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When Helping Mom and Dad Hurts Your Wallet
New research shows how assisting an aging parent with expenses can strain your own finances.
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6 Quick Money Moves to Make Before the Year Ends
Finish the year strong with smart money moves that can boost savings, trim taxes and set you up for a better 2026.
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The 'Soft' Banking Trend That Could Transform Your Savings
The "soft switching" banking trend allows you to explore a new bank account while keeping your primary one. See how it could benefit you.
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Charitable Giving Just Got Easier, But Also a Little Harder
The OBBB shakes up charitable deductions with a little help for non-itemizers and a new challenge for itemizers this holiday season.
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Holiday Tipping Guide: Who to Tip (And How Much?)
Holiday tipping guide for all of the hard working people that make your life easier.
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I'm 57 with a great remote job, but my company wants me in the office full-time. I don't have the energy for a daily commute. Help!
We asked career planning and human resources experts for advice on how to handle return-to-work orders.
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Four Big Airport Rule Changes for Flyers
Changes are afoot for domestic flights — and for some international trips, too.
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To Tip or Not to Tip: Updated Guidelines
If you’re weary of widespread prompts to leave a gratuity, follow these guidelines for when it’s customary — and when you can skip it.
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7 Ways to Splurge on Yourself, Because Your Kids Will Inherit Enough
Live Large Your kids will have plenty. Enjoy your money in your lifetime.
Live Large
