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☆ Harris erases Trump's lead on economy among younger Americans, CNBC/Generation Lab survey finds
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-09 | by ( Jason Gewirtz | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump. But they also think the candidate best able to improve the economy is the de facto Democratic nominee Harris, not Republican nominee and former President Donald Trump. Three months ago, the same survey found Trump and Biden effectively tied, with 36% for Biden and 35% for Trump, and 29% planning to vote for Kennedy. This jump in support for Harris today is all the more notable because of how significant the economy is to the voting choices of younger Americans. In this survey, 77% of respondents said they either definitely or probably will vote.

Persons: Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, Brendan Mcdermid, Elizabeth Frantz, Harris, Biden, Joe Biden, Robert F, Kennedy Jr, Kennedy, Trump, Harris — Organizations: Republican, Reuters, Biden, CNBC, Money Survey, Democratic, Trump, Democratic Party, White, Democrats, Census Locations: Harris, U.S

☆ How down payment assistance programs can help clear the path to homeownership
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-23 | by ( Genna Contino | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Two renters pose in front of their new home that they're renting from Roots, a program that helps renters invest in real estate. Then Hunnicutt found a $1,050-per-month two-bedroom apartment tied to Roots, a real estate investment trust based in the Atlanta area that aims to help renters of the properties in its portfolio build wealth toward homeownership. Will Hunnicutt with his dog Bailey in his Atlanta home that he rented through Roots, a company that helps renters build wealth by investing in real estate. As buyers continue to struggle with home affordability, experts say programs that help with down payments may be worth another look. One barrier toward homeownership is having enough savings for a down payment.

Persons: Katie Curran, Will Hunnicutt, Hunnicutt, Bailey, It's, They're, homebuyer Organizations: CNBC, SurveyMonkey, National Association of Realtors, PMI, Mortgage Locations: Atlanta, U.S

☆ A 20% down payment is 'definitely not required' to buy a house, economist says. Here's how much you need
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-24 | by ( Ana Teresa Solá | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Phynart Studio | E+ | Getty Images'The conundrum of the housing market'One way to reduce your monthly mortgage payment is to put down more money and borrow less. Nationally, the average down payment on a house is closer to 10% or 15%, Hale said. Even with a conventional loan, buyers' required down payment could be between 3% and 5%, depending on their credit score and other factors. While a lower down payment is one way to "attack affordability challenges," it can be a "mixed bag," Hamrick said. With a lower down payment, you will need to borrow more from your lender, which raises the monthly cost of your mortgage, Hale said.

Persons: Hale, there's, Hamrick Organizations: CNBC, SurveyMonkey, Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S . Department of Agriculture, Federal Housing Administration, PMI Locations: U.S

☆ A 20% home down payment isn't 'the law of the land,' analyst says. Here's how much people are paying
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-14 | by ( Ana Teresa Solá | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Tetra Images | Tetra Images | Getty ImagesPutting 20% down is 'definitely not required'One way to reduce your monthly mortgage payment is by putting down more money and borrowing less. But for many households, trying to get a higher down payment can be challenging, said Danielle Hale, chief economist at Realtor.com. While a lower down payment is one way to "attack affordability challenges," it can be a "mixed bag," Hamrick said. With a lower down payment, you will need to borrow more from your lender, which raises the monthly cost of your mortgage, Hale said. A smaller down payment can also mean you don't qualify for a lender's best -available interest rate.

Persons: Danielle Hale, there's, SurveyMonkey, Hale, It's, Hamrick Organizations: CNBC, Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S . Department of Agriculture, Federal Housing Association Locations: U.S

☆ Gen Z's key to financial security
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-18 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailGen Z's key to financial securityYoung adults in the U.S. - ages 18 to 34 - are more likely than any other generation to say that "owning my own business" is key to their financial security, according to a new cnbc global your money survey. As part of its financial education initiative, CNBC, in partnership with Junior Achievement, brought together business leaders to discuss founding a company as a possible career path. CNBC'S Senior Personal Finance Correspondent looks at how this career exploration program in Denver aims to inspire high school students to become entrepreneurs.

Organizations: cnbc, CNBC, Junior Locations: U.S, Denver

☆ Why a $100,000 income no longer buys the American Dream in most places
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-16 | by ( Charlotte Morabito | In Charlottemorabito | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

"The benchmark of a six-figure salary used to be the gold standard income," Sabrina Romanoff, a clinical psychologist, told CNBC. "It represented the tipping point of finally earning a disposable income and building savings and spending based on your wants, not just your needs." "It becomes increasingly hard for many families to be able to attain that sort of middle-class lifestyle, that American Dream," Gould said. Consumers using the popular 50-30-20 budget guideline aim to spend 50% of their income on essential expenses, with another 30% for discretionary spending and the remaining 20% for savings. Using that framework, GoBankingRates found that all 50 states require more than a $100,000 annual income, according to the report, with 38 states needing more than $140,000.

Persons: Sabrina Romanoff, haven't, Elise Gould, Gould, GoBankingRates, Jason Reginato Organizations: CNBC, SurveyMonkey, Economic Policy Institute, Consumers

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWhere a $100,000 salary still buys the American DreamMore than half (52%) of Americans say they would need at least $100,000 a year to be financially comfortable, according to the August 2023 CNBC Your Money Survey. It's becoming increasingly more difficult to achieve the American Dream, especially as younger generations are beginning their adulthood with thousands of dollars in student loans. Watch the video above to learn more about how much it costs to achieve the American Dream.

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☆ Inflation is the main source of financial stress, CNBC's Your Money Survey finds
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-03 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailInflation is the main source of financial stress, CNBC's Your Money Survey findsCNBC's Sharon Epperson joins 'Squawk Box' with the latest results from CNBC's Your Money International Financial Security Survey conducted by SurveyMonkey.

Persons: CNBC's Sharon Epperson, SurveyMonkey Organizations: Survey, International Financial Security

☆ Personal finance guru Ramit Sethi: This common money belief could cost you 'millions of dollars'
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-14 | by ( Kamaron Mcnair | In Kamaronmcnair | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Investing in the stock market and gambling at a casino can both theoretically make you rich — and both come with risk. But that belief could wind up costing you "literally hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars," Sethi said. The stock market has its dips, but it has always bounced back. And generally speaking, someone with money invested in the stock market will be better off in the long run than someone who just held onto their cash. So even in a "bad" year, you're probably better off having some of your money invested rather than all in savings.

Persons: Halima, Ramit Sethi, Rich, David, Sethi, they're, you've, it's Organizations: Mutual Locations: Bankrate

☆ Don't make these common 401(k) mistakes. With one, many 'aren't even aware' they're missing out, expert says
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-30 | by ( Jessica Dickler | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

Even the majority of those that do contribute say they are not on track with their yearly 401(k) savings to retire comfortably. Here are three common mistakes workers often make when it comes to their 401(k) plans. Most 401(k) plans — 98% — make contributions to workers' retirement savings, according to the Plan Sponsor Council of America. And yet, roughly 22% of plan participants are not getting the full match, according to data from Fidelity, the nation's largest 401(k) plan provider. To that end, couples with two employer savings plans could benefit from prioritizing the more generous employer's 401(k) matching funds.

Persons: Joe Buhrmann, Mike Shamrell, Shamrell, Fidelity's, Buhrmann Organizations: CNBC, of America, Fidelity, Finance, IRS, IRAs, Workers

☆ Here’s the credit score you need to buy a home—it’s not a perfect 850
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-23 | by ( Cheyenne Devon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

If a low credit score is keeping you from buying a home, you're not alone. To qualify for a conventional loan, the most commonly used mortgage loan, you'll typically need at least a credit score of 620, Experian says. Here are the credit score ranges that qualify as poor, fair, good, very good and exceptional, according to Experian. "The score is a measure of risk, so the lower your score, the more risk the lender is taking with you," Opperman says. "The higher your score, the lower the risk, so a lender will charge you less interest the higher your score gets."

Persons: Melinda Opperman, Experian, Opperman Organizations: Survey, CNBC

☆ Americans say this is the No. 1 most important factor to live a fulfilling life—it's not making a lot of money
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-21 | by ( Kamaron Mcnair | In Kamaronmcnair | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Having a job you like may not just make the day-to-day easier, it also seems to improve your overall life satisfaction. Americans say having a career you enjoy is the most important factor to living a fulfilled life, according to a new study from Pew Research. Over 70% of respondents say having a job or career they enjoy is an extremely important factor to living a fulfilling life. Just 24% of people said having a lot of money is equally important. What's more, the majority of Americans say they need to earn at least $100,000 a year just to be comfortable, according to the most recent CNBC Your Money Survey.

Organizations: Pew Research, CNBC, Survey

☆ Most Americans aren't interested in AI tools like ChatGPT for money advice—why that's probably a good thing
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-15 | by ( Cheyenne Devon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Nearly 60% of Americans say they're not interested at all in using AI tools to help them manage their money, according to a new CNBC Your Money survey conducted by Survey Monkey. In fact, only about 4% say they've already used AI to help them with their finances. Americans are using artificially intelligent chatbots like ChatGPT to boost their resumes and accelerate their side hustles , but it doesn't look like they're turning to the tool for financial advice. Publicly traded companies publish quarterly earning reports, which can be a good source of information about the financial health of a company. Also, OpenAI warns users that ChatGPT may write "plausible-sounding but incorrect or nonsensical answers" and the tool isn't intended to give advice.

Persons: they're, Douglas Boneparth, it's, OpenAI, Warren Buffett Organizations: CNBC, Survey, Publicly Locations: U.S

☆ 56% of Americans say they're not on track to comfortably retire—how to catch up
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-08 | by ( Kamaron Mcnair | In Kamaronmcnair | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Regardless of how they define it, 56% of Americans agree they're not on track to retire comfortably, according to the latest CNBC Your Money survey conducted by SurveyMonkey. Here's how to tell if you're on track to meet your retirement goals and a few tips to catch up if you're behind. To see if you're on track for retirement, you first need an idea of when you want to stop working. On average, Americans say they'd need around $1.3 million to retire comfortably, a recent Northwestern Mutual study found. While only 11% report maxing out their 401(k) contributions, 46% of people say they're contributing as much as they can afford, CNBC's Your Money survey found.

Persons: they're, it's, Annette VanderLinde, Roth Organizations: CNBC, SurveyMonkey, Northwestern Mutual, Liberty Wealth Advisors, Prime Capital Investment Advisors Company, Roth IRA Locations: downturns

☆ Most first-time homebuyers don't put down 20%, expert says. Here's how much you may need
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-08 | by ( Annie Nova | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

But you probably don't need as much money as you think. In the following decades, many government-backed mortgages mandated a 20% down payment. The typical house in the U.S. has a median price of around $400,000. Applying the 20% rule would mean you'd need $80,000. Some states, cities and other groups have programs that award grants to homebuyers that bolster their down payment or help cover closing costs.

Persons: SurveyMonkey, Jessica Lautz, Lautz, Freddie Mac, Daniel Brennan Organizations: Istock, CNBC, National Association of Realtors, U.S . Department of Agriculture, Federal Housing Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, Bank Locations: U.S, Arizona, Maine

☆ 52% of Americans say they need to earn at least $100,000 a year to be financially comfortable
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-07 | by ( Kamaron Mcnair | In Kamaronmcnair | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Still, 52% of Americans say they would require at least $100,000 a year to be financially comfortable, with 26% saying they would need a salary in the range of $100,000 to $149,000 per year. Among those 65 and older, 49% say they'd be comfortable with a salary under $100,000, with 36% saying they'd need a salary between $50,000 and $99,999 to feel comfortable. Those caretaking costs may be significant, making it feel like these families need more money to get by, much less feel comfortable. Americans' goal salaries are comfortable, not excessiveWhen it comes to the amount of money Americans say they'd like to make in a year, it's not too far off from how much they say would make them comfortable. Overall, 51% of survey respondents say they would like to earn between $50,0000 and $149,999 a year.

Persons: it's Organizations: CNBC, SurveyMonkey

☆ New survey reveals most Americans are stressed about their finances
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-07 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailNew survey reveals most Americans are stressed about their financesCNBC's Sharon Epperson reports on news from the latest CNBC Your Money Survey conducted by SurveyMonkey.

Persons: Sharon Epperson, SurveyMonkey Organizations: CNBC

☆ Parents face the most expensive back-to-school season to date. Here's how to save on supplies, deal hunters say
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-21 | by ( Jessica Dickler | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Families with children in elementary through high school plan to spend an average of $890.07 on school supplies, $25 more than last year's record of $864.35, the NRF found. Already, credit card debt stands at more than $1 trillion, its own all-time high. Consumer finance expert Andrea Woroch recommends applying, if you qualify, for a new credit card with a sign-up bonus. watch nowThen use a cash-back site such as CouponCabin.com to earn money back on online purchases, including back-to-school supplies from Target, Walmart and Macy's. The experts at RetailMeNot recommend stacking discounts; for example, combining credit card rewards with store coupons and cash-back offers while leveraging free loyalty programs.

Persons: Philippe Huguen, Julie Ramhold, Ramhold, Andrea Woroch, Woroch Organizations: National Retail Federation, CNET, CNBC, Philippe, AFP, Getty, DealNews.com, Labor, Finance, Walmart Locations: New Jersey, Target

☆ Tax refunds are getting smaller, and fit into the picture of a slowing economy
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-12 | by ( Eric Rosenbaum | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +8 min

But as pandemic-related tailwinds run their course, another example becoming a thing of the recent past is bigger than typical tax refunds. "Earlier in the quarter, we were seeing taxes, your tax refunds higher year-over-year, during the last probably five or six weeks we've seen that decline. As pandemic-era benefits and tax credit wane, the tax refund data factors into the broader economic picture and the consumer as a source of strength. watch nowAll spending, not just retail spending, will be impacted by lower tax refunds, and that will continue into next quarter. The smaller tax refunds should not be a surprise to businesses — the data has been mounting over the past four to six weeks.

☆ Most couples are 'financially incompatible,' survey finds. Having a money talk could help — no matter how long you've been together
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-14 | by ( Sharon Epperson | In Sharoneppersoncnbc | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

A new survey finds that 64% of couples admit to being "financially incompatible" with their partners, with different philosophies about spending, saving, and investing their money. One in 5 couples identifies money as their greatest relationship challenge, according to the most recent Couples & Money survey by Fidelity Investments. It's part of the work you need to do to help build a stronger relationship, financial psychologists say. Having that "money talk" is more important than whether you merge your accounts or go with the "yours, mine, ours" approach. Here are some tips about delving into the "money talk" no matter what stage of the relationship you're in.

☆ $1 million in retirement savings lasts longest in these 10 states—almost half are in the southeast
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-29 | by ( Cheyenne Devon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Retirement can last 25 years or more after you stop working, according to Fidelity Investments. But in some states with high costs of living, like Hawaii, $1 million in retirement savings would only last about 10 years. However, in less expensive states, $1 million would be enough to cover your living expenses for the majority of your retirement years. If you plan on retiring in the United States, you can expect your retirement savings to stretch the furthest in Mississippi, according to GoBankingRates' latest analysis. Here are the top 10 states where $1 million in retirement savings would last the longest.

☆ Bitcoin lost over 60% of its value in 2022—here’s how much 6 other popular cryptocurrencies lost
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-23 | by ( Cheyenne Devon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

In the latest blow to the crypto space, Core Scientific, one of the largest publicly traded crypto mining companies in the U.S, which primarily mints bitcoin, filed for bankruptcy on Dec. 21, citing falling crypto prices and rising energy costs. Just 8% of Americans have a positive view of cryptocurrency as of Nov. 2022, according to the CNBC All-America Economic Survey. Overall, the crypto market has lost a little over $2 trillion in 2022 and popular digital coins such as bitcoin have fallen far below their 2021 highs. Here's how much the value of seven popular cryptocurrencies changed in 2022 as of Dec. 22, per CNBC's calculations. For this reason, financial experts typically advise against investing more into crypto than you're willing to potentially lose.

☆ Nearly half of American adults regret making this investing mistake
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-23 | by ( Mike Winters | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Nearly half of Americans regret not investing more in stocks in the last 10 years. That's despite the fact that various stock indexes declined by 15% to 20% in 2022, according to a recent survey. Overall, 45.1% of Americans overall, including both investors and non-investors, said they regretted not taking full advantage of the stock market, a November MagnifyMoney survey of over 1,500 U.S. resident adults reveals. Gen Zers are more likely to say like they've missed out when compared to other age groups. This included putting more money into stocks, consulting with a financial advisor and paying more attention to the stock market.

☆ Self-made millionaire: You don’t have to give up lattes to get rich—do this instead
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-22 | by ( Cheyenne Devon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

If that's your goal, you don't have to cut out little luxuries to get there, says Ramit Sethi, a self-made millionaire and author of the New York Times best-seller "I Will Teach You To Be Rich." "I'm not the guy who's gonna say, 'Hey, go to cut back on lattes. When it comes to building wealth, most people focus on the "$3 questions" like, "Should I skip buying a latte today?" Instead, you should focus on the "$30,000 questions," Sethi says. Instead of waiting and hoping to win the lottery, here are two things you can do now to start building wealth, according to Sethi.

☆ 23% of Americans think real estate is the best way to build wealth, but only 12% bought in 2022
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-15 | by ( Ryan Ermey | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

When it comes to building wealth, Americans say one thing and do another. Why real estate is more popular than stocks in theory, but not in practiceSo what's keeping Americans from investing the way they want? "In real estate, it takes money to make money," says Nicholas Bunio, a certified financial planner in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. It's no wonder, then, that wealthier respondents in Make It's survey were more likely to have invested in real estate. Just 6% of respondents earning $50,000 or less said they bought real estate this year, compared with 12% earning between $50,000 and $99,000 and 21% earning $100,000 and up.

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