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Best Credit Cards to Use at Costco in 2024

If you live near a Costco, you probably already know how valuable your membership to this warehouse club can be. However, Costco doesn't accept all credit cards for in-store purchases. Find out which ones they accept, and whether your current card is one of the best credit cards to use at Costco.

Is RIP Medical Debt Legit?

Did you or someone you love get a letter from RIP Medical Debt? Were you skeptical about whether the debt was truly forgiven? Read on to learn whether this organization is legit or the start of another scam.

What Is a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)?

A flexible spending account is a tax-advantaged savings program for medical expenses. Your contributions are pre-tax dollars that reduce your taxable income. There are annual contribution limits, and your unused funds may expire at the end of the calendar year. Here is a closer look at the flexible spending account and how it works.

How Are Job Bonuses Taxed?

The annual bonus has to be one of the best workplace benefits. After all, you can do plenty of things with a few extra dollars in your pocket that you don’t have to work extra hours for. This guide covers how bonuses are taxed and how you might be able to minimize your tax bite.

Mistplay Review: Is It Legit? Can You Really Make Money Playing Games?

If you have an Android phone, you can make money playing games through Mistplay. The mobile app features the latest games in a variety of categories. The points you earn can be redeemed for cash and gift cards. In this Mistplay review, I let you know how it works and how much money you can make, realistically.

Buying a Car After the Lease Is Up: What You Need to Know

If you're leasing a vehicle, you may be wondering whether you should buy it out at the end of the lease term. But is buying a car after the lease is up a good idea? The answer to that question is that it depends on various factors.

What Is Fat FIRE? Living Large in Early Retirement

If you've been spending much time reading personal finance blogs, you're probably aware of something called the FIRE movement. FIRE, in this case, is a moniker for Financial Independence, Retire Early. There are different FIRE versions, but Fat FIRE is like early retirement on steroids. That is, it's full-blown FIRE and not one of the watered-down variations.

American Express Serve Card Review

The American Express Serve Card is a prepaid debit card that helps you avoid hidden bank fees when you buy something, make deposits, or initiate an ATM withdrawal. You can also get multiple cards for various purposes. In this American Express Serve Card review, I cover all of the key features and help you pick the best card.

How to FI: How to Create a Path to Financial Independence

Financial independence is a shared desire of millions of people. There’s even a moniker for it – F.I.R.E., which stands for financial independence, retire early. But how does one achieve FI? After all, it’s just a theory unless you have a plan in place to get there. Let's find out.

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