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  What are junk fees?

  A look at the best ways to avoid paying such extra charges.

  6 min read Apr 04, 2023
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  What is the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and how does it work?

  If you work for the federal government or serve in the military, you’ll want to know more about the TSP.

  4 min read Jan 25, 2023
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  Midterm elections 2022: Here are the key things at stake for your money

  Inflation and the economy are hot topics as the midterm elections draw near.

  7 min read Nov 08, 2022
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  2022 midterm elections and your retirement: How to stay financially prepared for policy changes

  Here’s what those planning for retirement need to pay attention to.

  7 min read Nov 08, 2022
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  5 ways the midterm elections could impact markets

  How the midterms could impact the stock market and different industries.

  3 min read Nov 08, 2022
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  What is a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA)?

  For people living on a fixed income, the COLA is a critical safety net.

  3 min read Oct 13, 2022
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  Social Security payments to soar 8.7% in 2023 after highest COLA increase in 40 years

  The jump follows last year’s large increase of 5.9 percent, and it’s the largest boost since 1981.

  2 min read Oct 13, 2022
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  Can you use a credit card for political donations?

  You can use a card to make political donations, but there are pitfalls to avoid.

  3 min read Oct 12, 2022
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  All the ways a president can (and can’t) influence the Federal Reserve

  Presidents may affect the world’s most powerful central bank more than you think.

  7 min read Oct 07, 2022
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  Donor-advised funds: A popular tax-advantaged way to give to charity

  Here’s how a donor-advised fund works and why it may be an attractive option for the wealthy.

  4 min read Oct 05, 2022
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  How to suspend Social Security benefits and when it makes sense to do so

  Here’s what to know about suspending Social Security benefits and when you might want to.

  5 min read Aug 19, 2022
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  How to register a domestic partnership

  Not all states recognize domestic partnerships, meaning it pays to do some research.

  6 min read Jul 08, 2022
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  How to choose a bank that agrees with your values

  Check out these options for banks that match your values.

  4 min read Jul 07, 2022
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  Federal Reserve raises interest rates by a half point to fight soaring inflation

  The Fed is withdrawing stimulus at the fastest pace in decades.

  7 min read May 04, 2022
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  Earned income tax credit (EITC): What it is and who qualifies 

  This popular tax break can be one of the trickiest.

  5 min read Mar 24, 2022
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  Biden’s executive order on cryptocurrency – here’s what it means for you

  The government has as much as six months to prepare an assessment of these digital currencies.

  2 min read Mar 09, 2022
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  Filing your taxes soon? Here’s how COVID-19 relief could affect what you owe

  The coronavirus pandemic is making this year’s tax season complex.

  7 min read Mar 02, 2022
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  The worst inflation in 40 years: Here’s when price pressures could hit their peak

  Consumers are bracing for a longer stretch of high inflation. But when can it be expected to slow down?

  7 min read Feb 25, 2022
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  Investor’s guide to electric vehicle ETFs

  It’s important to understand the risks and rewards of investing in electric vehicles ETFs before you get started.

  5 min read Feb 17, 2022
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  Higher inflation: Winners and losers when prices rise

  Americans don’t have many places to hide from high inflation.

  4 min read Jan 12, 2022