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HHS Funding Secured As Major Government Shutdown Avoided
With passage of the fiscal 2024 appropriations package, Medicare and Social Security are among the key agencies to receive funding through September 30.
By Esther D’Amico Last updated
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SECURE 2.0 Act Now Helps Lighten the Burden of Student Loans
Employers can attract talented employees with a new benefit: a matching contribution to an employee's 401(k) when they make payments on their student debt.
By Mary K. Moreland Published
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Biden Cancels $1.2 Billion in Student Loan Debt: What To Know
Biden forgives $1.2 billion in student loan debt for nearly 153,000 borrowers.
By Joey Solitro Published
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529s: No Longer the Ho-Hum Investing Device for College
Changes to the plans allow for the savings to be rolled into a Roth IRA, as long as certain rules are met, if a child decides not to pursue their education.
By Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert Published
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Workplace Financial Coaching Has Become Ever More Important
Employees face growing challenges to their financial wellness today, so it’s more critical than ever that employers provide the help they need to navigate them.
By Greg Ward, CFP® Published
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Four Options for Saving for Your Newborn’s Future
Different types of accounts have different rules, but all serve the purpose of helping your child get a head start on their financial future.
By Kevin Webb, CFP® Published
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What A Government Shutdown Means For Student Loan Payments
Federal student loan payments resumed in fall 2023. Here's what a government shutdown would mean for borrowers.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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What Is 401(k) Student Loan Matching?
Strapped student loan borrowers can pay down debt and boost their retirement accounts.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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529 Plans: Give the Gift of Education (and Compounding)
As the cost of college tuition skyrockets, parents and grandparents can take advantage of tax-efficient 529 plans and higher limits on gift and estate taxes.
By Mel Casey, CFA®, CAIA Published