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Thursday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Speedier payment systems could curb your costs. Also in the news: Black Friday vs. Prime Day: How they stack up, 5 signs an online loan is a debt trap, and everything you need to know about your 2020 taxes. Speedier Payment Systems Could Curb Your Costs Real-time payments could save Americans billions. […]

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Wednesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: 5 signs an online loan is a debt trap. Also in the news: 6 surprising sales to shop on Black Friday, secrets of a Black Friday shopper, and 5 common financial fears and how to conquer them. 5 Signs an Online Loan Is a Debt Trap Things to look out for. 6 […]

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Tuesday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: Should you use miles to book holiday travel? Also in the news: How one woman paid off $51K of debt, 4 times it actually makes sense to buy miles, and what to do first when you get a raise. Should You Use Miles to Book Holiday Travel? Good idea? Or waste of […]

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Speedier payment systems could curb your costs

Here’s an illustration of the many ways slow payment systems can inconvenience you and cost you money. Let’s say Homer is two days from payday. The family checking account at First Bank of Springfield is on fumes. There’s just enough in the account, Homer thinks, to gas up his Plymouth sedan and buy Bart a […]

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Monday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: How to stop anxiety from ruining your finances. Also in the news: How to not let try-before-you-buy shopping bust your budget, a new episode of the SmartMoney podcast, and what bad money habits did your parents teach you. How to Stop Anxiety From Ruling Your Finances Knowing your attitude towards money. Don’t […]