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Hilton Honors Dining program guide
Key takeaways Hilton Honors Dining allows you to earn Hilton Honors bonus points for dining at participating restaurants, bars and…
I’m Going to Get $3,000 Per Month From Social Security. How Can I Reduce My Taxes?
When determining your income taxes in retirement and on your Social Security benefits, the IRS uses your “combined income” and…
Tax Credits You Can Use to Reduce Your 2024 Taxes
Tax season has arrived, and when it comes to preparing your return remember this: deductions are good, but tax credits are better.Anyone…
Elevated Interest Rates Are Pushing U.S. Corporates Into Default
The current high level of interest rates will increase default rates of leveraged companies. For more than two decades, American…
The average amount in U.S. savings accounts – how does your cash stack up?
Key takeaways The median transaction account balance in the U.S. is between $8,000, potentially insufficient for a few months without…
Personal loans for college students: Should you ever consider one?
You may have used federal or private student loans to cover tuition, housing, textbooks, and other higher education expenses. Unfortunately,…
The IRS Improves Its ‘Where’s My Refund’ Tool
The IRS has made improvements to its refund tracking tool that should help taxpayers better understand the status of their…
FAFSA Delays Create A Major Problem Of Fewer Completions
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is the main way for families to access various scholarships, grants and federal…
I Have $850,000 in an IRA and Would Receive $2,800 Monthly from Social Security. Can I Retire at 65?
For many retirees, prudent withdrawals from a wisely invested portfolio combined with Social Security benefits can provide a consistent income…
What’s a good APR for a credit card?
Key takeaways A good credit card APR is a rate that’s at or below the national average, which currently sits…
