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- Six ways to watch the Olympics (without a cable package)
With more and more people cutting their cable cords in favor of streaming their favorite shows, watching the 2016 Olympic games is not as simple as turning on the TV. Here's how to do it.
- Is the ‘gig economy’ all it’s cracked up to be?
I’m not cool with the idea that my generation must cobble together multiple jobs at odd hours without enjoying a 401(k) match or paid sick time, writes Brianna McGurran.
- How not to pick a bank
A bank’s sign-up bonus shouldn’t have you rushing to give it your money. Instead, make sure it offers good checking and savings accounts, low fees, and tools you’ll actually use.
- Self-employed? Eight keys to getting approved for a mortgage
Reporting your income as a self-employed person in order to get a loan can be tricky. Here are some helpful hints on how to attain more credit when you own your own business.
- Teaching money skills at every stage of your child’s life
Research has shown that the habits and skills established in early life — even if they don’t seem directly related to money — can have significant effects on our financial behaviors and well-being later in life.
- How to help your college student with credit
Learning to manage a credit card in college can set young adults up for financial success and good credit later on in life. Here are a few tips on teaching good credit habits.
- Free honeymoon? With rewards points, it's possible.
Couples can end up spending a hefty sum on their wedding. If spent strategically, with the use of hotel loyalty programs, the money you spend on your wedding can help you score a free honeymoon.
- Can anyone compete with Amazon Prime?
Best Buy and Walmart have revamped their shipping process in order to compete with Amazon. Here's the lowdown on how the three companies compare.
- How to find the best authorized user credit card
Adding an authorized user to your card can help that person attain better credit, but only a few credit cards allow you the opportunity to limit what that authorized user spends. Here are a few of the top credit cards for authorized users.
- Maximize your United miles with these three Star Alliance hacks
Many people don't know that if you fly one Star Alliance airline, you can credit your miles to another. For loyal United customers, this means that you can earn miles and gain status without so much as booking a single ticket on United.
- Short-term care insurance policies on the rise in niche market
If you’re old enough to remember rotary-dial telephones and black-and-white television, then you’ve probably heard of long-term care insurance. But you may not have heard about short-term care insurance, which pays for the same types of services for a period of less than a year.
- National Coffee Day is coming: Freebies from Krispy Kreme and Dunkin' Donuts.
On September 29, a selection of coffee stores will take advantage of the day to promote fair trade brews and offer discounted or free cups of the good stuff.
- How fantasy football makes you a better investor
The strategies used to dominate fantasy football leagues can also make you a better investor. Theses three tactics can lead to success in your league and in your finances.
- Fear and greed can undermine DIY investment strategy
There’s a lot of advice online on how to pick stocks on your own. However, the practice of learning online and going at it alone can be unwise for investors who try to manage their own portfolios.
- Denied a checking account? What to do now.
Getting turned down shouldn’t mean having to rely on pricey check-cashing outlets or making all your purchases with cash. You still have affordable options.
- Seven common tax penalties to avoid
The IRS issues almost 32 million penalties a year. Here are the most common tax mistakes and how to avoid them.
- Finding that 'just right' fit: The best small US cities
If you're looking for a change in scenery, here are the best small US cities for families according to home affordability, median annual income, and school quality.
- My credit score is 600 — is that bad?
If your credit score is 600, things could be worse. After all, scores start at 300. But things could also be a lot better.
- Why tire sealant may not be the solution
Tire sealant can be a quick fix for a leaky tire, but think twice before using it as a permanent solution. Tire sealant can also cause damage to tires.
- Best credit card tips for August
August is a time for back-to-school sales and last minute vacations. See how you can save with these credit card tips as the summer winds down.