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  How likely is a recession by the 2020 elections? Here’s what top economists say

  The major concern about the U.S. economy: How much longer will the expansion last?

  5 min read Sep 16, 2019
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  Most important issue for voters in 2020 is the economy, Bankrate survey reveals

  Americans favor Biden over President Trump on key issues.

  5 min read Jul 30, 2019
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  We’re in the longest economic expansion in US history — here’s what made it unlike any other

  The U.S. economy looks far different now than it did when the expansion first began in June 2009.

  13 min read Jul 18, 2019
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  6 key takeaways from the first round of Democratic presidential debates

  The race to take on Donald Trump has begun for Democrats.

  7 min read Jun 28, 2019
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  The Trump administration’s trade wars are whipping Fed policy back and forth

  Here’s why Fed officials are so concerned about the trade war right now.

  9 min read Jun 07, 2019
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  Here’s how much Trump’s tariffs on China could cost American consumers

  Here are the steps you should take moving forward to minimize the impact.

  6 min read May 24, 2019
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  Everything you need to know about the Trump administration’s trade war with China

  Every time there’s a tariff hike, your pocketbook is likely going to feel it.

  8 min read May 15, 2019
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  Here’s how much Trump’s Fed picks could actually shake up the central bank

  The Fed might find itself in a tricky situation.

  7 min read Apr 30, 2019
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  Nearly half of Americans say Washington politics is the biggest threat to economy

  Yet, only 25 percent say these economic concerns are leading them to spend less.

  5 min read Apr 17, 2019
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  Powell justifies a ‘patient’ central bank on rate hikes during Senate testimony

  Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell delivered a positive assessment of the U.S. economy that nonetheless faces some risks.

  4 min read Feb 26, 2019
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  Survey: Americans say this is the biggest threat to the US economy

  The economy is thriving. Here’s what Americans say could knock it off course.

  4 min read Nov 28, 2018
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  Now that the midterm elections are over, what’s next for your money?

  Not much should change in the short term. In the long term? That’s a different story.

  2 min read Nov 07, 2018
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  Just 38% of Americans say their finances have improved since the 2016 election

  As the economy continues to improve, many people aren’t seeing improvement in their own wallets, Bankrate’s survey finds.

  6 min read Oct 24, 2018
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  Will the GOP tax plan make you more financially secure?

  Take a closer look on how the GOP tax reforms might impact your life.

  3 min read Dec 07, 2017
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  Will the Republican tax plan help or hurt your family? It depends

  The latest tax proposal has murky math for families. See how it adds up for you.

  3 min read Nov 06, 2017
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  Under the Republican tax plan, would you want to become a company?

  The proposal could cut business taxes to levels tempting for individual taxpayers.

  3 min read Nov 02, 2017
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  How tax reform could rattle your retirement planning

  The Trump plan might bring big changes to the way 401(k) contributions are taxed.

  2 min read Oct 23, 2017
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  3 ways the Trump tax plan could shake up your finances

  Though it’s skimpy on details, the tax overhaul could alter your financial life.

  2 min read Sep 29, 2017
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  How would Trump’s tax proposals affect you?

  Who will benefit from Trump’s tax proposals? And what should you do today to prepare?

  3 min read Aug 31, 2017
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  7 ways tax laws could change under the Donald Trump tax plan

  The new president wants to lower tax rates for most Americans. See how you might save.

  5 min read Jan 20, 2017