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8 Personal finance podcasts worth adding to your playlist

March 25, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

  Whether you’re new to managing your finances or are looking for yet another passive income stream to fund retirement, the world of personal finance can be complicated. These seven podcasts share information from various […]

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Caring for or purchasing a dog this National Puppy Day

March 17, 2023 Charity Chukwu 0

Special to The Dallas Examiner   National Puppy Day is on Mar. 23 and social media users can expect a near constant stream of puppy pictures to take over their feeds during the day. After […]

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Avoid these top 10 common financial mistakes

March 17, 2023 Charity Chukwu 0

Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase   “Financially literate individuals use financial knowledge to make better financial decisions.”  Unfortunately, most of us don’t learn financial literacy in school. John Pelletier, director of the Center for Financial Literacy […]

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Money Matters: Understanding how money impacts individuals and communities

March 10, 2023 Charity Chukwu 0

By CHARITY CHUKWU The Dallas Examiner   “Texas has the largest Black population among the 50 states. Texas has led the nation in the rate for the business formation among African Americans for at least […]

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Make your job work for you

March 10, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

  Family Features   For some people, job dissatisfaction is the result of a crummy boss or stifling work environment. For others, the problem lies much deeper; it’s a need to reevaluate your career path […]

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Save for Your Biggest Financial Goals with These 7 Tips

March 10, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase   Saving for big financial goals can be daunting. Having enough money to eliminate debt, buy a car, pay for college, or put a down payment on a house may seem […]

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5 Top-Rated Antivirus Software Programs to Keep You Safe

March 4, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase   As you pay bills online, stream your favorite movies, and buy everything from groceries to a new car on the internet, you may not consider how vulnerable your data is […]

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Four steps to protect yourself this National Consumer Protection Week

March 4, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

Special to The Dallas Examiner   As a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening marketplace trust, Better Business Bureau knows that consumer protection is essential to maintaining a strong economy. Consumers who fall victim to unethical […]

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BBB Scam Alert: Make sure your free COVID-19 tests aren’t part of a scam

March 4, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

  Special to The Dallas Examiner   From the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, scammers capitalized on the crisis. Even now, BBB Scam Tracker regularly receives reports about pandemic-related scams. Be on the lookout for […]

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What’s legit and what’s a scam?

February 24, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

    By JIM KREIDLER Federal Trade Commission   People make up lots of stories about why you need to send them money. They might say you’ve won a prize, your family member is in […]

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Guide to Preparing Your Taxes for 2023

February 17, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

  Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase   Taxes are due in April, and while preparing a return can be stressful, working ahead of time can eliminate much of that anxiety. Don’t let the deadline sneak up […]

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BBB Tip: Buying and selling jewelry

February 17, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

    Special to The Dallas Examiner   Are you in the market to buy a piece of jewelry for you or someone special? Or do you have a piece of jewelry you’d like to […]

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How to perform your own home energy audit

February 17, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

Family Features   Running a household can get expensive. Between regular maintenance and utility costs, things can add up quickly over the course of a month. One of the most costly parts of owning a […]

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How to Reach Your Financial Goals in 2023

February 15, 2023 Robyn H. Jimenez 0

It’s still early in the New Year, and that means the goals we may have set for ourselves to accomplish in 2023 are still fresh in our minds. Whether you’re prepping to buy a house, […]

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Here’s the best tax software for 2023

February 11, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

  Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase   One of the downsides of the U.S. tax system is its complexity. Every year, millions of residents struggle to determine how much they owe, whether they qualify for a […]

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Scammer or soulmate? How to avoid online romance scams

February 11, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

  Special to The Dallas Examiner   Social media, online dating apps and matchmaking services are great ways of meeting new and interesting people for those looking for love, but beware – the people you […]

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How Social Security recipients can stay alert to cost of living adjustment scams

February 11, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

  Special to The Dallas Examiner   Each year, the Social Security Administration approves a cost-of-living adjustment – also known as COLA – for recipients of Social Security benefits and Supplementary Security Income. Due to […]

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Buying tickets to the big game or concert? Don’t get scammed

February 7, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

  Special to The Dallas Examiner   Securing tickets to popular sporting events and concerts can be difficult and competitive. Many stadiums and venues have gone to only accepting only digital tickets, making the possibilities […]

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What to know about IRS impostors and tax preparation fraud

January 27, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

  Special to The Dallas Examiner   The season for filing 2022 taxes began Monday. And while some Texas residents are planning on submitting their own returns, others are reaching out to reputable tax preparers […]

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How to Keep Your Identity Safe This Year

January 27, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

  Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase   Reported incidents of identity theft and fraud have seen a steady uptick, with 5.7 million cases in 2021, according to the Federal Trade Commission. The most commonly reported form of […]

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5 Tips to Become a Homeowner in 2023

January 25, 2023 Robyn H. Jimenez 0

Homeownership is the largest financial undertaking for most Americans and a key to building generational wealth. It can provide a base of security, as building home equity provides you with more financial options in the […]

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Manage Your Money Better This Year with These Expert Tips

January 20, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

  Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase   The new year allows you to review money management strategies and set new financial goals. Evaluating and adjusting your saving and spending habits can go a long way in […]

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Helping teens develop financial literacy

January 20, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

  Family Features   Developing financial knowledge and effective money management habits are important steppingstones for teenagers to become financially stable adults who aspire to build assets and achieve personal goals. For example, 88% of […]

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Dr. King’s quest for economic justice continues

January 14, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

  By CHARLENE CROWELL Center for Responsible Lending   (TriceEdneyWire.com) – On Jan. 16, the nation will mark its 37th national holiday honoring the life of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. – whose life […]

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How to Protect Your Purchase at a Used Car Lot

January 14, 2023 Mollie Belt 0

  Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase   If you want to buy a used car, prepare for some sticker shock. A combination of high demand and low supply, inflation, and labor and microchip shortages in the […]

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BBB Tip: New year, new goals – avoiding fraudulent exercise programs and products

January 8, 2023 Charity Chukwu 0

Special to The Dallas Examiner   The beginning of a new year is often associated with increased interest in gym memberships, at-home workout equipment and programs designed around living a healthier lifestyle. As consumers recover […]

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A nearly $100 million grant will provide funding to underserved entrepreneurs

January 8, 2023 Charity Chukwu 0

Special to The Dallas Examiner   WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Commerce launched the Capital Readiness Program grant competition Dec. 21. The grant will dedicate $93.5 million to help minority and other underserved […]

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Chase is expanding access to credit for small businesses in Dallas’ historically underserved neighborhoods

January 7, 2023 Robyn H. Jimenez 0

As part of JPMorgan Chase’s $30 billion commitment, Chase has developed a Special Purpose Credit Program to expand credit access to businesses in majority Black, Hispanic and Latino communities Chase has announced the national launch […]

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Give Yourself a Gift by Cutting Down on Unused Subscriptions

December 24, 2022 Mollie Belt 0

  Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase   Subscription services are a billion-dollar-per-month industry, according to a survey by West Monroe, which found that the average person spends almost $240 each month on subscriptions. These subscription services […]

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Congress may pass new retirement rules. These 7 changes are on the table

December 24, 2022 Mollie Belt 0

  By JEANNE SAHADI CNN   There soon may be new retirement rules in place that could make it easier for Americans to accumulate retirement savings – and make it less costly to withdraw them […]

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