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Senior industry analyst Ted Rossman said 47% of Americans Choosing the best rewards credit card for you this summer 07/24/2023 10:23am • This content is sponsored by PenFed Credit Union, federally insured by NCUA. Choosing the best credit card for you can be overwhelming. There are so many options to choose from that offer many different benefits. As you cruise through the summer, it’s wise to consider rewards credit cards th Nervous Republicans turn to New Hampshire in hopes of stopping Trump 07/22/2023 11:36pm • HUDSON, N.H. (AP) — They acknowledge Donald Trump's dominance, but weary Republicans across New Hampshire — even inside the governor's office — are fighting to stop the former president from winning the first-in-the-nation primary. For now, however, they're relying on little more than hope and Should you pay off student loans or invest for retirement? 07/20/2023 08:00pm • If you have student debt, you may be struggling to decide whether you should pay off your student loans or invest your money for retirement. How you should approach this question depends on your financial picture, but it is possible to work to pay off student debt while also getting on track for 5 Best Crypto Credit Cards 07/20/2023 08:00pm • There's no shortage of credit card reward programs available and a wide variety of perks to choose from, from cash back to airline miles to retail rewards. In recent years, cryptocurrency reward cards have filled a niche for those interested in earning digital currency from their card swipes. With c 6 Best Credit Cards for Couples 07/19/2023 08:00pm • You know what they say about couples who spend together? 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