Personal finance
Most couples are ‘financially incompatible,’ survey finds. Having a money talk could help — no matter how long you’ve been together
Talking about money with your romantic partner or spouse can be tough — especially when you don’t understand or know much about how they think about money. A new survey finds that 64% of couples admit to being “financially incompatible” with their partners, with different philosophies about spending, saving, and investing their money. Unfortunately, this […]
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House lawmakers relaunch the SALT caucus. Here’s what to know about the $10,000 deduction limit for state and local taxes
Rep. Bill Pascrell, D-N.J., speaks at a news conference announcing the state and local taxes caucus outside the Capitol on April 15, 2021. Sarah Silbiger | Bloomberg | Getty Images A group of bipartisan House representatives relaunched the SALT caucus last week, calling for relief from the $10,000 limit on the federal deduction for state […]
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This 52-calendar year-aged retiree remaining the U.S. for Portugal. Here is how he spends his weekend—on much less than $40
In 2015, my loved ones and I took a vacation to Lisbon, Portugal. We immediately fell in enjoy with the attractive climate, the rattle of cable cars and trucks, and the welcoming locals. Just two days in, we made a decision to leave the U.S. and retire in Portugal — and it was just one of […]
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Pre-tax vs. Roth 401(k): Deciding which to use for retirement is trickier than you think
Prathanchorruangsak | Istock | Getty Images Whether you’re starting a new job or updating retirement savings goals, you may need to choose between pre-tax or Roth 401(k) contributions — and the choice may be more complex than you think. While pre-tax 401(k) deposits offer an upfront tax break, the funds grow tax-deferred, meaning you’ll owe […]
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IRS: Residents of more than a dozen states do not need to report ‘special payments’ for welfare, disaster relief on their federal return
The IRS on Friday issued federal tax guidance for millions of Americans who received state rebates or payments in 2022. The announcement came about a week after the agency had urged those taxpayers to hold off on filing while it determined if the funds are taxable on federal returns. “The IRS has determined that in […]
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Taylor Swift suggests admirers will ‘get on it’ to lessen egg charges. Here is why fees are so higher
Crucial Details Egg charges in December ended up at history highs for the regular purchaser. Comedian Trevor Noah requested popstar Taylor Swift if she could talk to admirers to aid minimize egg price ranges. Swift claimed they’d “get on it.” Fowl flu has been the main price tag driver, economists mentioned. When individuals may see […]
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TV prices sink ahead of the Super Bowl — here are the best deals
Nearly 200 million people will watch the Philadelphia Eagles face off against the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl on Feb. 12, which might be a good motivation to buy a brand-new television. While you might not see as many deals now as there are on Black Friday, prices, in general, have been steadily falling, […]
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How small businesses are fighting inflated credit card swipe fees
Sol Dias Ice Cream, in the Dallas metro area, draws in customers with its award-winning mango sorbet and flavors with a Mexican twist like “tequila” and “queso.” The unique flavors may be what put Sol Dias, with its two locations, on the map, but it’s a small placard on the front register that’s calling attention. […]
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Rollovers from a 401(k) prepare to an IRA: Weigh these 7 things initially
The New Road to Retirement Rollovers from a 401(k) plan to an IRA: Weigh these 7 elements to start with Revealed Thu, Feb 9 20239:00 AM EST Greg Iacurci@GregIacurci Observe Reside Resource
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These 10 metro areas are the most ‘rent burdened’ in the U.S. — New York City comes in at No. 1
Spencer Platt | Getty Images News | Getty Images New York is the most rent-burdened metro area in the U.S., according to a new report from Moody’s Analytics. A household with the median income in the Big Apple would need to pay nearly 69% of earnings to rent the averaged-priced apartment there, the research division […]
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