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Josephine Nesbit

Josephine Nesbit started working for U.S. News and World Report in 2021, covering topics related to personal finance, real estate, retirement, careers and more. Prior to joining the U.S. News team, she regularly contributed to Fox Business, Bankrate, Homelight, Apartment Therapy and GoBankingRates.

Raised in New England, she moved to the midwest to attend The Ohio State University and began her writing career in 2016, focusing on real estate and personal finance. As a small business owner, her aim is to help brands achieve their marketing goals while educating readers on the importance of financial freedom.

https://josienesbit.com/

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  • US News and World Report
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  • GOBankingRates
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  • Homes.com
    17 articles
  • Bob Vila
    12 articles
  • Apartment Therapy
    3 articles
  • yahoo.com
    1 article
  • Rocket Mortgage

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  • 3 Things Your Tax Refund Can Tell You About Your Finances (And What To Do About It)
    17 Mar—GOBankingRates
    fcafotodigital / iStock.com Commitment to Our Readers Your tax refund — or lack of — can tell you a lot about your finances. It may feel great to get a big tax refund, but it doesn’t mean it’s better. “In a perfect world, we would estimate our tax liability perfectly every year, but that rarely happens — there are just too many variables,” explained Christopher Johns, founder and wealth advisor at Spark Wealth Advisors. “The closest I’ve ever seen someone get was a refund of $8; now that is...
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  • Grant Cardone Says US Should Eliminate IRS and Switch To a Flat Tax: What That Would Mean for Your Paycheck
    13 Mar—GOBankingRates
    It’s officially tax season, and entrepreneur, real estate investor and motivational speaker Grant Cardone has a bone to pick with the IRS. In a January post on X, Cardone suggested getting rid of the IRS and instead using a flat tax rate. “Trump & Treasury Secretary Bessent committed to eliminating income taxes, replacing them with a fair consumption tax,” he wrote. “There is no reason to tax the people & print money. Make politicians accountable by cutting off the supply.” Is this possible?...
  • 5 Best Japanese Cars for Budget-Conscious Drivers
    1 Mar—GOBankingRates
    Japanese cars have earned a reputation for their reliability, longevity and affordability. Some of the top Japanese car brands are favorites among budget-conscious drivers thanks to their low starting prices, low maintenance costs and gas mileage. For those who are in the market for a new car, here are the best expert-recommended Japanese cars for those on a budget. Honda Civic Starting MSRP: $24,250 “The Civic is one of the most reliable vehicles on the market,” Melanie Musson, auto industry...
  • 6 Car Brands That Are High Quality and Low Cost for Those on a Budget
    19 Feb—GOBankingRates
    Commitment to Our Readers A vehicle is a big investment, and car prices have skyrocketed over recent years. According to a report from Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book, the average transaction price for a new vehicle in January was $48,641 — an average increase of 4.9% per year since 2020. If you’re car shopping on a budget, the good news is that you can still find high-quality brands at a low cost. Here are six car brands that experts say are high quality and low cost for those on a...

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