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Jared Marino

Economist, Business Writer

Jared Marino is a seasoned economist and writer with a keen eye for the complexities of the modern economy. Armed with a graduate degree in economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, he has spent years immersed in the world of market trends and business growth. His analytical mind and passion for storytelling have led him to become a sought-after expert in his field.

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Why 2026 Might Be the Best Year to Open a High-Yield Savings Account (Before Rates Drop Again)

High-yield savings rates are still strong in 2026, but they won't stay that way. Here's how to open the right account before rates fall and keep your money working....

Jared Marino
June 15, 2026
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The 2026 Tariff Tax Nobody Warned You About (And What to Do Before It Hits Your Budget)

Tariffs are quietly raising prices on appliances, clothes, and tools in 2026. Here's what to buy now, what to swap, and how to budget before it hits harder....

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I Built a Niche Dropshipping Store for $45: Here is the Exact 7-Day Checklist

If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you’ve likely seen the viral videos of 20-year-old "gurus" showing off their sports cars and claiming they made $50,000 in their first month of dropshi...

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5 Low-Cost Local Marketing Strategies That Outperform Paid Facebook Ads

If you are trying to market a local service business, a physical retail store, or a community-focused brand, you’ve likely been told that you must spend thousands of dollars on paid Facebook and Insta...

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Novo vs. Mercury: The Best Free Business Bank Accounts for Bootstrappers in 2026

If you’ve recently filed an LLC, launched a side hustle, or finally decided to separate your personal and business expenses, you are likely hunting for a business bank account. In the old days of busi...

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How to Validate a Business Idea in 30 Minutes Using ChatGPT

If you are like most aspiring entrepreneurs, you probably have a notebook or a notes app overflowing with business ideas. Some of them feel like pure genius in the middle of the night; others seem les...

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The No-Code Stack: 5 Free Tools That Can Replace a $500/Month SaaS Bill

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