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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Is this a scam? Red flags to watch out for Financial scams are on the rise. More than $8.8 billion was lost to scams in 2022 — more than 30% greater the previous year. Here are nine of the most common scams to watch out for, as well as what you can do to help protect yourself from financial scams.
Being smart in a digital society In a digital society, money moves at the click of a button, but so do scams, frauds, and financial exploitation. Learn how you can keep up, safeguard your assets, and navigate the nuances of online money management.
Purchasing power: what it is and how it works Purchasing power, or buying power, refers to how much you can buy with a specific amount of money. It goes up and down over time according to various economic factors. Find out how to mitigate risk to your purchasing power.
More than a third of fans will cut back on football expenses If you’re like most Americans, you’re definitely ready for some football. But is your wallet? From betting to managing your fantasy team to watching the big game every weekend, focusing on the X’s and O’s of your savings strategy can help you keep pace with your long-term goals and build a winning game plan for your future.
How to manage a windfall Suddenly coming into cash can be exhilarating (just ask the new winner of the $1.6 billion-plus Maga Millions jackpot), but it can pitfalls. Get our take on a few general guidelines for how to deal with a large windfall.
What is financial liability? Find out what personal and business financial liability is, how to identify liabilities from expenses and assets and how to maintain a healthy financial status.