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Finance nerd, extreme cheapskate. Lover of dogs, books, and sarcasm. Freelance finance writer and editor. Too verbose for Twitter.

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How One Company Is Using AI To Transform Manufacturing

How One Company Is Using AI To Transform Manufacturing

Forbes Advisor — From ChatGPT in classrooms to driverless cars on the roads to oddball memes sweeping Facebook, AI is marching its way into more parts of our daily lives. But one industry has been relatively untouched by the AI revolution: manufacturing.

Consumer debt by gender: Is there a difference?

Consumer debt by gender: Is there a difference?

Auburn Citizen — It's hard to believe that in 2023 there's still no law requiring that men and women be paid equal wages for equal work. According to the U.S. Department of labor,

Is an MBA worth it?

Is an MBA worth it?

Yahoo Finance — Consider the cost as well as your salary potential to decide if an MBA is worth it.

Understanding Social Security Benefits

Understanding Social Security Benefits

Forbes Advisor — Social Security is the largest social insurance program in the United States, and most of us will fall within this safety net at some point in our lifetimes. When you think of Social Security beneficiaries, you probably imagine retirees enjoying their golden years. In reality, Social Security pay

How Did COVID-19 Affect The Housing Market? | Bankrate

How Did COVID-19 Affect The Housing Market? | Bankrate

Bankrate — The pandemic had profound impacts on real estate, many of which are here to stay even now that it's no longer as big a part of daily life.

Misery All Around: Social Security And The Debt Ceiling

Misery All Around: Social Security And The Debt Ceiling

Forbes Advisor — It's never a good thing when politicians use the full faith and credit of the United States as a bargaining chip. But for the one in five Americans who receive a monthly check from Social Security, the current political standoff in our nation's capital is nothing short of ominous.

How Secure Act 2.0 Changes Retirement

How Secure Act 2.0 Changes Retirement

Forbes Advisor — America is facing a retirement crisis. Surveys conducted by the Federal Reserve have found that only 75% of non-retirees have any retirement savings whatsoever, and only 40% feel that their retirement savings are on track. Secure Act 2.0 is Congress's latest attempt to address this pressing issue

11 Tips To Catch Up On Your Retirement Savings (edit)

11 Tips To Catch Up On Your Retirement Savings (edit)

Forbes Advisor — Are you feeling behind on your retirement savings? You are not alone. Only 31% of people feel they are saving enough for retirement, according to the Federal Reserve. With wages failing to keep pace with inflation, it's hard to save for the future when you're struggling to survive the present.

How To Choose A Financial Advisor

How To Choose A Financial Advisor

Forbes Advisor — Are you seeking assistance with your financial management? If so, you're not alone. Many Americans could benefit from financial guidance. In fact, according to the National Financial Educators Council, the average American incurs a cost of $1,500 per year due to a lack of personal finance knowledge.