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How the One Big Beautiful Bill Will Change Charitable Giving
Taxpayers who don't itemize will be able to take a bigger deduction for donations, which could boost giving. However, high-income donors could see their tax benefits reduced.
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Seven Reasons Your Home Insurance Costs Are Surging
Home insurance costs are skyrocketing, with specific factors driving the surge. Here's how to whittle down your premium.
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How a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Works
You can use home equity to pay off high-interest debt or improve your home, but it’s important to understand the risks.
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I Got Laid Off at 59 with an $800,000 401(k). What Are My Options?
If you've also recently been laid off, don't panic! Here's expert advice on what to do.
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I Wouldn't Use These Types of CD Accounts Right Now
The good news is you can earn over 4% on many CDs. However, there are three types of CDs I wouldn’t currently recommend.
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Best CD Rates — A Risk-Free Way to Save
Savings The best CD rates allow you to outpace inflation and reach your savings goal fast. See our top picks.
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates
Are you looking for the best no-fee high-yield savings rates? Our top picks earn you 4.35%.
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The Best High-Yield Savings Accounts of October 2025
Our high-yield savings account picks earn you rates as high as 4.35%, helping you outpace inflation and grow your savings quicker.
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A 'Fast, Fair and Friendly' Fail: Farmers Irks Customers With Its Handling of a Data Breach
Farmers Insurance is facing negative attention and lawsuits because of a three-month delay in notifying 1.1 million policyholders about a data breach. Here's what you can do if you're affected.