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1 week ago | 
financebuzz.com | Lauren Gordon |Amanda Machado
Whether you're downsizing by choice or necessity, the process can be both challenging and exciting. The secret to success is figuring out how to maximize a small space, which might mean getting creative with your storage solutions. This way, you don't necessarily need to get rid of everything (although you might benefit from selling a few things and can earn extra cash). Here are 16 affordable items from Walmart that will make your space feel warm and inviting without sacrificing style.
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3 weeks ago | 
financebuzz.com | Natasha Colyer |Lauren Gordon
They say you're only ever as old as you feel, and when it comes to working, no one can decide when you're too old to do so. If you're over 64 and looking to bring in some extra income or are simply bored during retirement and want to do something fulfilling with your time, there's good news—many employers are looking for your skills and expertise. If you're 64 and seeking employment, we've rounded up 11 places that are looking to bring you on board.
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4 weeks ago | 
financebuzz.com | Andy Lindquist |Lauren Gordon
Gen X generally looks down on the two younger generations below them, like so
many generations have done before them. Gen Xers find their slang insufferable,
their fashion questionable, and often view them as frustrating coworkers.
However, it is undeniable that, regardless of their grievances, Millennials and Gen Z are quickly impacting the entire American job market, as employers are increasingly favoring them.
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1 month ago | 
financebuzz.com | Sarah Sharkey |Lauren Gordon
There are 71.6 million Americans who receive benefits from programs administered by the Social Security Administration.
Despite the fact that many people rely on social security for various reasons, one thing that is certain about the program is that its future is wholly uncertain. From DOGE reforms to risks of it running out, there are so many reasons why Americans are struggling to account for it in their future plans.
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1 month ago | 
financebuzz.com | Chris Lewis |Lauren Gordon |Melinda Sineriz
Eggs have become the latest fixation surrounding rising grocery prices to the point where consumers are using them almost as a marker to measure if things are as bad financially as they feel. Since January 2025, we've watched the market bounce all over the place with tanking stocks to ballooned prices. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, eggs, in particular, shot up 147%.
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Mar 26, 2025 | 
financebuzz.com | Hannah Diffey |Lauren Gordon
Like many people, I used to wonder where all my money went at the end of themonth. Even with a stable income, I often found myself feeling stretched thin. One day, after reviewing my bank statements, I realized I was wasting over $200a month on unnecessary expenses, which was money that could be going towardsavings, investments, or even just peace of mind. With inflation continuing to impact household budgets, finding ways to cut backhas never been more important.
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Mar 18, 2025 | 
financebuzz.com | Will Vitka |Lauren Gordon
Education requirements in the U.S. have changed as far as jobs are concerned. It's called educational inflation — the demand from certain employers that you need a degree, even if you don't need one to do the job. This can have serious implications for older Americans, particularly those over 60, for whom a degree may not have been needed when applying for work. Even now, according to the Census Bureau, less than 40% of people 25 and up have a bachelor's degree.
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Feb 28, 2025 | 
financebuzz.com | Jenni Sisson |Lauren Gordon
Plenty of us are looking for ways to work from home these days. But if you'renot that computer savvy, the typical work-from-home jobs — like customer supportor virtual assisting — don't appeal much. The great news is that working from home doesn't necessarily have to be in frontof a screen. If you're looking to tap into a new source ofincome that doesn't involve the stress of navigating new computer programs,here are a few ideas to consider.
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Feb 26, 2025 | 
financebuzz.com | |Lauren Gordon
Aldi has some unique quirks that not all shoppers might know if you haven't been there before. You might be unaware of great Aldi hacks that can help you save money or show up the first time without a quarter and wonder why that's an issue if you want a cart. Here are some things you'll need to know before you shop at Aldi for the first time. Longtime shoppers should also pay attention to it for a refresher before you go there again.
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Oct 14, 2024 | 
financebuzz.com | Lauren Gordon |Andrea Basse
Whether you’re downsizing by choice or necessity, the process can be both challenging and exciting. The secret to success is figuring out how to maximize a small space, which might mean getting creative with your storage solutions. This way, you don’t necessarily need to get rid of everything (although you might benefit from selling a few things, you no longer need to earn extra cash). So, what items will work in a smaller space?
