An Iowa basic income project gives low-income residents $500 a month. They say it helps them make rent and buy food.

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A basic income program in central Iowa says people mostly spend the $500 monthly payments on food.

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American parents with young children say they haven't felt this financially insecure in nearly a decade. Here's why.

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The percentage of parents with children under 18 who felt "financially okay" has declined.

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I was a director at Goldman Sachs and quit to work in crypto. People questioned me, but I wanted to build something great.

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Hong Yea quit his director role because he felt like working for a company was limiting his dreams.

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How to know if you're an ALICE: You're barely paying your bills but don't qualify for government assistance

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More Americans are becoming ALICEs — asset-limited, income-constrained, and employed.

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I'm a recent college graduate. No one told me it would be this hard to make ends meet.

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The author, not pictured, is a recent college graduate who can't make ends meet.

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The cryptocurrencies that are worth investing in, from bitcoin to altcoins to meme coins

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Saudi Arabia wants big spenders for the first part of its Neom megaproject

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Sindalah, Neom
A rendering of Sindalah, the island resort that's part of Saudi Arabia's Neom project.

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Avoiding 'blackout shopping' could be the key to saving money, according to a 'frugal living' YouTuber

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A woman shopping for groceries (stock photo).

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My fiancé was laid off months ago, and he's in debt. I'm now overworking myself to make ends meet.

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The author, left, and her fiancé are struggling with money after he was laid off.

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4 reasons Private College 529 Plan is a wise investment for your child's future

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