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See How Much Auto Tariffs Could Raise Your Car Insurance Rates
President Donald Trump's 25% auto tariff on imported cars and parts made some companies raise prices. See how this impacts the cost of your car insurance.
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Stagflation: What It Is and Why Retirees Should Care
Stagflation — the economic bogeyman of the 1970's — may return to the US. Here's what it could mean to your retirement.
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Check Your Mailbox: Wells Fargo Settlement Payments Have Begun
Wells Fargo settlement customers whose mortgages were placed in forbearance without their permission should keep an eye on the mail, as checks are going out.
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Prepping for Power Outages: How to Keep Comfortable Amid Strong Storms
Power outages happen at any time. Use these tips to keep comfortable when they occur.
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May Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary
The May Fed meeting came and went with little fanfare as Fed Chair Powell & Co. stuck to their data-dependent script toward interest rates amid tariff uncertainty. The May Fed meeting came and went with little fanfare as Fed Chair Powell & Co. stuck to their data-dependent script toward interest rates amid tariff uncertainty.
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Stock Market Today: Stocks Rise Despite Stagflation Risk
The business of business continues apace on continuing hope for reduced trade-related uncertainty.
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Find the Best 30-Year Mortgage Rates
Here are some of the best 30-year mortgage rates today as they've started slowly going down.
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Where to Store Your Cash in 2025
Take a fresh look at budgeting and savings opportunities for where to store your cash this year, to ensure you leave no stone unturned.
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Why a 5-year CD is Your Best Bet After the Fed Meeting
With no rate cut at the Fed meeting in May, you still have time to lock in historically high interest rates with a 5-year CD.
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How Refinancing a Home Loan Works. Is It Right For You?
Refinancing a mortgage works by replacing your current mortgage with a new one. It can save you money or let you tap the equity in your home, but it can take time to break even after upfront costs.
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After the Fed Meeting, 7 High-Yield Savings Accounts Worth Your While
At the May Fed meeting, they decided to refrain from rate cuts, giving savers more time to earn a great rate.
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Eight 401(k) Mistakes That Can Tank Your Retirement
401(k) mistakes like cashing out early and not taking advantage of an employer match can upend your retirement.
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Will Trump’s 100% Movie Tariff Double Your Ticket Prices? What to Know
Tariffs Trump’s proposed 100% tariff on foreign films threatens global productions and your wallet.
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What Is the May Social Security Payment Schedule?
The date your May Social Security benefit arrives depends on what day of the month you were born.
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Gov. Hochul to Deliver $1 Billion in Tax Relief to New Yorkers
State Tax The New York State Budget deal would benefit middle-class families.
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5 Dividend Growth ETFs to Buy
Dividend growth ETFs can provide investors with a steadily growing stream of passive income and exposure to quality companies.
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40 Discounts, Deals and Freebies to Celebrate National Nurses Week
Celebrate National Nurses Week May 6 - 12 with deals from Costco, Verizon, Carhart, Figs and Green Chef.
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Stock Market Today: Stocks Slip for a Second Straight Day
Solid earnings but mixed guidance amid more tariff uncertainty have markets searching for direction.
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Avoiding Retirement Planning? Here's Five Things You Can Do to Get Started Now
Procrastinating when it comes to saving for retirement is all too common. But stalling for too long will hurt your long-term financial security. Here are five tips to break the cycle.
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New HSA Contribution Limits Are Set for 2026: What to Know Now
Health Savings The IRS says Health Savings Account contribution limits will increase again next year due to inflation.
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Social Security Sees 'Dramatic Increase' in New Filers: Should You Claim Early?
With concerns about funding shortfalls and DOGE disruption, more Americans than usual are filing to collect Social Security benefits, and at younger ages.
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How the Social Security Administration Is Coping with Rapid Change
There has been a fair amount of change at the SSA since Trump took office. Here's a look at what's new this year and how it will impact the agency going forward.
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New SECURE 2.0 Super 401(k) Catch-Up Contribution for Ages 60-63
Retirement Savings SECURE 2.0 changes will allow older workers to increase their retirement savings. Here's what you need to know.
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How to Get Peacock Premium for Free with Instacart Plus
Instacart's premium members can now add NBCU's Peacock Premium to their shopping carts — for free.
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Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Dow Snap Win Streaks
Berkshire Hathaway shares tumbled after Warren Buffett said he'll step down as CEO of the holding company at the end of the year.
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Best Money Market Accounts
Savings A money market account offers you ease of access to your cash that other savings accounts don't. You'll also earn a rate outpacing inflation.
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Thirteen local Social Security offices will temporarily stop all in-person service and will only be available by telephone. .
A departure from closing locations, 13 local Social Security offices will temporarily stop all in-person service and will only be available by telephone.
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As the Market Seesaws, Should You Touch Your 401(K)?
401(k)s are built for the long haul. Reacting emotionally in the short term can do serious long-term damage to your retirement plans.
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The IRS is in Chaos
The Tax Letter DOGE, departures, data agreements and more are creating havoc at the IRS.
