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8 of the Best Cheap Stocks to Buy Under $10 09/15/2022 08:00pm • These stocks under $10 won't break the bank.The S&P 500 has struggled so far in 2022, providing buying opportunities in high-quality stocks. Unfortunately, quality stocks trading for less than $10 per share are few and far between. Stocks priced at this level can be a red flag for investors that What Is the Average American Net Worth by Age? 09/15/2022 08:00pm • Knowing how much money is at your disposal in your checking and savings accounts is important for day-to-day budgeting and expenses. But those figures don't account for other crucial aspects that contribute to your overall financial situation, including both liquidatable assets and liabilities, such What Is an ESOP? 09/15/2022 08:00pm • Some employers offer an Employee Stock Ownership Plan as part of their retirement plan options. An ESOP allows workers to have shares of the company's stock. If you're given the chance to participate in an ESOP, you'll want to understand what's involved before moving forward. While there are potenti How to Get a Credit Card With Bad Credit 09/15/2022 08:00pm • It's possible to get a credit card with bad credit, so that's the good news. The not-so-good news? Some of your options can be costly. But if you empower yourself with knowledge and pay attention to the fine print, you can choose a card that meets your needs without draining your wallet. As a plus, Virginia tax rebates will hit bank accounts soon 09/14/2022 05:33am • Virginia taxpayers will want to keep an eye on their bank accounts as the state is preparing to send out millions of tax rebates. "We expect to issue about 3.2 million one-time tax rebates and get these rebates to taxpayers, either in the form of direct deposit or check," said Virginia Tax Commis National Average FICO Score Is Still 716 09/13/2022 08:00pm • The national average FICO credit score did not increase between April 2021 and April 2022, according to new data from FICO. Though the average score remains solidly in the good range at 716, this marks the first time since October 2012 that the average FICO score has not risen year over year and com 10 Best Low-Cost Index Funds 09/13/2022 08:00pm • These are 10 of the best low-cost index funds to invest in.It's well documented that, net of fees, most actively managed funds underperform a stock market index like the S&P 500 over the long term. Thus, investors who accept that they cannot beat the market reliably can opt to match its performa How to Get a Refund for Federal Student Loan Payments Made in Forbearance 09/13/2022 08:00pm • Federal student loan payments have been paused since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020. Interest rates are set to 0%, giving savvy borrowers the chance to make principal-only payments toward their student loan debt. About one in five federal student loan borrowers -- including myself Tips for Living Frugally Without Looking Cheap 09/12/2022 08:00pm • Do you hate the idea of brown-bagging it as everyone else in the office goes out for lunch? Do you dread parking your old-school Camry in a lot full of BMWs? Do you hope no one sees you with your coupons in the grocery store? If so, you're not alone. "We have a very big problem with perception in th 10 Best Energy Stocks to Buy in 2022 09/12/2022 08:00pm • Energy use is evolving, but oil and gas remain in the mix.The way humans create and consume energy is changing. Coal, oil and natural gas have fueled astounding economic growth but at a high price for our health and the environment. The transition to renewable energy is underway, but the world's fac 18 tuition-free colleges 09/12/2022 08:22am • Some schools don't charge tuition. Want to go to college but wish you could avoid paying tuition? It's possible. Schools scattered across the country offer free tuition to admitted students. But read the fine print. You may have to hail from a certain state or region, or come from a low-income ba Virginia resident creates financial literacy programs for HBCU students 09/12/2022 04:46am • This is part of WTOP’s continuing coverage of people making a difference from our community authored by Stephanie Gaines-Bryant. Read more of that coverage. More African Americans are graduating college than ever before, but the wealth gap between Black and white individuals persists. Ted Da 10 Most, Least Expensive Private Colleges 09/11/2022 08:00pm • The college search is often beset with an old but increasingly difficult question for families: How can we afford it? With runaway tuition, families are paying significantly more now than they were in prior decades. U.S. News data shows that tuition and fees for the 2022-2023 school year cost an ave What a Strong U.S. Dollar Means for You 09/11/2022 08:00pm • If you're relatively well informed, you've heard the term "strong dollar" throughout your life, especially over the last several years since the value of the dollar has been steadily climbing over the last 15 years or so. But if somebody asked you to define a strong dollar, could you? Here's what yo The 2022-2023 Best Colleges Rankings Are Out: See Who's on Top 09/11/2022 08:00pm • No two students are exactly the same when it comes to the college search. Some prioritize location, academic programs, low student-to-faculty ratios or a large sports presence, while others want a school with a strong emphasis on research and internships. To help students find a school that fits the