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Still Using a Traditional Savings Account? You Could Be Missing OutA high-yield savings account can help your money earn more while keeping it accessible. Learn how HYSAs work, current rates and their pros and cons.
By Erin Bendig
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This Is Why AI Can't Replace Your Financial AdviserAI can track spending, organize expenses, watch for unusual activity and remind us when to pay bills, but it can't offer personalized financial advice.
By Kevin Brauer, MBA, CPA, CMA
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Student Loan Repayment Changes and Tax Traps to Watch in 2026Student Loans Student loan policy and some key tax rules have changed in recent years. Here's what you need to know.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Trump Account: A Head Start Plus a Learning OpportunityThe government will add $1,000 to Trump Accounts for eligible children, but families who contribute regularly and use them as a learning tool can benefit most.
By Jason “JB” Beckett
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5 High-Yield Savings Account Mistakes That Could Be Costing You InterestA high-yield savings account can help your money earn more, but these five common mistakes could be holding your savings back.
By Paige Cerulli
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6 Innovative Ways to Earn Extra Income in RetirementFrom monetizing garage space to selling niche expertise, retirees are boosting cash flow on their own terms.
By Maurie Backman
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Why We Can't Weld Our Way Out of an AI Employment CrisisWhen AI replaces white-collar jobs, workers will be told to "learn a trade." But where's the support for the financial and emotional challenges that causes?
By Jennifer Schwab Wangers
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5 Things I Wish I'd Known Before I RetiredNot only can these insights save you a boatload of stress later in life, but they can help ensure that you have a happy retirement.
By Pam Krueger
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The $2,500 Tax Break for Paying Your Student LoanTax Deductions Do you qualify for the student loan interest deduction this year?
By Katelyn Washington
Tax Deductions
