Money
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How Trust, Emotions and Chemistry Are Reshaping the American Workforce in 2026
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Monster. New Monster research shows that even in an era of remote work, Slack messages, and heightened professionalism, the workplace remains a deeply human environment. More than half of U.S. workers say they’ve had a crush at work, and 1 in 3 has been involved in a workplace romance. But romance is only…
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Why 72% of Americans Now Depend on This Type of Income to Survive
For decades, the standard American financial blueprint was simple: get a good job, work hard, and live off the salary. But that foundation is cracking. Today, a single primary paycheck is increasingly insufficient to cover the rising costs of modern life. A recent national survey from MyPerfectResume reveals a stark shift in the American workforce. According to the 2026 State…
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5 Side Hustles for Retirees That Don’t Feel Like Work (Some Can Be Done From Home)
Retirement may mark the end of the daily grind, but many retirees find that a little extra cash flow provides the freedom to travel more, dine out often or simply breathe easier when bills arrive. The challenge is finding low-stress side hustles that don’t drag you back into the high-pressure work environment you just left behind. You have decades of…
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If You Own Any of These 6 Things, You Could Be Making up to $3,000 a Month — Without Trying
The problem with most side hustles is that they require the one thing you likely don’t have enough of: time. Driving for a ride-share app or picking up freelance shifts trades your limited hours for dollars, which is often a recipe for burnout rather than wealth. A more efficient strategy is to look at what you already own. The sharing…
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3 Reasons Trump’s New Tax Breaks Aren’t As Good As They Seem
If you’ve been following the headlines lately, you probably think your next tax refund is about to look like a lottery win. We’ve heard a lot of talk about no tax on tips and no tax on overtime, and on the surface, it sounds like a dream for anyone working an hourly gig or waiting tables. But here’s the thing…
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4 Things in Your Garage That Can Earn Passive Income
The dream of passive income often leads people toward the high-stakes world of short-term home rentals. While the payouts can be significant, the reality involves scrubbing toilets, managing guest egos and worrying about your furniture. There is a less invasive way to monetize what you already own. Your garage is likely a graveyard for expensive, specialized equipment that you use…
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7 Common Financial Fees You Should Never Pay
If you’re still paying a monthly fee just to have a checking account, we need to have a serious talk. In an era where digital banks are fighting for your business, paying maintenance fees is basically volunteering to give away your lunch money. It’s not just banks, either. From tax prep to investment advice, there’s a whole industry built on…
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10 Household Items Selling for Surprisingly High Prices Right Now
That box in the back of your closet isn’t just taking up space — it’s sitting on potential profit. As the annual urge to declutter takes hold, many people are hauling bags to donation centers without realizing they’re giving away hundreds of dollars. The resale market has shifted dramatically recently, driven by a powerful mix of nostalgia and a growing…
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As a CPA, I Thought I Knew Social Security — Until I Retired. Here Are 5 Costly Blunders Even the Experts Make.
I’m a CPA and personal finance writer with more than 30 years of experience, which includes writing dozens of articles about Social Security. But when it came time to file for my own Social Security last year, I had to pause. I thought I knew the system inside and out. But once I moved from the theoretical side of the…
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The “Stealth Tax” That’s Quietly Saving Social Security (and Costing You Thousands)
While politicians love to get in front of cameras and argue about “saving” Social Security, there’s a quiet machine running in the background that does a lot of the heavy lifting without a single vote being cast. Most people obsess over the COLA—the Cost-of-Living Adjustment—because that’s the money coming in after you retire. But if you’re still working, you need…
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