Kristin Hitchcock - Writer for 24/7 Wall St.
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Warren Buffett, the “Oracle of Omaha,” is synonymous with legendary investment success. His company has grown into a behemoth, and his personal net worth is staggering. But there’s more to...
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Social Security is a cornerstone of financial security for millions of Americans, providing a steady income stream throughout retirement. Over 70 million Americans receive benefits from the program,...
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Portugal is a land of sun-drenched beaches and delectable cuisine. But before you jump on the next plane, how much does a getaway to Portugal cost? Whether you’re a backpacker with a shoestring...
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The Supplemental Security Income program is a lifeline for millions of Americans. According to the SSA, over 7.5 million people rely on SSI payments – most of whom are disabled. This program also...
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Forget legacy brands – it’s the challengers who are taking the business world by storm! According to a new report by Yelp, upstate companies are leading the pack in terms of growth and consumer...
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Most retirement dreams are built on the foundation of financial security, and for many Americans, Social Security benefits are the cornerstone of that security. However, many retirees are surprised...
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Navigating the world of benefits programs can feel like trying to decipher a secret decoder ring. If you need a helping hand to make ends meet, you may be surprised to find out that getting help...
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Millennials tend to have pretty adventurous palates, but there are some drinks that they just don’t like! From sugary concoctions to bitter brews, get ready for a countdown of the 24 beverages...
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Some car companies are well-loved by millennials, like Honda and Subaru. But others aren’t so well-loved. YouGov surveyed millennials to determine which car makers millennials like most. In many...
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Our planet is incredibly vast, with everything from rainforests to very dry deserts. Due to their locations and precipitation patterns, some areas just don’t get that much moisture. And you may be...
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It’s no secret that millennials watch a lot of TV, but that doesn’t mean they like all TV. We dove through YouGov’s survey on the most popular TV networks and found some millennials did not...
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Most companies determine their success based on their profit. But some look at a different metric: profits per employee. In this metric, companies look at how much profit they make for every employee...
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Social Security is a vital safety net for millions of American seniors. Around 70.6 million people receive benefits from the program, according to the Social Security Administration. That’s a...
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Uncle Sam might take a bite out of your paycheck everywhere in the U.S., but that doesn’t mean the taxman takes the same size chunk in every state. While federal taxes do stay consistent across all...
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Forget chasing the hippest trends; these days, news for Baby Boomers is all about comfort food – familiar faces, reliable sources, and headlines that don’t require a decoder ring. Interested in...
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