Maximum 401(k) Contributions Climb for 2019. Here’s What That Means for Savers
The maximum amount you can contribute to your 401(k) retirement savings plan is climbing by $500 in 2019. If you’re younger than 50, the maximum is now $19,000 rather than last year’s $18,500. If you’re 50 or older, it’s now $25,000 versus last year’s $24,500. What does that mean to you? Frankly, the hike in […]
Hospitals must list prices online — now all you have to do is find them
As of Jan. 1, the Trump administration is requiring hospitals to publicly list standard charges for various procedures online to increase transparency around pricing, but for most people the listings might as well be written in another language. “As far as the chargemasters being made available online they will be of very little use to […]
8 ways to use your credit card points
Having a rewards credit card comes with a lot of benefits. From being able to improve your credit score to being able to access money whenever and wherever you need it, the value of credit cards is huge. But, the most appealing benefit of a rewards credit card is earning rewards every time you shop. […]
5 Money Moves Retirees Should Make Before the End of the Year
If you’re a retiree who likes to get important things done on time, you’re in luck! You have the entire year ahead of you to accomplish these five money moves. Here’s a look at a handful of critical tasks that should be on your to-do list. Even though many months lie ahead until 2019 is […]
Wood block connects you to coffee shop WiFi with a tap
You won’t need to ask staff for a password. It’s not very fun to connect to WiFi at a café or hotel. If you don’t have to ask staff for a password, they’ll have to print it somewhere — and it’s still a hassle when all you want to do is check your email. Ten […]
Newark Airport temporarily halted flights after drone sightings
Two drones were apparently seen flying over Teterboro Airport to the north. Just a month after reports of drone activity repeatedly closed Gatwick airport in the UK, Newark Liberty International Airport temporarily halted arrivals on Tuesday. In a tweet after it reopened, Newark said there were reports of drone activity “to the north” earlier. Reuters […]
GMC’s next Sierra HD pickup can see through trailers
You might control your trailer’s air conditioning and water heater from your cab. GMC has unveiled its 2020 Sierra Heavy Duty pickup truck, which packs in 445 horsepower and a 10-speed transmission — along with plenty of tech, of course. It offers 15 camera views, including a transparent trailer view that lets you see what’s […]
Elektron is making its powerful music-making sequencers more affordable
The Model:Samples is an unfortunately named, but promising looking groovebox. Elektron has a reputation for building high-end synths, samplers and grooveboxes with matching high-end prices. It’s “affordable” options — the Digitakt and Digitone — have a list price of $759. Yikes. For NAMM 2019 though, it’s making a legitimate play for a more budget conscious […]
Exterran Corporation (EXTN) Plunges 6.97% on January 22
Exterran Corporation (EXTN) had a rough trading day for Tuesday January 22 as shares tumbled 6.97%, or a loss of $-1.35 per share, to close at $18.02. After opening the day at $19.03, shares of Exterran Corporation traded as high as $19.17 and as low as $17.95. Volume was 141,352 shares over 1,607 trades, against […]
Trinseo S.A. (TSE) Plunges 5.05% on January 22
Trinseo S.A. (TSE) had a rough trading day for Tuesday January 22 as shares tumbled 5.05%, or a loss of $-2.59 per share, to close at $48.72. After opening the day at $50.79, shares of Trinseo S.A. traded as high as $50.79 and as low as $48.39. Volume was 311,125 shares over 3,282 trades, against […]