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'You Owe Me a Refund': Readers Challenge Attorneys' Bills
The article about lawyers billing clients for hours of work that AI did in seconds generated quite a response. One law firm even called a staff meeting.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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What Is the Federal Funds Rate?
The federal funds rate can impact a host of borrowing costs, and thus the entire U.S. economy.
By Jeff Reeves
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Where Do I Park $50,000 Before the Fed Cuts Rates?
Why a mix of CDs can protect $50,000 from shrinking yields.
By Sean Jackson
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A New TSA Fee Is Coming for Travelers With No REAL ID in February
Don't have a REAL ID yet? You might get hit with a fee to go through security at the airport in February.
By Rachael Green
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11 Unforgettable Road Trips to Take in Retirement
More than a travel trend, the road trip is a quintessential American tradition, with millions of us taking them each year. Here's a guide to helping you choose your next adventure.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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What Will the Fed Do at Its Next Meeting?
The Federal Reserve is expected to keep rates unchanged at the next Fed meeting.
By Dan Burrows
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An Unexpected Way Your Insurance Can Get More Expensive
How insurers are using aerial imagery to assess homes, the backlash from policyholders and how state regulators are trying to rein in the practice.
By Choncé Maddox
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My First $1 Million: Risk Management Consultant, 55
Ever wonder how someone who's made a million dollars or more did it? Kiplinger's My First $1 Million series uncovers the answers.
By Joyce Lamb
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Divide and Conquer: Your Annual Financial Plan Made Easy
Overwhelmed by your financial to-do list? Split it into four quarters and assign each one goals that connect to the time of year. It could be life-changing.
By Mary Ware, CFP®, CIMA®, CDFA®
