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Daniel May, CFP®

Daniel May, CFP®

I am the author of Beyond Basics, which helps you make the most out of every dollar by keeping you informed and up-to-date with current financial news, Financial Mutant money strategies, and optimizing your financial life. Get Beyond Basics delivered straight to your inbox every other Thursday by signing up from any article.

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How Large Should Your Emergency Fund Be?

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Emergency funds: everyone needs one, but few Americans have one, and even less have the amount of savings they actually need. According to a recent…

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How To Prepare for a Bear Market in 2025

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The Nasdaq stock market index is in correction territory, down over 10% from recent highs. The other major US indexes, the S&P 500 and Dow,…

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How To Pay Off High-Interest Credit Card Debt

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Credit card debt should be avoided at almost all costs. The average interest rate on credit cards is currently 24.20%, which means for every $1,000…

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