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Traditional vs. Cutting-Edge Economy
Our economy is changing quickly. These days there are far more options in how to catch a ride somewhere, where to find lodging for the night and make other economic decisions. Is the share economy for you? Kylee Zempel examines … Continue reading
Identity Theft in the Digital Age
Identity theft does not just happen because someone found your Social Security number or hacked into your bank. Dino Bizzarro explains the latest tactics hackers and thieves are using that you may even realize are a risk.
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The Benefits and Drawbacks of Crowdfunding
Crowdfunding offers a convenient and effective platform for raising money, whether for a medical emergency or launching a new business. What are the best ways to stand out when using crowdfunding options and how can potential donors determine which causes … Continue reading
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Online Payment Systems
Americans are using less and less cash because paying with smartphone apps are so convenient and are accepted in more and more places. What are these different options, how do they differ from one another, and how can you protect … Continue reading
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Credit Cards: Choosing the Best Option
Picking a credit card is one of the first major financial decisions a young adult makes, but not all credit cards are alike. Low interest rates, getting cash back, security, and accumulating airline miles or other perks are all incentives … Continue reading
Hidden Taxes: The Unseen Costs
You pay taxes without even knowing it, and it happens a lot. From the gas pump to your cell phone bill, taxes are secretly bumping up the totals you pay. Micah Rate details how hidden taxes impact our lives in … Continue reading
The Financial ABC’s of Starting A Small Business
Can you start a small business with just a little bit of money or do you need to raise a lot before getting started? What parts of a business are worth spending money on and which parts are less important? … Continue reading
Long-Term Investment
Planning for retirement doesn’t sound like much fun when you’re still in school but getting started as soon as possible can make a big difference because the banking bonanza known as compound interest. Jenna Suchyta walks us through the wide … Continue reading
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