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Cynthia Measom

Reporter · US

Indexed articles, last 90 days
19
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Sep 27, 2026
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Jul 13, 2026

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  1. Article · Sep 27, 2026 · Cynthia Measom

    At 70, How Much Social Security Could Mel Gibson Collect? - AOL (opens the original)

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    Gibson earned hundreds of millions over his movie career This means he reached the taxable wage cap in many of his earning years Gibson’s estimated Social Security check would be about 2.5x the average retired worker’s benefit There's no proof Gibson is collecting Social Security, so this is all hypothetical Mel Gibson has spent nearly 50 years earning millions as an actor, director and producer, but his Social Security benefit check wouldn’t reflect his total earnings. Social Security has a tax

  2. Article · Sep 26, 2026 · Cynthia Measom

    Got a Signing Bonus? Here's When You Might Have To Pay It Back - AOL (opens the original)

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    You’re ecstatic. You got the job you wanted with a hefty signing bonus. You’ve signed your paperwork, and you’re looking forward to a long and fulfilling career — until you’re not. Within the first year or two, you realize that this isn’t the job for you and decide to resign. But what about that lump sum you received as a signing bonus? Unfortunately, signing bonus clawbacks are real. Here’s when you might have to pay the money back. Consider This: How Investing a Little Each Paycheck Builds Wea

  3. Article · Sep 25, 2026 · Cynthia Measom

    Hospital Bill Higher Than Expected? Here's the Script To Ask for a Reduction - AOL (opens the original)

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    If a hospital bill comes in higher than you expected, don't automatically resign yourself to paying it in full. Instead, call the hospital to verify the charges and find out if there's any wiggle room on the balance. But before you pick up the phone, here are five pieces of valuable advice from two patient advocates that can increase your chances of success. Also Check Out: 5 Bills That Quietly Increase Every Year — and How To Stop It Try This: 10 Unusual Ways To Make Extra Money (That Actually

  4. Article · Sep 25, 2026 · Cynthia Measom

    Millennial Wealth by 30: Why $95K Stands Out - AOL (opens the original)

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    Many millennials worry about how their financial situation stacks up against their peers, especially those in higher-income households. While income doesn't automatically translate into wealth, earning an upper-middle-class salary can create more opportunities to build retirement savings, invest and accumulate assets before age 30. However, financial progress isn't as simple as a savings account balance. From 401(k)s and investment portfolios to home equity and other assets, there are several wa

  5. Article · Sep 23, 2026 · Cynthia Measom

    5 Reasons Why Your First Paycheck at a New Job May Be Smaller Than You Expected - AOL (opens the original)

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    You landed your dream job with a great salary, so why does your first paycheck look disappointingly small? The gap between what you negotiated and what actually arrives can be jarring. Several sneaky factors could be at work — everything from when you started in the pay cycle to deductions you weren't expecting. Your pay stub holds the answers. By understanding what's eating into your first check, you can manage your expectations for future paychecks and catch any real problems that need fixing.

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