Personal Finance Daily: Congratulations, you just got a raise — here’s why you shouldn’t celebrate yet and Shaquille O’Neal says his kids need to make their own money

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Congratulations, you just got a raise — here’s why you shouldn’t celebrate yet

When you take inflation into account, that salary increase often isn’t much of a raise. Read More

‘We ain’t rich … I’m rich’: Shaquille O’Neal says his kids need to make their own money

O’Neal made $286 million during his NBA career, but encourages his kids to make their own fortune. Read More

When planning for retirement, start planning ways to have fun

Retirement comes with it a lot of free time. But in order to maximize your health and happiness in the golden years, start planning how you want to fill those holes in your schedule. Read More

‘We go places that glass can’t go’: Your bourbon now comes packaged in an oil can — seriously

The Stillhouse brand has touted the stainless-steel container as good for those with active lifestyles Read More

Weekend reads: Facebook goes Meta — what’s in a name?

Also, what type of retirement account is best for you, and how to build your own ETF. Read More

How does Biden’s latest plan to tax the superrich work? ‘It’s more straightforward.’

Surtaxes on multi-millionaires would help generate $230 billion in revenue, according to the White House Read More

Facebook didn’t seek outside advice in renaming itself Meta. Branding experts say that may prove a mistake.

‘The best practice is to outsource,’ says one marketing expert. Read More

The 2022 Land Rover Defender 110: A civilized off-roader

The new Land Rover Defender comes across as the SUV from the future. Read More

How to shore up your finances so you’re ready for the next natural disaster

Having cash on hand, access to credit and the right insurance coverage can help you get through perilous times. Read More

I’ve been working for my millionaire friend for 4 years — she’s never given me a pay raise. My husband says I should be grateful

‘I don’t want to ruin this friendship, but I also don’t want to be a sucker.’ Read More

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