Dawn Allcot

6 days ago | finance.yahoo.com | Dawn Allcot

Did your goals for a no-spend January or no-spend February go bust? Maybe you’d like the kinder, gentler alternative to a month-long spending freeze — a “cash-only” week. Learn More: The New Retirement Problem Boomers Are Facing I’m a Financial Advisor: My Wealthiest Clients All Do These 3 Things “It would need some real momentum to become successful,” said Thomas Rudzewick, President and CEO of Maspeth Federal Savings.

6 days ago | gobankingrates.com | Dawn Allcot |Cory Dudak

May 9, 2025 3 min Read Sergey Nazarov / iStock.com Commitment to Our ReadersGOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methodologies to evaluate financial products and services - our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our products and services review methodology.

6 days ago | thestreet.com | Dawn Allcot

As consumers stock up on everything from pantry staples to summer clothes in an attempt to beat President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs, retailers are taking advantage of spending sprees. Except for tariffs on goods from China, which have already begun, tariffs will start on July 9, 2025. That means consumers can expect big pre-tariff sales for Memorial Day. These deals might go out with a bang, with retailers making Fourth of July and the days that follow their last blast for low prices.

1 week ago | cnet.com | Dawn Allcot

Financial aid has been having a tough time lately. The Department of Education has been gutted, borrowers in default are being sent to collections and a proposed overhaul of student loans could reduce access to Pell Grants and the total amount a student can borrow. It all could leave you wondering if you should still submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The answer is yes -- you should still submit the FAFSA.

1 week ago | ca.finance.yahoo.com | Dawn Allcot

As people struggle with fears of recession, some may turn to courses with the promise of “getting rich quick” — from something like e-commerce or drop-shipping to coaching or becoming an “influencer.”Be Aware: 30 Scam Phone Numbers To Block and Area Codes To AvoidCheck Out: The New Retirement Problem Boomers Are FacingSome courses that teach you how to start or grow businesses are perfectly legit — but many others are scams. How can you tell the difference? Watch for these red flags.