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The finance world — like almost everything else — went through a major upheaval in early 2020. Credit card rewards were not immune the chaos caused by the stay-at-home orders and business closures. If you use a rewards based credit card, whether it’s cash back, points, or travel miles, you might be affected. Here are […]

There’s more to retirement jobs than being a greeter at Walmart. A growing number of people are unretiring and looking to re-enter the workforce. Sometimes it’s for financial reasons, but it’s also often out of boredom. Or just to stay active and socialize. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of American above […]

When it comes to monetary customs, tipping has to be one of the most confounding of all. The practice of giving a gratuity or tip originated in Tudor England (1485-1603). There, overnight guests in private homes were expected to provide a sum of money to the host’s servants. Since then, tipping has become a widely-adopted […]

Helping a family member or friend to secure a loan is a nice gesture. Co-signing a loan is very common, but not without its pitfalls. A poll by CreditCards.com found that 1 in 6 respondents had co-signed for someone else, whether to get a credit card or other type of loan. However, is it really […]