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What Is the National Debt?

The national debt is a major bellwether of a country's economic health.

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Cara Smith, Anna Helhoski

What Is Concierge Medicine? (And Should You Consider It?)

Less waiting, more access, longer visits — find out if concierge medicine is right for you.

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Kate Ashford, WMS™

What Happens If the U.S. Can’t Pay Its Bills? ‘Catastrophe’

A default on U.S. debt could trigger a worldwide recession and upend stock markets in addition to wreaking havoc in Americans' financial lives.

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Anna Helhoski

Should I Join a Class-Action Lawsuit?

In most cases, there's little downside to joining class-action lawsuits.

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Dalia Ramirez

How to Make Summer Camp More Affordable

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Kimberly Palmer

What Is the Median Household Income?

The median household income is $83,730, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Anna Helhoski

How to Bolster Your Financial Confidence

Having the right amount of confidence can help us make better financial decisions.

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Kimberly Palmer

How to Ease Your Kids Into Estate Planning

Introducing kids to estate planning early can provide reassurance — and set a good example as they start adult life.

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Elizabeth Ayoola

Why Is Everything So Expensive?

Inflation has been slowing down. But prices remain high, and tariffs could bring a new wave of price hikes.

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Taryn Phaneuf

Retiring? If You Need a Home Loan, Get One First

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Liz Weston, CFP®

6 LGBTQ+ Financial Influencers to Follow in 2023

LGBTQ+ financial pros offer advice for building generational wealth, starting a business, family planning and affordable housing.

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What Is a Junk Fee?

Junk fees can include surcharges you pay on credit cards, bills, loans, air travel, hotel rooms and event tickets.

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Anna Helhoski

Will You Face a Tax Bomb in Retirement?

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Liz Weston, CFP®

What Is Pay Transparency and Which States Require It?

Eight states and six local areas have pay transparency laws.

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Anna Helhoski

7 Ways to Use Your Tax Refund to Fight Inflation

With prices rising on everyday items, consumers can use tax refunds strategically to offset some of those costs.

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Kimberly Palmer

Two More Reports Repeat: AI Will Probably Affect Your Job

Roughly two-thirds of current jobs are likely to be affected by AI automation, according to Goldman Sachs.

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Anna Helhoski

Should You Rent in Retirement?

Renting in retirement could make sense if you’re moving to a new area, looking to reduce expenses or seeking a sense of community.

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Liz Weston, CFP®

Egg Producers Manipulated Prices, DOJ Says

The Department of Justice has proposed a settlement with three large producers. Meanwhile, prices are climbing again.

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Taryn Phaneuf

How Your Ex Could Boost Your Social Security Benefits

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Liz Weston, CFP®

Pandemic at 3 Years: How Our Financial Lives Have Changed

Since COVID-19 came into our lives, a lot has changed, including the way we work, travel, save and spend.

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Anna Helhoski