Category: financial wellness
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New Book and Website Assist Tax-Wise Use of 401k and IRA Accounts in Retirement
From Savvy Saver to Smart Spender shows how withdrawals before age 72 can reduce taxes, countering conventional wisdom NAPLES, Fla. /PRNewswire/ — Daniel McDonald’s new book, From Savvy Saver to Smart Spender, bucks conventional wisdom for retirees and people nearing or planning for retirement. While most people focus on saving for retirement, few consider how best to withdraw those savings when it is time to…
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U.S. Phones Received Over 3.9 Billion Robocalls in April, Says YouMail Robocall Index
April Robocall Volume Down Nearly 10% After March Spike IRVINE, Calif. /PRNewswire/ — In April, Americans received over 3.9 billion robocalls, keeping 2022 on pace to hit 48 billion robocalls for the full year, averaging roughly 4 billion robocalls a month. This monthly call volume marked a 9.7% decrease from March. Because April has one fewer…
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CFP Board Releases Six-Part Book on Psychology of Financial Planning
The Psychology of Financial Planning is a resource for financial planning professionals and students on a critical competency WASHINGTON /PRNewswire/ — Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) announced today the release of The Psychology of Financial Planning, a six-part book published by ALM. The book is a resource for financial planning professionals on the Psychology of…
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5 Tips to Stretch Your Summer Travel Budget
(Family Features) Many of the nation’s leading travel experts are predicting a surge in travel this summer. It’s no surprise that after months of restrictions, Americans are ready to set out on their next adventures. While popular destinations are likely to be open and welcoming visitors, the uptick in traffic combined with higher prices may…
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How to Be a Savvier Shopper
(Family Features) Whether you’re shopping online or in-store, you can ensure you’re getting the most for your money with a little extra planning. These savvy shopping tips can help you score the most savings and added benefits while you’re at it. Time Your PurchaseBefore any big purchase, spend time researching the product and retailers to…
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Realtor.com® Drives to “Close the Gap” of Homeownership in America
Realtor.com® is donating the first $100,000 to the Homeownership Council of America’s new Equity DPA Fund and matching donations of those who respond to its Closing the Gap Challenge SANTA CLARA, Calif. /PRNewswire/ — In April, we celebrate National Fair Housing Month, but data shows the realities of inequality and a history of discriminatory policies are still blocking homeownership…
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Consejos Para Ahorrar Dinero En Las Compras
(Family Features) A veces se va de compras por placer y otras veces tiene que ir por necesidad. La segunda situación nunca es tan divertida como la primera, pero si adopta un enfoque práctico en las compras necesarias para el hogar podrá ahorrar dinero y asà disfrutar más de esas compras por placer que tanto…
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New Survey from Digit Finds Nearly 3 in 5 Americans Believe Managing Their Money Is More Mentally Demanding Than Solving a Crossword Puzzle
Digit launches a new all-in-one financial app that intelligently and automatically manages your money and financial goals SAN FRANCISCO, April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Despite investing significant time into their finances, many Americans find managing their money to be too complex, according to a new Digit survey released today. In fact, nearly three in five (58%) said managing their…
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How to Figure Out Which Credit Cards You Qualify For
NEW YORK (Newswire.com) – iQuanti: Every time you apply for a new credit card, your lender will perform a formal credit check — known as a hard inquiry — to look at your report and score. Each hard inquiry damages your credit. Plus, too many within a short time frame can cause lenders to deny future…
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NEW DISQO STUDY: OVER ONE-THIRD OF PEOPLE FAIL TO ACCURATELY RECALL THEIR CONSUMER JOURNEY BEHAVIORS
The Say-Do Gap between what consumers say and what they actually do is real, putting critical business decisions at-risk LOS ANGELES /PRNewswire/ — A new study from consumer insights platform DISQO released today reveals that more than a third (38%) of consumers incorrectly recall their digital shopping behaviors – this variance is known as the “Say-Do Gap.” As the marketing…