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We Name the Best Place for Unemployed
posted: 14 HOURS 32 MINUTES AGOcomments: 0
filed under: Recession, Make More
The state offers the highest unemployment benefits cap per month, and also extra payments for dependents. That beats what our blogger is getting in California! Also see: Jobless Benefits Extended
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Unemployed businessman Paul Nawrocki of Beacon, N.Y., walks through New York's Times Square wearing a sandwich board seeking work.
Today's Higher Cost of Living
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The country was still absorbing the tech bust in January 2001. But as the Nasdaq tumbled, things weren't so bad for consumers: A crisp one-dollar bill could still be traded for a dozen eggs and a twenty could fill the gas tank. BusinessWeek compared the prices of 25 items then and now* to better understand why middle-income families are feeling so squeezed.
Beware of Renting Your Vacation Home
posted: 10 DAYS 23 HOURS AGOcomments: 0
filed under: Economizer, Make More, Home Insurance, Mortgages
Homeowners who are lucky enough to have a vacation place are probably thinking a lot these days about making some extra cash from their investment. But that potential for profit doesn't come without great risk and responsibility. Here are some things to consider before you take the leap.
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Saving Bonds Get New Rate Hike
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The Treasury Department was very kind today to those who are looking for a solid investment in savings bonds, raising rates on the bonds issued now through April 2009. It might not seem like a huge percentage jump on paper, but Jack Quinn of Savingbonds.com explains why this is big news for your wallet.
Savings Bonds Aren't Sexy, Just Smart
posted: 29 DAYS 1 HOUR AGOcomments: 0
filed under: Investing, Banking, Economizer, Get Deals, Make More, Recession
You probably haven't thought about savings bonds since your high school graduation, but with all that's going on with the markets, it's time to take a second look. Jack Quinn of SavingBonds.com previews and upcoming rate change and the phenomenal return that bonds can offer (especially in contrast to the Dow).
Retirees Worry About Their Annuities
posted: 29 DAYS 1 HOUR AGOcomments: 0
filed under: Investing, 401(k), Economizer, Make More, Insurance, IRA, Recession, Retirement, Retirement Advice
It's a seemingly simple question: Is my annuity safe? But today, the answer is complicated and anxiety-provoking, thanks to situations like the one with AIG. But Ken and Daria Dolan are here to help you sort through the details. Check out their video answer:
Where to Put Your Money Now
posted: 39 DAYS 2 HOURS AGOcomments: 0
filed under: Investing, Make More, Retirement
Personal finance expert Daniel R. Solin shares 10 safe places to stash your money right now, and the surprise is that your best options right now include a lot more than just stuffing your mattress with cash.
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| Type | Current | APR |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Month CD | 2.79% | 2.83% |
| 6 Month CD | 2.90% | 2.94% |
| 1 Yr CD | 3.42% | 3.48% |
| 5 Yr CD | 3.85% | 3.93% |
| 1 Yr Jumbo CD | 3.55% | 3.61% |
| MMA | 3.17% | 3.22% |
| $10K MMA | 2.62% | 2.66% |
| $25K IRA MMA | 2.96% | 3.01% |
| Jumbo IRA MMA | 3.06% | 3.11% |
| Interest Checking | 1.25% | 1.26% |
Savings Accounts Data Provided by Bankrate.com
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When looking for retirement help, start with an understanding of the fundamentals. Retirement help begins with the basics of maximizing benefits.
- Your Social Security Benefits
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Don't know the difference between an APR and APY? Want to know which options are available for savings accounts? Click below to find those answers and more.
- Saving for the Future
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