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 Use these tips to get a used phone without getting ripped off. 

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The secondhand smartphone market (like secondhand goods in general) has gotten a bad rap. Horror stories about failing batteries and shady sellers might make you hesitant to buy used phones. But here’s the reality: it is a legit way to save money. Our guide will walk you through everything you need to know — from understanding why smartphones have gotten so expensive to knowing where to shop…

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40 Remote Companies With 4-Day Workweek Jobs

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 These companies are embracing the benefits of a four-day workweek. 

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When you think of a full-time role, you likely think of working 40 hours per week — eight hours a day, five days a week, to be exact. And it’s understandable, since this work schedule has been the gold standard for about 100 years. But times are changing. There’s a greater desire for better work-life balance and more work flexibility, and thankfully, employers and employees are rethinking what…

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After the Strike: How the Iran Conflict Could Reshape Your Financial Outlook

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 Gas prices, inflation, and more could shift quickly as U.S. – Iran tensions escalate. 

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Markets are set to reopen after a tense weekend marked by escalating conflict in the Middle East. Following Saturday’s U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, global financial watchers are assessing how this sudden escalation could ripple through the world’s economy. This weekend’s events have serious humanitarian consequences for those directly impacted, but we’ll focus on the…

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