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Capital Exodus: DOGE’s Federal Layoffs Spark Unprecedented Housing Hunt

6 days ago | moneytalksnews.com

Federal workforce cuts are creating a rare opportunity for homebuyers in the nation’s capital as housing inventory soars to record-breaking levels.
Are You Making This Overlooked Mistake Before Brushing Your Teeth?

1 week ago | moneytalksnews.com | Donna Freedman

Do you brush your teeth immediately after eating? If so, you’re doing it wrong. According to dental experts, your teeth need a half-hour to recover from eating before you brush. That’s because the sugars and acids in food and drinks have temporarily softened the tooth enamel. Brushing this softened surface will wear it away faster.
Here’s Why Some Remote Jobs Have Location Requirements

1 week ago | moneytalksnews.com | Bianca Rodríguez Rojas

panophotograph / Shutterstock.comEditor's Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Is this your first move into the remote job market? It can be confusing to sort through the various ways remote jobs are categorized. You may be surprised to learn that some remote jobs don’t allow complete location flexibility. And yet, there are others that allow you to work from anywhere with internet access.
Plan Your Best Retirement With These 4 Simple Steps

1 week ago | moneytalksnews.com | Kathleen Coxwell

sirtravelalot / Shutterstock.comEditor's Note: This story originally appeared on Boldin. Don’t get me wrong, planning your retirement is a complex endeavor. However, the following four-step framework is designed to put the myriad details in context and make the process easier and more meaningful without too much financial jargon, detailed formulas, or complicated strategies. Simple retirement planning is a possibility.
10 Reasons Women Lag in Retirement Planning (and How to Catch Up)

1 week ago | moneytalksnews.com | Kathleen Coxwell

fizkes / Shutterstock.comEditor's Note: This story originally appeared on Boldin. Statistically speaking, women lag behind men when it comes to being ready for retirement. Research consistently shows that women are less financially prepared. However, awareness is growing and some trends are slowly improving. The really good news? It is never too late for retirement planning for women.
6 Financial Dates and Deadlines in May 2025

2 weeks ago | moneytalksnews.com | Karla Bowsher

Life moves quickly. It’s easy to get distracted. But that can be costly. Miss an important financial date or deadline, and you could be on the hook for a penalty or lose out on a limited-time opportunity to save money. Enter our “Money Calendar” series. In this edition, we’ve rounded up the noteworthy money dates in May 2025. Take a look and mark your calendar with any dates that apply to you. And if you enjoy this series, sign up for the Money Talks Newsletter so you don’t miss the next edition.
Quick and Easy Ideas for Fundraising on a Tight Budget

2 weeks ago | moneytalksnews.com | Carole Cancler

Roman Samborskyi / Shutterstock.comEditor's Note: This story originally appeared on Living on the Cheap. In today’s world, where financial constraints often loom large, finding ways to fundraise effectively on a tight budget can seem daunting. Yet, with a dash of creativity and a strong sense of community involvement, it’s possible to achieve great results without breaking the bank.
This Little-Known 401(k) Fee Could Cost You $18,000

2 weeks ago | moneytalksnews.com | Chris Kissell

Little things can have a big impact when you are trying to build a nest egg. This is particularly true of investing fees, which can dramatically shrink the size of your portfolio over time. One of the most overlooked fees sometimes kicks in when you leave your 401(k) account behind with a former employer.
How to Conquer Your Spending With a Budget Spreadsheet

2 weeks ago | moneytalksnews.com | Eric Rosenberg

Studio Romantic / Shutterstock.comEditor's Note: This story originally appeared on Living on the Cheap. Budgeting used to involve a paper, pen and hours of work hunched over receipts and bank statements, but those days are long gone. Thanks to modern spreadsheet programs, you can make a do-it-yourself budget in just a few minutes.
14 States Getting New Trader Joe’s Stores in 2025

2 weeks ago | moneytalksnews.com | Gillian Manning

Trader Joe’s continues to expand past its more humble beginnings. Joe Coulombe had been managing a failing convenience store when he chose to try a new approach by starting a grocery store chain. His goal was to build a store for people who view food as something exciting and want more than just standard brands. He launched his first store in 1967 in Pasadena, California, and in 1979, he sold the business to Theo Albrecht’s family, who also owned the Aldi supermarket chain in Europe.