Chris Butsch

Chris helps people build better lives through financial literacy. He has contributed to USA TODAY, Forbes and has worked as a senior contributor here on Money Under 30. He has covered topics such as taxes, credit card, investing, retirement, and more with a focus on helping Gen Z master personal finance.
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How to buy gold: A guide for beginners

The three primary ways to invest in gold are to buy physical gold bullion, gold futures, or gold stocks and ETFs. While gold can be a hedge against inflation, keep in mind that it doesn’t generate interest, and timing the

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How to file your taxes in 6 easy steps

Your tax return is due April 15, 2024 unless you get an extension. There’s time, but you’ll want to get a head start by gathering up your income sources, savings and dividends, business expenses, and HSA reimbursements. You can then

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Simple Mortgage Calculator

Our simple mortgage calculator will show your total estimated monthly mortgage payment based on: The value of the home you’re considering. Your down payment amount. The interest rate. The term (length in years) of the loan. Learn more how to

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Are Pokémon cards a good investment?

Now that a Pikachu has sold for $5.275 million, you might be wondering: are any of your old Pokémon cards worth anything? And should you buy some cards today as an investment? Not so fast. Despite some high-profile sales, rare

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When is the best time to book a flight?

Contrary to long-standing travel myths, there’s no magical day of the week or time for booking a flight. What is true, however, is that there’s an ideal window of one to four months before your departure when flights are likely

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