“I’m the one who denies your claim.” That’s my go-to line at cocktail parties when someone asks what I do for a living. It’s not…
President Donald Trump’s tariffs are expected to cause the unemployment rate to rise over the course of this year, though mass layoffs aren’t expected, according to a new analysis. Allianz economists, in a report published Thursday,…
Credit Sesame’s personal finance news roundup April 19, 2025. Stories, news, politics, and events impacting personal finance during the past week. Consumer sentiment drops sharply across the boardNew York Fed survey shows worsening outlookU.S. credit scores dip slightly in early 2025Trump administration removes Democratic NCUA board membersMortgage rates spike after…
Money was tight for most Americans before the Trump Administration announced its tariff increases on April 2. Now, they face financial strains amidst a new uncertainty: What does the future hold for the U.S. economy, and what will it mean for Americans’ ability to get by? Americans’ non-mortgage debt now…
Key takeaways If someone opens a credit card in your name, you should take steps to protect your finances immediately. Start by calling the credit card issuer associated with the account and freezing your card. You can then work with the issuer to close the account. You’ll then have to…
Key takeaways If you believe there is an erroneous or fraudulent charge on your credit card, you have the right to dispute the charge and potentially have it removed from your statement. The Fair Credit Billing Act allows you to dispute a charge within 60 days of when it appears…
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Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images Key takeaways The bid-ask spread is the difference between the highest price a buyer is willing to pay for a security (bid) and the lowest price a seller is willing to…
