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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

  

• 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 Apr 22, 2022

  

• 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

  

• 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

  

• 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

  

• 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

  

• 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

  

• Tax season 2022: Everything to know before you file and how to get your refund fast

  Experts say taxpayers should file quickly and start early — but don’t sacrifice accuracy.

  7 min read Feb 09, 2022

  

• 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

  

• Survey: Experts predict another year of decades-high inflation

  Price increases depend on supply chain and labor shortages.

  4 min read Jan 06, 2022