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Image Source: Pixabay Editor’s Note: At the end of this article are actions you can take to safeguard your finances and advocate for Social Security. Since its inception 85 years ago, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has never missed a payment to beneficiaries. However, the hatchet job the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has taken…

Wondering if Credit Karma is really accurate or safe to use? With millions of people checking their credit through free apps and websites, it’s fair to ask whether Credit Karma is actually giving you useful information or just showing you ads. Credit Karma promises free credit scores, weekly updates, and personalized financial recommendations with no…

Car Repairs Image Source: 123rf.com As a former mechanic, I can tell you that there are some car parts that frequently get neglected. However, ignoring some of the key components of your vehicle can lead to some seriously expensive repairs. Being proactive will help keep your car on the road longer. So, if you are…

Lululemon Q4 earnings On Thursday after markets closed, Lululemon reported fourth-quarter net income of $748.4 million, up from $669.5 million in the same period a year earlier. (All figures in U.S. dollars.) The company says the profits amounted to $6.14 per diluted share, up from $5.29 per diluted share in the fourth quarter of 2023.  Net…

Man taking money from cash machine outdoors, closeup view. Many ATMs across the country will only give out 20-dollar bills. If you’re withdrawing a large sum of money, this can be pretty inconvenient. Nothing is more frustrating than trying to shove a huge stack of small-dollar bills into your wallet or purse. Instead of settling…

Men’s Topics Photo by Sweet Life on Unsplash Late nights, bar tabs, and hangovers used to define a typical weekend for many men. But there’s a cultural shift happening—early mornings and protein smoothies are quickly replacing beer pong and sleep-ins. Across the globe, more men are trading nightlife for discipline, fitness, and early morning routines.…

And don’t forget: Canadian healthcare coverage eventually expires for expats. According to the CRA, your provincial health plan might cover some of your medical expenses outside the country should you get injured or sick, but you’ll have to pay those fees up front. And after six to eight months, your coverage becomes invalid.  “I’m always…

Image Source: 123rf.com Over the past decade, financial influencers—also known as “finfluencers“—have taken social media by storm. With engaging content, trendy buzzwords, and flashy lifestyles, many appear to offer easy answers to financial freedom. Platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube have made it easy for these personalities to reach millions. While some offer helpful tips…

Cars Photo by Andrew Akabane on Unsplash Millennials, once seen as the Uber-taking, car-avoiding generation, are now reshaping the collector car market. With more disposable income and a passion for nostalgia, they’re chasing the cars they grew up idolizing in video games, movies, and on the streets. These buyers aren’t after museum pieces—they want to…

This isn’t a list of any old brokerages, we looked at brokerages that are true alternatives to Robinhood: They must offer free trades No account maintenance fees Preferably a nice little sign-on bonus Did not restrict the trading of any stocks (before being required to by their clearinghouse) Here are the best Robinhood alternatives: Webull…