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  January Fed forecast: Experts say rates will stay put, but here’s what could shift policy

  The Fed will stay on the sidelines for an extended period, experts predict.

  5 min read Jan 24, 2020
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  Americans are feeling more confident in their ability to pay off debts

  Many debtors are confident they’ll make progress towards debt payoff this year. Here are some tips to help you get started.

  4 min read Jan 24, 2020
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  Preview of the Fed meeting: 5 things borrowers and savers should watch for

  How long will the Fed be on the sidelines?

  9 min read Jan 24, 2020
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  Short-term CDs are still a smart money move, thanks to the Fed

  With the Fed likely holding steady on rates for now, short-term CDs still look like a good option.

  3 min read Jan 24, 2020
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  These 4 officials will now have a vote on the Fed committee that sets interest rates

  Will the new voting members be hawkish or dovish on rates?

  7 min read Jan 17, 2020
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  Survey: 43% of Americans think their financial situation will get better in 2020

  And these are the reasons why they are optimistic about their finances.

  4 min read Jan 16, 2020
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  Survey: While checking fees vary wildly by race and age, Americans stay loyal to their banks

  Competition for your cash is intense, it pays to shop around when looking for a new bank.

  8 min read Jan 15, 2020
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  Americans are still making these 7 silly savings mistakes

  These common mistakes are costing us a huge chunk of change.

  4 min read Jan 10, 2020
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  Survey: Half of American workers haven’t gotten a pay boost this year

  The findings come at a time when job growth appears to be booming.

  6 min read Dec 19, 2019
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  Survey: Credit card debt more common when net worth exceeds $100K

  No matter what your worth is on paper, pay off your credit card debt as soon as possible.

  4 min read Dec 18, 2019
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  Chase opens its first ever in-branch coffee shop

  You can now get your caffeine fix while you make a withdrawal at this new Chase location.

  2 min read Dec 17, 2019
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  Here’s what top economists predict will happen to the U.S. economy over the next decade

  What’s the likelihood that the economy will be even more blockbuster in the 2020s? Not much, according to experts.

  4 min read Dec 17, 2019
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  Vices like drinking, smoking and gambling cost Americans more than $2,400 per year

  Drinking, smoking and playing the lottery are eating up a significant portion of earnings, particularly for the lowest earners.

  4 min read Dec 12, 2019
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  Fed keeps interest rates unchanged, expects no moves in 2020

  Here’s what to expect with the Fed now on hold.

  6 min read Dec 11, 2019
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  Fed forecast survey: Top experts predict borrowing costs will be left alone — for now

  The Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate decision looks all but locked in.

  5 min read Dec 06, 2019
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  Preview of the December Fed meeting: 4 key themes for borrowers and savers

  When will the Fed move on rates again?

  7 min read Dec 06, 2019
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  Survey: Recession odds diminishing for U.S. economy, but watch for a slowdown

  The U.S. economy is going to be walking a fine line over the next year.

  8 min read Dec 04, 2019
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  Survey: Most Americans plan to steer clear of shopping debt this holiday season

  The economy keeps expanding and shoppers plan to buy, but with cash on hand.

  5 min read Nov 25, 2019
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  Survey: More than half of American workers say they are behind in saving for retirement

  Everyone wants their golden years to be golden. But saving for them is another thing.

  5 min read Nov 21, 2019
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  Survey: 40 percent of credit card debtors have higher balances than over past decade

  Many feel optimistic about their ability to pay balances compared to the beginning of this year.

  5 min read Nov 20, 2019