Key takeaways The Shop Through Chase program allows cardholders to earn additional Ultimate Rewards points through the portal when they shop at participating retailers. The program offers bonuses ranging from 1X to 15X points per dollar spent on eligible purchases, making it a valuable way to accumulate rewards. Shop Through…
Finding affordable car insurance can feel like an uphill battle. From 2023 to 2025, the national average cost of full coverage car insurance increased by 31 percent, drastically outpacing the rate of inflation and household income growth. Needless to say, drivers everywhere are looking for ways to save money. There…
Photography by Getty Images Key takeaways The top credit card reward programs partner with select airlines and hotels, so you can transfer points and miles from your card directly to your favorite loyalty programs. Occasionally, you can earn bonuses for transferring points and miles from a bank program to a…
Wavebreakmedia/Getty Images Key takeaways An auto loan hardship program can help if you’re facing a financial emergency and need help with your car payments. Eligibility criteria, fees and program options vary by lender. Shop around and weigh your options carefully. If you don’t qualify for an auto loan hardship program,…
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If you were to invest $10,000 in a good stock and get a 20 percent return, you’d make $2,000. But what if you could have borrowed another $10,000 to buy more stock and doubled your profits? When investors borrow money, or buy on margin, they’re…
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Retirement isn’t the end of your financial plan — it’s the beginning of a new one. With a steady paycheck no longer coming in, how you invest your money is crucial. The challenge? Keeping your money growing while also protecting it so you can reliably draw down income for decades.…
Carlina Teteris/Getty Images Personal property is a standard coverage on a homeowners insurance policy. It covers belongings like furniture and clothing, paying up to a certain limit if they are stolen or damaged by a covered peril. However, for high-value items like jewelry, fine art or musical instruments, you’ll likely…
Planning for retirement means figuring out how much income you’ll have. And for many Americans, Social Security is a big part of that. Your monthly benefit at full retirement age (67) depends on your work and earnings history. A financial advisor help you determine when to start and build a…
Delmaine Donson/Getty Images Key takeaways Many money market accounts blend the features of a checking account and a savings account. Checking accounts may offer more liquidity and in some cases, may be best for daily use. Money market accounts and checking accounts are both deposit accounts available at many banks…
Key takeaways Female entrepreneurs often face more challenges than male entrepreneurs when accessing business funding Grants specifically targeting businesses owned by women can provide valuable funding State and local agencies can be another source of funding and grants for women-owned businesses The 2024 Wells Fargo Impact of Women-Owned Businesses notes…
kate_sept2004/Getty Images Key takeaways Probate sales can offer homes at below-market value, but they may involve delays and additional legal steps. Probate homes are often sold as-is and may require repairs. You can avoid the probate process for your estate by creating a trust or owning property jointly. When someone…
Social Security benefits are a key part of retirement income for many people. You can start collecting as early as age 62, but doing so will lower your monthly payment for life. It’s important to know how early retirement affects your benefit and what the average payout is at 62…
Key takeaways States do not legally require homeowners to have home insurance, but it is usually required by your lender if you currently have a mortgage on your home. Home insurance provides financial protection from unexpected losses due to physical perils like fire and wind damage, as well as potential…
Key takeaways A corporation is a separate legal entity that issues shares (stake in the company) to owners and protects their personal liability A partnership is owned by its partners and is easier to establish and maintain Partnerships and some corporation types are pass-through entities, which means they avoid double…
Erik Isakson/Getty Images Key takeaways You can purchase a money order at a bank, credit union, at USPS locations and some stores. Money orders are generally for purchases of $1,000 or less. Money orders offer guaranteed payment and can’t bounce. Money orders can be a convenient way to pay for…
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