Marco Bottigelli/Getty Images Traveling internationally can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but comes with its fair share of challenges. One of the best ways to prepare for international travel is to have a credit card specifically designed for it. Not only do these cards offer rewards and perks, but…
Because annuities are designed to provide long-term income, accessing funds too early can trigger an annuity early withdrawal penalty. Insurance companies typically impose surrender charges if you withdraw money within the first several years, and the IRS may add a 10% penalty on withdrawals before age 59 ½. These costs…
Key takeaways APR reflects the total annual cost of a personal loan, including both fees and interest. Many lenders state their APR online to make it easier to compare before you apply. Your APR will be based on your credit score, income and other financial factors. The annual percentage rate,…
Pensions and 403(b) plans represent two distinct ways to save for retirement, each with its own structure and advantages. A pension provides a predictable income stream in retirement, usually funded and managed by an employer. A 403(b), on the other hand, relies on employee contributions and investment growth, giving individuals…
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Key takeaways IHG One Rewards points are worth approximately 0.7 cents per point, per our recent valuations. However, members may get more or less value for their rewards depending on how they redeem them. There are several ways to maximize IHG One Rewards points for more value, including being flexible…
As you progress through your career, your income investment strategy should evolve to balance growth opportunities with risk management. In your 20s and 30s, you might embrace more aggressive allocations. This means a higher percentage of stocks to capitalize on long-term growth potential. By your 40s and 50s, there’s a…
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Smoking and using tobacco in other forms can be hazardous to your health, and may also cost you money when you are considering the purchase of life insurance. Insurers assess the risks they will take on when they insure you, and the increased risk of illnesses such as cancer and…
Crispin la valiente / Getty Images Key takeaways The SBA backs a set percentage of SBA loans, so they charge lenders a guarantee fee in case a borrower defaults. A lender may roll the guarantee fee into the total loan amount or deduct it from the approved amount before funding.…
Key takeaways Rewards credit cards that offer travel-related benefits often come with restrictions on what’s considered a travel purchase. In addition to issuer-specific rules, merchant category codes affect whether individual purchases code as travel transactions. If an individual transaction does not code as travel, you won’t earn travel-category rewards or…
Key takeaways A secured loan uses an asset as collateral to back the loan. Securing a loan with collateral can result in lower interest rates, higher loan amounts and better terms. If a business defaults on its loan, the lender can seize the asset to recover its losses. One of…
Investing is a must if you’re looking to build wealth and achieve long-term goals such as retirement. At its core, investing involves sacrificing present consumption to increase future consumption. However, despite its supposed simplicity, investing is not easy in practice. Emotions can cloud rational judgment, which can lead to poor…
Can You Find It At a Thrift Store? Clothing prices, like everything else have increased substantially and trying to buy everything brand new will put a serious dent in your budget. Consider going “thrifting” for some of your workplace clothing. Not only will you save a significant amount of money,…
Israel’s attack on Iran is the latest geopolitical event investors have faced in recent years, alongside others such as the election of Donald Trump and an assassination attempt on him during the campaign. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the ongoing Israel-Hamas war also sparked market reactions. It’s well known that…
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