Ben Demers
Ben Demers manages digital content and engagement at Kiplinger, informing readers through a range of personal finance articles, e-newsletters, social media, syndicated content, and videos. He is passionate about helping people lead their best lives through sound financial behavior, particularly saving money at home and avoiding scams and identity theft. Ben graduated with an M.P.S. from Georgetown University and a B.A. from Vassar College. He joined Kiplinger in May 2017.
Latest articles by Ben Demers
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How Much Money Do You Need to Be Rich?
A new survey sets a financial threshold for being considered rich, while also questioning the very concept of "wealth."
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SEC Sues World's Two Largest Cryptocurrency Exchanges
The SEC charged leading crypto exchanges Coinbase and Binance with a laundry list of securities law violations, at an already fragile time for the cryptocurrency sector.
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Top Five Reasons to Quit a Job
A new survey reveals the leading reasons employees want to jump ship from their current roles.
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Amazon Reportedly Considering Ad-Supported Prime Video Plan
Reports claim early conversations at Amazon regarding a cheaper subscription plan with advertising.
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Study: Digitally-Savvy Gen Z Investors Are 'Built Different'
Gen Z has developed its own unique investing behaviors that reflect its status as the first truly "digital native" generation.
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Yes, Chase Bank Customers, Zelle Accidentally Charged You Twice
Chase bank confirmed customer complaints about a Zelle payments glitch registering duplicate transactions.
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Stung by Netflix Password Sharing Fees? You're Far From Alone
A new streaming survey shows Netflix password sharing changes could affect a surprising percentage of American subscribers.
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Your Backup Gmail Account Could Disappear Soon
Google plans to wipe Gmail accounts and other Google service logins that have gone unused for too long.
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With ChatGPT App, Your Private Questions May Not Be So Private
The new ChatGPT app offers a tough tradeoff between AI convenience and unnerving data security questions.
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Netflix Password Sharing Crackdown Will Affect 100 Million Users. Here’s Everything We Know.
Netflix password sharing won't go away, but you'll have to pay for the privilege if you're not in the same household.
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What Housing Crisis? Top 10 US Cities for Real Estate Development
A new real estate study ranks the metros leading the country in fresh construction over the past 10 years.
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The Best US Cities for Remote Work
Two new remote work studies reveal a variety of cities across the country most amenable to fully online careers.
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High Utility Bills Driving 1 in 5 Americans to Downsize Their Homes
A new survey on rising utility bills finds Americans of all stripes cutting back on expenses, including their housing.
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Why Drivers are Keeping Vehicles Longer
Surging car prices and high interest rates are forcing more and more Americans to delay new vehicle purchases.
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What Peloton Riders — and Investors — Should Know About a Bike Recall
Peloton has recalled popular exercise bikes, affecting millions of riders and shareholders.
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Why Used Car Prices Are Rising After Months of Declines
The CPI report showed used car prices went up. Here's what happened.
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Biden Proposes New Rule to Help When Flights Get Canceled or Delayed
President Joe Biden and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg proposed new rules to require airlines pay passengers when flights are canceled or delayed.
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New Warning About Scams On Facebook and Instagram
The social media giant Meta said ChatGPT fraud is being directed at users on its popular platforms – and across the internet.
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Who's Better at Stock Picking: Human Traders or Computers?
A new study on stock trading at the New York Stock Exchange evaluates human vs. robot investing outcomes.
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Home Prices Falling Rapidly in 5 Popular Housing Markets
New Redfin data on U.S. home prices shows that costs are finally retreating and buyers paying less than last year in coveted markets.
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Americans' Savings Now Exceed $1 Trillion. Here's How to Maximize Your Returns
Savings accounts are growing across the U.S., in a strong rebound from last year. How can savers get the most bang for their buck?
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Did Tweets Help Crash Silicon Valley Bank? Paper Shows New Risks
A new study on Silicon Valley Bank's demise links depositor flight and stock crash with Twitter mentions.
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Where AI Can Save Businesses the Most Money
Although there are concerns about AI, it could also help businesses work more effectively, especially in certain industries.
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Major Hyundai Recall of Nearly 570,000 Vehicles for Fire Risk
Hyundai recalls several popular models for electrical short danger and windshield wiper failure.
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