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How to build credit

Your credit score impacts nearly every area of your personal finances. Get tips on how to increase your credit score and how to stay on top of your credit report.

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What is a money order and how does it work?

When you make payments to another person, you have several options. Learn more about money orders, how to use them, and when they may be a useful form of payment.

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Taking stock: A look at how Americans are investing

Examining how Americans are redefining investing and gifting, with insights from 1,003 stock owners and retail investors.

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Now or later: Making moves toward money milestones

Financial goals can have different target dates. In this research, consumers weigh in on which milestones they're working toward and when they want to hit them.

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Financing the festivities: America’s holiday spending and saving habits

With the holiday season in full swing, the time of giving is also the time for spending. Empower surveyed 1,003 Americans to see what this season has in store for plans to both spend and save money. 

🦃 Let's dish

As merrymakers gather ’round this Thanksgiving, foodies may happily help themselves to seconds: The average price of turkey is down 22% from last year to about $1.27 per pound. For now, let’s feast on this week’s financial news.

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Variable expenses vs fixed expenses: What’s the difference?

Understanding variable expenses and fixed expenses can help you create a successful budget. Find out the difference between the two, as well as how to manage your variable expenses.

☀️ Rise and shine

Daylight Savings: Despite the name, the act of setting back our timepieces costs the nation $1.7 billion a year in productivity by some calculations. This week's newsletter shines light on inflation insulators, side hustles, and affordable cities.

Why are interest rates on high-yield cash accounts going up?

Rising costs and high inflation can take a bite out of your budget, but there is something to celebrate: High-yield cash account interest rates are also on the rise. 

Ten financial resolutions for the New Year

The New Year provides a great opportunity to check-in and see how you can potentially up your financial game. Here are ten ideas for 2024 financial resolutions.

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Deep dive into digital payment apps

Discover how digital payment apps are reshaping consumer behaviors and explore the latest trends, user experiences, and AI adoption within the U.S.

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Most affordable U.S. cities for working adults and retirees

Explore the most affordable cities for working adults and retirees based on factors like cost of living, taxes, healthcare, and home prices.

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