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How Your Financial Institution Can Help You Dig Out of Debt
High interest rates and inflation have helped add to Americans’ credit card debt. Your bank or credit union might be able to help you dig out.
By Kevin Brauer, MBA, CPA, CMA Published
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Six Tasks That Can Help You Feel Better About Your Money
Even small and gradual changes can have a big impact on your financial situation and how you feel about it.
By David Kimball Published
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The $2,500 Tax Break for Paying Your Student Loan
Tax Deductions Do you qualify for the student loan interest deduction this year?
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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Visa, Mastercard's Swipe Fee Settlement Might Save You Money, For Now
The limited-time agreement directly benefits merchants, which can potentially pass savings on to consumers.
By Keerthi Vedantam Published
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Capital One/Discover: What's In Their Wallet For You?
Push back on Capital One's planned merger with Discover is growing with one group of consumer advocates calling for a public hearing.
By Keerthi Vedantam Published
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Lawmakers: Nix Social Security Offsets For Seniors In Student Loan Default
Offsetting Social Security benefits to pay for defaulted student loans can be devastating for some beneficiaries, lawmakers say.
By Joey Solitro Published
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HHS Funding Secured As Major Government Shutdown Avoided
With passage of the fiscal 2024 appropriations package, Medicare and Social Security are among the key agencies to receive funding through September 30.
By Esther D’Amico Last updated
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Really! Get Travel Rewards for Rent Payments
With the BILT credit card, get travel rewards on rent payments. This is a new kind of card, but it's legit.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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How Your Home Can Fill Gaps in Your Retirement Plan
If you have gaps in your plan for retirement income, you might consider adding the value of your home to your planning.
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative Published