5-year CD at 5.25% APY — My Money Blog
BMO Alto is the online-only division of BMO Bank N.A. (member FDIC). You can only access BMO Alto products through its unique website, not any existing BMO login. As of…
CIBC Bank Agility Online Savings $250/$500 Deposit Bonus (New & Existing) — My Money Blog
CIBC Bank USA has brought back a $250/$500 deposit bonus for customers that are adding new money to their Agility online savings account (you can be a new or existing…
What I Spend On Child Care As A Parent Of Three
Ask any American with young children what their No. 1 household expense is, and you’ll hear the same answer almost every time: child care. Each family finds its own way…
Israeli AH-64 Apache Appears With Mysterious Hellfire Missile
With the current Gaza-Israel conflict now almost a month old, the Israel Defense Force (IDF) has generally been extremely discriminating about the kinds of photos and videos that it releases…
Stock Upside with 100% Guarantee to Beat Inflation — My Money Blog
Allan Roth has another thought-provoking article called Beat Inflation Handily, and Risk-Free with a very attractive proposition: Do you want an expected return of nearly 6% annually above inflation but…
Charlie Munger Acquired Podcast Interview w/ Transcript (October 2023) — My Money Blog
The Acquired Podcast has new episode with Charlie Munger. As usual Charlie was candid and dropped some truth bombs, although we never quite get to hear what he really thinks…
Does It Matter If You Sign The Customer Copy Of The Receipt At A Restaurant?
If you have ever dined out, you know the drill. After your delicious drink or meal, you’re likely going to get two receipts of your bill from your server: a…
MTG rages at “vaping groping Lauren Boebert” and “Colonel Sanders” Chip Roy as MAGA feud explodes
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., lashed out as House Freedom Caucus members on Thursday after nearly two dozen Republicans voted to shoot down her attempt to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib,…
1% of Assets Transferred w/ No Cap, Two Year Minimum Hold — My Money Blog
Robinhood is looking to gather some assets, rolling out a new ACAT Transfer bonus of a flat 1% of the transferred amount with no cap. That means a transfer of…
Target RedCard 5% Off Purchases, $50 Off For New Applicants (New Reloadable Version) — My Money Blog
(Update: New $50 limited-time offers for new RedCards, including new Reloadable version with no credit check. Offer expires 12/9/23.) The Target RedCard offers 5% off all Target purchases both online…
Why You Should Never Tell Anyone They’re ‘Bad With Money’
Most people are loath to discuss their finances with their inner circle, especially when money is tight: One 2021 Insider survey of 2,130 Americans found that money comes in dead…
Shooting kills 2 and injures 18 victims in Florida street with hundreds of people nearby
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — A fight between two groups turned deadly in Florida when a shooting in a Tampa street during Halloween festivities resulted in two deaths and 18 people…
Treasury Bills + State Income Tax Exemption = 6%+ Effective APY (October 2023) — My Money Blog
I’ve mentioned this before, but here’s a quick reminder as the tax-equivalent yields are now at 6% APY in most states with income taxes (anything 5% and up, see above…
95% of Uninvested Cash Released (Updated October 2023) — My Money Blog
Update October 2023: Peerstreet e-mailed creditors on 10/18/23 that you can get 95% of your “investable cash” back by logging into your account and manually requesting a withdrawal. It will…
Financial Experts Share Their Biggest Spending Regrets
From silly impulse purchases to unnecessary splurges, there are many types of transactions people come to regret once it’s time to pay the bills. Fortunately, these experiences can help make…
Russia launched its biggest attack in months. Huge tank losses show it isn’t learning from its many defeats, expert says
A Ukrainian strike on Russian vehicles around the village of Avdiivka, released in late October 2023 by Ukraine’s 110th Separate Mechanized Brigade.110th Separate Mechanized Brigade Russia launched its first major…
TIPS vs. Treasuries vs. Total Bond Funds, Historical Performance 2008-2023 — My Money Blog
I hold close to 50/50 US Treasuries and TIPS for the bond portion of my portfolio. This is an area where my portfolio differs significantly from most “model portfolios” you’ll…
Optimal Asset Location For Different Types of Stocks (US vs. International, Active vs. Passive) — My Money Blog
There is asset allocation (what asset classes to buy and how much) and then there is asset location (where to put those asset classes). In general, there are three overall…
Rental Car Hacks To Save Money
Renting a car is a fairly routine aspect of travel, but in recent years, the costs associated with rental cars seem to have ballooned beyond ordinary. “Rental car prices can…
Ilhan Omar breaks down in fit of rage aimed at Biden, Democrat leadership over support for Israel
Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., broke down in a fit of rage Friday aimed at President Biden and Democrat leadership over their support for Israel amid the war with Hamas. Her…