Latest articles by Becca Stanek
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4 tips to stop overspending and start saving for the future
The Explainer These easy recommendations will have you back in control of your finances in no time
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Thinking about buying a Powerball ticket? Here are 5 better ways to spend your money.
The Explainer Odds are these suggestions will be better for your wallet
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5 tips to save on heating bills
The Explainer Follow these expert recommendations for a cozy and cheap winter
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Should you fire your financial adviser? 4 signs it's time to say goodbye.
The Explainer Breakups are never fun, but you have to protect your wallet
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How could a government shutdown affect you financially?
The Explainer The status of various food, housing, and loan programs may become uncertain if the government shuts down
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What to know when filing a hurricane insurance claim
The Explainer A step-by-step to figure out what insurance will cover and what else you can do beyond filing a claim
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How fees impact your investment portfolio — and how to save on them
The Explainer Even seemingly small fees can take a big bite out of returns
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Is another US interest rate increase looming?
feature Rate hikes resumed after a brief hiatus. What's next?
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Making the most of your credit card rewards: 4 strategies to try
If you can wrap your head around the confusing world of credit card rewards, you can score major benefits.
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5 tips to navigate the high costs of child care
A few tweaks could offer some much-needed financial relief
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4 ways to save on your prescriptions
A little flexibility can go a long way toward saving you money at the pharmacy
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How to get a start on your New Year's financial goals
feature Now is the time to review your budget, savings, investments, credit score and debt
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What's the pink tax and how much does it cost women?
feature The extra charge on women's products can significantly impact how much women ultimately pay for products marketed toward them
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Is it worth upgrading your phone? When to splurge and how to save.
feature If you're stretching your finances thin to get a new phone, you might want to think again
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Who really needs a financial adviser?
feature There are certain major life events when it's recommended to seek advice from a financial professional
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3 ways to tackle your credit card balance
feature You can try the debt avalanche or debt snowball method, consolidate your debt, and negotiate with your creditors
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When does it make sense to borrow against your home's equity?
feature Consider what you plan to do with the money and whether that will benefit you financially in the long run
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5 surprising financial habits you may want to reconsider
feature There are practices you may have introduced into your life with the best intentions that aren't doing as much good for your bottom line as you may have thought
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How to financially prepare for weather disasters
feature While you can't control the future path of Mother Nature, there are steps you can take now to protect yourself financially
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Struggling to repay your car loan? Here's what you can do.
feature Should you realize you're in a position where making your monthly payment on your auto loan is untenable, there are steps you can take to find some relief
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What homebuyers need to know as mortgage rates hit a 21-year high
feature How much longer will mortgage rates stay this steep, and what can you do to secure a lower rate if you need to buy now?
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6 tips for staying afloat financially during a strike
feature If you're in a situation where your regular paycheck suddenly isn't coming in, it's smart to know in advance what to do
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Food prices are going up. Here's how you can save.
feature Keep your tab from edging up any more than it has to on your next trip to the grocery store with these tips
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Are meal kits worth it?
feature It depends on the meal kit you choose, as well as the size of your household and how much you value convenience
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