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As tech extends to personal finance, CNET's experts share news, advice and recommendations for making the best financial decisions.
Your house is worth more than what you paid for it: Here are 4 ways to tap into your home equity
Skyrocketing prices are giving homeowners lots of options.
Farnoosh Torabi joins CNET as Personal Finance expands
Farnoosh and her popular So Money podcast are joining the CNET family.
Best Bitcoin and crypto wallets for 2021
The safest and most secure places to stash your cryptocurrency.
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Saving Money
Get expert tips on how to save money and budget every day while building your savings.Buying a House
From mortgages to building credit, CNET guides you to your dream home.Paying Off Debt
Grow net worth by paying off debt with expert tips on student loans, credit cards and more.Work and Career
Get tips to land your dream job, get a salary increase and earn more money.Retirement
From 401Ks to roboinvesting, our expert advice sets you up for long-term wealth.Credit Cards
See allCash back credit cards for Netflix lovers (and Disney Plus, HBO Max and other streaming services)
Rein in your streaming budget with a cash back credit card. Here are six top cord-cutter cards compared.
How to get TSA PreCheck, Global Entry and Clear for free
Ready for that long-overdue vacation? You don't need to pay to skip the security line at the airport.
'No-limit' credit cards: What they are, how they work and how to get one
For the credit score elite, these credit cards have fewer limits.
How to get out of credit card debt
Strategies to pay your debt quickly and easily.
Best airline credit card for September 2021
Earn miles toward a free flight when flying with your preferred airline.
Banking
See allSquare adds more tools for small businesses, in banking push
The company says its new tools let payments, banking and cash flow "work as one."
Wells Fargo is shutting down all lines of personal credit
The bank warns customers that the account closures "may have an impact" on their credit scores.
The cash flow banking method: Everything you need to know
Borrow interest-free from your own insurance policy instead of a bank. Yep, that's a thing. Could it work for you?
Biden proposes IRS disclosure of all crypto transactions $10,000 and up
As part of an $80 billion effort to update IRS auditing abilities, the American Families Plan wants to bring crypto transfers into the light of day.
Google Pay revamps with new focus on managing bank accounts and finances
The search giant, trying to overcome privacy hurdles, says it won't share transaction information with other parts of Google.
Investing
See allEl Salvador and Bitcoin: Everything you need to know
The nation is the first to officially adopt a cryptocurrency as legal tender. The world is watching the rocky rollout in real time.
Best robo-advisors for September 2021
Is 2021 the year you start investing? Try it out with one of the best robo-advisors available right now.
Cryptocurrency pump-and-dump schemes: Everything you should know about these scams
Don't be the victim of a rug pull.
The history of hacking ransoms and cryptocurrency
Malware attacks across the globe now come at whirlwind speed.
Best Bitcoin and crypto wallets for 2021
The safest and most secure places to stash your cryptocurrency.
Mortgages
See allHow to find help after Hurricane Ida
If you've been affected by the storm, here's everything you need to know about federal, state and local resources.
6 tips for buyers in competitive real estate markets
It's a seller's market. Here's how to improve your chances.
CNET mortgage calculator: How much house you can afford
Figure out whether your dream home fits your actual budget.
Your house is worth more than what you paid for it: Here are 4 ways to tap into your home equity
Skyrocketing prices are giving homeowners lots of options.
Everything you need to know about cash-out refinancing
Wondering how you'll ever afford to remodel the kitchen? Cash-out refinancing might be the answer.
Loans
See allPayPal's Pay in 4 lets you pay off purchases over time. Here's how it works
PayPal's new interest-free microloan service lets you pay off purchases of up to $600 in four installments. Here's how it works.
Biden's student loan forbearance ends in September. Here's how you can prepare
It's getting close to payback time.
All the different types of home loans you should know about
Are you looking for different types of mortgages for your new home purchase? See which one makes sense for you.
Coronavirus hardship loans: What they are, how they work and how to get one
Everything you need to know about loans for people affected by the COVID-19 epidemic.
Tax Day 2021: How student loans affect your taxes
Student loans might help come tax time -- or you could face a higher tax bill.
Insurance
See allBest car insurance companies for 2021
Auto insurance is essential for safe, legal driving.
Flood insurance: What it costs, what it covers -- and what it doesn't
Even if you're not in a high-risk flood zone, coverage could save you tens of thousands.
Best life insurance companies for 2021
Everything you need to know about the best type of policies and the insurance companies that sell them.
10 car insurance terms you need to know
Knowledge is power when it comes to buying car insurance, and understanding the legal terms can help guarantee you get the coverage you need.
Best car insurance for military and veterans to buy for 2021
These are the best military and veteran car insurance companies based on premiums, costs, benefits, discounts and region.
Taxes
See allThe third monthly child tax credit check is a few days away. Everything parents need to know now
The child tax credit portal can answer most questions about the upcoming Sept. 15 payment. We'll explain.
Still no unemployment tax refund? 10 things to know about your IRS money
Not sure what's happening with the tax break on 2020 jobless benefits? Here's how to access your tax transcript to check the status of your refund.
September child tax credit payment: How much will your family get?
Use CNET's calculator to make sure your family is getting the right amount on Sept. 15.
Child tax credit portal: How this IRS online tool helps parents manage payments and opt out
Here's how the IRS portal for child tax credit payments can come in handy if you need to update your information or opt out.
Haven't got your tax refund yet? What to do if your IRS money is delayed
The IRS doesn't have any scheduled payout dates for delayed tax refunds, but here's how to get a clue of where your money is.
Your Money
See all4th stimulus check update: $2,000 petition, $1,000 for teachers, $600 in California
Many California residents can expect a stimulus payment this month, and millions of families will receive another child tax credit check on Sept. 15. But could Congress approve more money?
Federal unemployment benefits have now ended. Will they be extended?
Now that enhanced pandemic aid has expired, more than 11 million people will get a smaller check -- or be without jobless benefits entirely. Here's what to know.
The third monthly child tax credit check is a few days away. Everything parents need to know now
The child tax credit portal can answer most questions about the upcoming Sept. 15 payment. We'll explain.
Still no unemployment tax refund? 10 things to know about your IRS money
Not sure what's happening with the tax break on 2020 jobless benefits? Here's how to access your tax transcript to check the status of your refund.
September child tax credit payment: How much will your family get?
Use CNET's calculator to make sure your family is getting the right amount on Sept. 15.