HBO Max might be one of the fastest-growing streaming video services despite its competitors steadily growing in number since HBO Max launched in 2020. If you are one of the streaming service’s subscribers, read on to find out what shows, movies, documentaries and more are coming to HBO Max soon — as well as those … Read more
In a surprise to no one, the Federal Reserve voted on Feb. 1 to raise its target range for the federal funds rate. The increase of 25 basis points (0.25 of a percentage point) is the smallest hike since March 2022 but is hardly expected to be the last hike of 2023. It puts the … Read more
MNBB Studio / Shutterstock.com The nation is bracing for recession. The Federal Reserve continues to steadily raise its federal funds rate in an attempt to kill inflation, and some fear an economic downturn will be an unfortunate side effect of that campaign. CEOs of major companies are especially worried that the economy will contract soon. … Read more
Africa Studio / Shutterstock.com Who doesn’t love a bargain? Scheming to get the best price — whether by utilizing coupons, sales, frequent-shopper points or other tips — is a rewarding and fun pastime. But sometimes, purchasing the absolute cheapest item in a certain category isn’t the way to go. That old saying, “You get what … Read more
Elliott Cowand Jr / Shutterstock.com There are many reasons to shop at Costco, from the free hearing tests to the flaky croissants and the $1.50 hot dog and refillable soda combo. In fact, even some wealthy and well-known people who don’t need to pinch pennies have been spotted shopping at the cavernous membership-only warehouse stores. … Read more
Investing in a guaranteed interest account is a great way to secure your money, as there is very little risk. Guaranteed interest accounts provide reliable, consistent returns and can be used for short-term savings or to supplement other investments in your portfolio. But with so many options available, it can be hard to decide which … Read more
Prostock-studio / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. Free trials are an excellent way to test out products and services before shelling out your hard-earned money. After all, who can resist testing a new streaming service, such as Paramount+ or YouTube TV? But you may not want to keep your … Read more
gpointstudio / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. People have been complaining about ticket-selling platforms like Ticketmaster for some time now. Who can blame them? Sellers often stack on dozens, if not hundreds, of dollars in fees on top of a ticket’s price. In 2022, Ticketmaster had an average of … Read more
bgrocker / Shutterstock.com Just as your homeowners insurance may cover unexpected costs, so too your car insurance could have hidden benefits. From the work of pesky rodents to damage from falling branches, many surprising auto insurance claims can get paid. Of course, policy details vary by insurer, and you’ll need comprehensive coverage to get most … Read more
Dragon Images / Shutterstock.com In a tough economy, you don’t need to pay $50 or more each month for online movie and TV streaming services, e-books and audiobooks, college courses and tax services. Not when you can access all of those online offerings for free. That’s right. Some things in life really are free, and … Read more