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A disappointing August jobs report is bad enough, but when you put that next to continued indicators of high inflation and growing concerns a 7 of the Best Cheap Dividend Stocks to Buy Now 08/12/2021 12:00am • These are the best cheap dividend stocks to buy for less than $10.When investors are looking for "cheap" stocks, many tend to gravitate toward unprofitable penny stocks because of the growth potential they offer. While it's true that some very low-priced companies eventually hit their stride and sta The S&P 500's 10 Best Dividend Stocks in the First Half of 2021 07/15/2021 12:00am • These stocks have modest yields but boast big gains this year.So far in 2021, the S&P 500 Index has jumped an impressive 16% as stocks have ridden the rebound in optimism about the American economy. 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That makes month 10 Services That Allow You to Buy Now, Pay Later 06/01/2021 12:00am • Installment plans with a "buy now, pay later" spending model have become popular in recent years -- and they'll probably gain more favor as the pandemic economy continues to shake up many households. Is this a payment method you should try? Only you can decide whether buy now, pay later is a good i 7 Great ETFs With Huge Dividend Yields 05/19/2021 12:00am • Consider these high-yield ETFs for long-term income potential.Many investors are interested in high-yield exchange-traded funds, but just like individual high-yield dividend stocks, these investments require a discerning eye. On one hand, high-yield ETFs that deliver big, regular payments can be ent 10 Best Budget Apps for 2021 05/10/2021 12:00am • Take charge of your finances.With smartphones playing a pivotal role in our daily lives, it only makes sense that they would eventually become an integral part of money management. 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