Scrambling to spend your FSA money? Don't make these 3 mistakes, experts warn

If you have money in your FSA and don't know what to do with it, here are three mistakes to avoid as your spending deadline draws near.

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Here's how much money you need to make an hour to comfortably afford rent in 15 major U.S. cities

In cities like New York and Los Angeles, minimum wages aren't enough to comfortably rent a one-bedroom apartment.

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The salary you need to live comfortably in the 10 most affordable major U.S. cities

If you're looking for the benefits of city life, you don't necessarily have to pay New York or L.A. prices. Consider these 10 cities instead.

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I pay $2,100/month to live with 23 roommates in Brooklyn: This is the best—and worst—part about it

Ishan Abeysekera pays $2,100 per month for his bedroom in a Cohabs building.

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Are you more resilient than most people? Ask yourself these 7 questions

Scott Mautz, a former senior executive of Procter & Gamble, has spent 30 years studying what makes people mentally strong. Resilience is one of six key muscles.

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30-year-old brings in as much as $176,000 per year playing saxophone at ‘an average of 80 events a year’

Jason Nelson never thought he could play music for a living. Now the 30-year-old plays saxophone and piano at weddings multiple times per week.

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37-year-old mom earns $73,000 in an ‘underrated and overlooked’ in-demand job—it can pay $100,000 without a degree

Wind turbine service technician Jessica Jackson says that her profession is "underrated and overlooked," despite the high demand for wind techs in the U.S.

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You accidentally became important at work—how to manage the load without losing your sanity, from a career expert

If you 'accidentally' became important at work and have way too much on your plate, it's time to tactfully communicate, says Drew McCaskill. Here's how.

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The best way to give feedback isn't a compliment sandwich, says Ralph Lauren CEO—here's what he does instead

Instead of using the compliment sandwich method, Ralph Lauren CEO Patrice Louvet prefers to take a more direct approach to delivering feedback, he says.

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Never give these 3 'sudden death' answers at a job interview, says CEO—'you've instantly disqualified yourself'

CEO and Harvard-trained career expert Suzy Welch says there are three phrases you should never say in a job interview. To the recruiter, she says, it can sound like "you're planning your exit before you even walk through the door."

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I grew my side hustle into a $20,000 a month business — here are 4 tips I have for aspiring entrepreneurs

Jean Kang, 32, quit her decade-long career in tech to go all-in on her side hustle. Since February, her business has brought in about $160,000.

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These retirees spent $835,457 on a 'hurricane-proof' home in Florida—take a look inside: 'We feel very safe here'

Dave and Maria Blancett moved to Babcock Ranch, a solar-powered, "hurricane-proof" community near Fort Myers, Florida.

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Ina Garten and husband Jeffrey almost got divorced once: The 1 thing that helped keep them together for 56 years

When Jeffrey asked what he could do to win her back Garten said there was only one thing.

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Former Apple exec felt 'incredibly insecure' switching industries—her No. 1 piece of advice for gaining confidence in a new job

It's easy to feel underqualified when starting at a new position, especially if you switched industries. Here's how to combat feeling like you aren't qualified.

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I’ve worked with over 1,000 kids—the ones with high emotional intelligence use these 6 phrases

Child life specialist and therapist Kelsey Mora, who's supported hundreds of kids and families, says emotionally intelligent kids who cope well say these things.

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Use this 5-word phrase when someone is rude to you—it's like 'holding up a mirror,' says public speaking expert

When we encounter a rude person, our first instinct might be to fire back with a snarky comment. But that's not the right move, says public speaking expert John Bowe. Here's the perfect response to instantly shut down rude behavior.

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Tony Hawk on turning down $500,000 for Pro Skater: 'The best financial decision of my life'

Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk once turned down half a million dollars for Pro Skater. He says it was the "best financial decision" of his life.

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Ivy League-trained psychologist: The No. 1 moment kids ‘learn the most’ from their parents—it’s the ‘ultimate relationship strategy’

Parenting mistakes are also opportunities to impart lessons to your kids that can help them lead happy, successful lives, says child psychologist Becky Kennedy.

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Credit expert with over 20 years experience: 'Nothing good' comes from maxing out your card

On-time credit card payments boost your score but your credit utilization rate is also an important factor. How to maintain it, according to John Ulzheimer.

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My 401(k) fully vests this month—why my latest work anniversary is worth thousands

Many companies contribute to employee retirement accounts, but depending on your firm's rules you may forfeit some or all of it if you leave.

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Typical homebuyers in Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego spend up to 78% of income on housing

In many major U.S. cities, the cost of owning a home is twice what financial planners recommend spending.

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The 2 most underrated skills that will get you hired, from a CEO who's interviewed thousands

CEO Adriane Schwager has guidelines for hiring star employees and says these two traits are "underrated."

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The 10 most popular U.S. ZIP codes for homebuyers—No. 1 is a fast-growing Houston, Texas suburb

Opendoor ranked the most popular ZIP codes by analyzing data from the local Multiple Listing Services where its brokerages operate.

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A passive-income side hustle you can do from your couch—the demand is 'definitely going to grow': How to get started

If you have a flair for graphic design, consider designing and selling templates on sites like Etsy and Creative Market.

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'Your ego is not your amigo': The smart way to negotiate a job offer in today's slowing labor market

The job market is slowing, but here's how you can still negotiate a strong offer, according to career experts.

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89% of recruiters expect candidates to submit a cover letter, says new report: How to write a strong one

Some professionals might be able to skip writing a cover letter — but for most, it's a good idea to have one.

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American who moved to Lithuania shares a key lesson he's learned: Enjoy life while you can

Bernard Meyer moved to Lithuania and found that people had a much better attitude to work compared to the hustle and burnout culture of the U.S.

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This 1 tiny to-do can boost your happiness today, therapist says—and it only takes 10 minutes

With one simple move, you can boost your mood and increase your happiness immediately, says therapist Vienna Pharaon: It "lightens the load."

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'Cheaper doesn't mean better': Millennial couple bought their first home in 2021 for $195,500—now they regret it

Robert Giametta and Christopher Luquer bought their first home in Cairo, New York in the beginning of 2021.

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