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Visa is expected to increase some fees it charges merchants and banks for credit card payments starting Jan. 1, according to a notice last month from the processor Global Payments. That Oct. 10 notice says Visa’s “misuse” fee paid by merchants will jump by two-thirds to 15 cents, from 9 cents per transaction, while a […]
With cyber shopping season approaching for Christmas there was a report about the buy now pay later options also known as (BNPL) saying how this is very convenient for customers to be able to receive their products before paying in full, but the dark side of these options could cost more money or leave you […]
Kodak is looking to phase out its pension plan to put the company in a better financial spot. Kodak’s current pension plan covers about 35,000 people. If the company makes this move Kodak could make at least $500 million dollars and financial experts say both the company and people would benefit from it. The pension would […]
The personal finance world is awash with different strategies and challenges aimed at reducing spending, avoiding debt and bulking up savings. This time of year, you might encounter people trying out “No Spend November.” But finance experts warn this challenge is not for everyone, and there are some serious drawbacks to consider before you embark […]
Warren Buffett’s decision to reduce Berkshire Hathaway’s stake in Apple Inc. (AAPL) and cut back on other major holdings, while also increasing positions in more defensive, recession-resistant stocks like Ulta Beauty (ULTA), has certainly sparked a lot of debate among investors and analysts. Given Buffett’s reputation for making long-term, value-driven investments, many are now asking […]
With Halloween creeping up, consumers are preparing to enter the season of budget horror — otherwise known as holiday spending — that starts in October and runs through the rest of the year. But given inflation’s impact on people’s budgets, Americans may get more tricks than treats this year. In fact, according to our newest survey […]
Slow Sticker Shock when looking at items over the last 4 years, what they cost in 2019 compared to 2024 will have you seeing double. CBS News is tracking the change in prices of everyday household expenses — from food at the grocery store to utilities and even rent — across the country. Drawing from […]
NFL games have become some of the top events for sports betting, taking in a revenue of more than $11 billion since January of this year. So, for the money that New York State collects in taxes from sports betting companies, where does the money go? A lot of the money goes to funding education. […]
1. Not Budgeting Effectively Many Americans fail to create or stick to a budget, which can lead to overspending and financial stress. 2. Ignoring Emergency Savings A significant number of people do not prioritize building an emergency fund. Financial experts recommend saving at least three to six months’ worth of living expenses to cover unexpected […]
The Mayor’s Office of Financial Empowerment, in partnership with the New York State Comptroller’s Office and the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants will conduct free financial wellness workshop from noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 12, at the RIT Downtown Center for Urban Entrepreneurship, 40 Franklin St. Downtown. Participants will have the […]
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