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Buy now, pay later (BNPL) is a financing method that more Americans are using to make discretionary purchases, especially online ones. In fact, at least 39% of consumers have tried this option, also known as a point of sale installment loan, at least once, according to a 2021 survey from The Strawhecker Group. One of

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions are vital for all kinds of companies, especially those that are growing or very large. Companies look to software providers for help in managing all kinds of enterprise resources. Some of the biggest needs fall in the categories of accounting, financial analysis, human resource management, client relations, manufacturing, supply chain, and

Key Takeaways Ethereum is closer to switching from Proof-of-Work (PoW) to Proof-of-Stake (PoS) model.  The network’s third and final testnet, Goerli, successfully transitioned to PoS on August 11, 2022.  Ether rose 14% in 24 hours following news of the successful final merge. To transition from Proof-of-Work (PoW) to Proof-of-Stake (PoS), Ethereum finalized the third (and

Rent or buy? It’s a big decision, particularly for young professionals as they launch their careers and begin shaping their long-term financial plan. A July 2022 IPropertyManagement report found that more than 100 million Americans rent their homes and nearly 35% of them are under the age of 35, but that doesn’t mean they’re taking

What Is the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)? The purpose of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is to provide housing and community development assistance and to make sure everyone has access to “fair and equal” housing. To achieve these goals, HUD runs or participates in many programs intended to

I’m seeing a lot of artificial influences on the economy right now, including low interest rates and the statements made by Fed officials and various politicians. It can be hard to keep track of all that noise, not to mention the company-specific specific news that may affect the investments in your portfolio. It’s for that

Today, the 401(k) is a standard way that Americans save for retirement. Because these plans provide tax benefits and a potential employer match, many investors aim to “max out” their contributions, or contribute up to the IRS annual limit. For 2022, the contribution limit is $20,500 per year for workers under age 50, and $27,000

CFA vs. Series 7: An Overview The Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation is a professional credential offered by the CFA Institute. It is a globally recognized and respected credential held by more than 167,000 professionals across 165 countries, and it is regarded as the gold standard for the investment industry. Series 7 colloquially refers to

When you are looking at the investment options for your 401(k), you might consider fixed-income funds. Though these funds are a somewhat niche option for 401(k) investing, they can be useful in specific circumstances, such as if you are close to retirement and need low-risk assets to preserve your capital. In this article, we’ll explain

Penny stocks have a well-deserved reputation for low quality, high risk, and intense volatility. However, by practicing due diligence, you can discover some hidden treasures in the most unexpected places. Below, you’ll find updates on previously discussed penny stocks from this column, followed by a few new intriguing and inexpensive trade ideas that are still

Jobs in the finance industry can be lucrative. That means that they are in high demand, with requirements for entry as lofty as some of the salaries plus bonuses. For most of these jobs, an undergraduate degree is a must. Many professionals have post-graduate degrees as well, usually an MBA. Other master’s degrees and Ph.D.s

Rates across mortgage types dropped substantially Wednesday, with the 30-year average moving almost a quarter percentage point lower. Rates have swung in dramatic movements for the past week. Today’s National Mortgage Rate Averages Rates on 30-year mortgages moved lower Wednesday, declining 22 basis points for a three-day descent of 40 points. It continues a pattern

Lotteries are a big business. Hopeful individuals dreaming of huge and potentially life-changing cash prizes spend a significant amount of cash every month. Lottery proceeds help fund public sector programs, including education, park services, and funds for veterans and seniors. The Mega Millions and Powerball lotteries have become a key feature of monthly consumer spending

Pfizer Inc. (PFE) is a global biopharmaceutical company engaged in the discovery, development, manufacture, and sale of medicines and vaccines. The company serves developed and emerging markets, developing biopharmaceutical products to treat a broad range of diseases. Its business spans the following therapeutic areas: internal medicine, oncology, hospital, vaccines, inflammation and immunology, and rare disease.

Private equity is capital invested in companies not listed on a stock exchange or publicly traded. Private equity funds buy public and private companies with the goal of increasing their value over a number of years before selling them. Private equity funds typically have a finite term of 10 years or more, though their average

Amid mounting healthcare expenses, policymakers often face legislative proposals to save on healthcare costs, as they are with the proposed Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Historically, these recommendations have ranged from targeted and incremental measures to major restructuring such as to a single-payer system, or a “Medicare for all.” In the most recent proposed federal

Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk offloaded nearly $7 billion worth of shares in the company to build a cash stockpile for his legal battle with microblogging site Twitter, Inc. (TWTR), according to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings published on Tuesday, Aug. 9. Key Takeaways Elon Musk sold nearly $7 billion worth of Tesla

In its latest results, Disney said it added 14.4 million subscribers to Disney+ in the fiscal third quarter, bringing total subscribers to 152.1 million—higher than the 147 million analysts had expected. However, at the same time, its direct-to-consumer division, which includes the streaming units, lost more money than in previous years. According to Disney, rising production costs

On Tuesday, VantageScore Solutions LLC said that it would stop including medical bills that have been sent to collections in its credit scoring model, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal. The VantageScore, which was created as a joint venture between the major credit reporting agencies, is not used as widely as the

Key Takeaways The number of Disney+ subscribers came in about 4.6 million above estimates. Disney+ is Disney’s video streaming service and has grown rapidly since it first launched in late 2019, but the pace of growth has slowed dramatically. Revenue also beat analyst predictions. Source: Predictions based on analysts’ consensus from Visible Alpha Disney (DIS) Financial