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'Tis the season to shop wisely, and your credit card can be a powerful tool in navigating the holiday spending landscape. Beyond being a convenient and safe payment method, credit cards offer many benefits for consumers to leverage during their holiday shopping. Whether you earn travel miles or cash-back rewards through your credit card, the holidays are a great time to maximize your credit spending while also ensuring financial responsibility. Take a look at the three best ways below to utilize…

Do you know what your auto insurance covers, and what it doesn't? What does "comprehensive coverage" mean? If you answered no to the first two questions, you're not alone. A recent survey by State Farm found many millennials and members of Gen Z have knowledge gaps about auto insurance. In fact, when asked how well they know their auto insurance policy, nearly half (46%) admit they don't know their policy that well, finding coverage the most confusing topic.Each year, a new generation of drivers…

Buying presents for all the little ones in your life can be challenging and expensive. How can you make sure you’re getting them the most popular toys that will leave them wowed this holiday season?Walmart is here to help. Each year, the company compiles a list of the year’s top toys that provide festive fun for kids of all ages, including a section of 25 toys under $25. Check out some of the standout presents for this season that will help you win at gift giving this year without breaking the bank.1.…

As the holiday season approaches, many of us are already thinking about how we can maximize holiday cheer while minimizing the impact on our wallets. Travel, decorations, parties, gifts — the expenses can add up quickly this time of year, and it’s no wonder that according to Bank of America data, 67% of people anticipate financial strain this holiday season.Along those lines, many are prioritizing frugality throughout the coming months, as nearly three-quarters of shoppers plan to implement cost-saving…

With many moving parts and high stakes involved, it’s essential to approach college applications with a well-thought-out plan. From planning to budgeting to submitting your application, here are seven tips for navigating the typical college application process.Create a timeline for your college application. The college application journey requires meticulous planning and ample time for execution. When you begin applying, create a timeline with clear deadlines. This way, you’ll know when you need…

More than three million small businesses were started in the first half of 2023, up nearly 6% from the first six months of 2022. While new business formation is thriving, business owners continue to face a number of challenges: Inflation (30%), hiring (17%), taxes (16%) and supply chain disruptions (16%) were all cited as top challenges for small business leaders in the Chase for Business’ Midyear Business Leaders Outlook survey."Business growth is strong and despite ongoing economic challenges,…