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4 Incredibly Reliable Cars You Can Drive Until the Wheels Fall Off
Looking for a reliable car you can drive until it dies? Here are four cars, both hybrid and gas-powered, that are likely to make it …
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3 Reasons Not to Buy Gas at Costco
One perk of joining Costco is getting to fill up your car for less. But read on to see why you may not want to …
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3 Little-Known Perks of Costco Optical
Costco Optical is one of the best kept secrets about Costco. Learn more about its benefits here.
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3 Reasons Not to Shop at Trader Joe's Despite the Low Prices
Trader Joe's is a charming grocery store, but it doesn't always have the lowest prices. Learn here why some shoppers avoid TJ's.
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4 Kirkland Products at Costco Everyone Should Try at Least Once
Costco's signature brand offers a wide selection of quality products. Read on to learn about four that are definitely worth the money.
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3 Ways to Get Your Costco Annual Membership for Free
Costco makes it easy to get an annual membership for free. Learn how you can do it year after year.
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Here's Why I'm Glad I Didn't Open a CD Before the Fed Cut Interest Rates
Do you feel bad about missing out on opening a CD before Fed rate cuts? Don't. Read on for other good things you can do …
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The Days of the 5.00% APY CD Are Over: 3 Places to Put Your Money Now
Banks have already slashed CD rates, and further cuts are coming. Read on for a few better account options.
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3 Reasons Not to Listen to Dave Ramsey
Dave Ramsey's advice can be helpful, but it's not always perfect. Here's why you should find balance in personal finance.
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Here's the Average Savings Account Balance for Middle-Class Americans
It's important to have enough savings to prepare for unexpected expenses and upcoming purchases. See how much the average American has saved.
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Here's the Average Net Worth by Age. How Does Yours Compare?
Does net worth increase with age? Find out the average net worth of Americans at different life stages to see how your own wealth compares.
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Is Your Retirement Nest Egg Above or Below Average?
Having enough retirement savings is the key to your financial security. See how your retirement account balance stacks up to that of your fellow Americans.
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How Natural Disasters Impact the Personal Finances of Americans
Each year, more than 20 weather events cost the economy 1 billion dollars or more. Read on to learn how this affects Americans' wallets.
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Americans' Top Financial Priorities in the 2024 Presidential Election
We asked 2,000 Americans what their top financial priorities are heading into the 2024 election. Inflation was top of mind. Read on for more findings.
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2024 Financial Stress, Anxiety, and Mental Health Survey
Financial anxiety is widespread among Americans. Get the latest data and strategies to cope with financial stress here.
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Survey: Most Believe They're Overpaying for Their Subscriptions
Fifty-seven percent of respondents think they’re paying too much for subscriptions. Learn more about the data uncovered in our 2024 Subscription Sanity survey.
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Lottery Statistics and Revenue by State
Americans shelled out $95.5 billion on lottery tickets in 2021 and earned a prize payout of $64.3 billion. Find out if playing the lottery is …
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Survey: Car Insurance Shopping Preferences and Trends
The Motley Fool Ascent surveyed 2,000 Americans on their auto insurance shopping preferences and habits. Learn what we found out.
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