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Is Concierge Medicine for You?

Paying extra can mean faster appointments and closer attention, if it fits your budget.

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Kate Ashford, WMS™

Your Top November Money Questions Answered

Shopping early for the holidays, paying for gifts and using AI to shop were top of mind this month.

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Kimberly Palmer

Slimmer Prices Planned for Weight Loss Drugs in 2026

GLP-1 drug costs are dropping, and coverage could expand.

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Kate Ashford, WMS™

Trump Administration Will Only Fund Partial SNAP in November

A judge ordered the White House to release emergency food assistance funds, but the relief may be short-term.

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Anna Helhoski

How a Personal Finance Expert Leverages Holiday Sales for Household Necessities

I’m a personal finance expert and I’m taking advantage of seasonal sales to upgrade my struggling home appliances.

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Kimberly Palmer

5 Scary Things About the Government Shutdown

Come Saturday, the shutdown will stagger, zombielike, into its second month, and its effects will spread.

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Anna Helhoski

Fed Cuts Rates; Powell Says Future Cuts ‘Far From’ Certain

The Fed lowered rates by 25 basis points to 3.75%-4.00% at its October meeting.

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Anna Helhoski

Your Top October Money Questions Answered

Learn about rebuilding credit, paying off loans and completing end-of-year financial tasks.

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Kimberly Palmer

Data Blackout Leaves Fed Guessing Ahead of Rate Decision

The Fed will meet next week despite the shutdown, and is widely expected to cut rates.

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Anna Helhoski

Asked on Reddit: Should I Pay Off Loans or Save?

When it comes to financial priorities, the right answer can vary by person.

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Kimberly Palmer

Are Air Traffic Controllers the Key to Ending the Shutdown?

The government shutdown has caused travel disruptions as unpaid air traffic controllers call out sick.

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Anna Helhoski

Paychecks on Pause: Lessons Everyone Can Learn From the Shutdown

Millions of federal workers are living without pay. Here's what all of us can do to prepare for financial uncertainty.

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Rick VanderKnyff

Is AI Really Coming After Your Job?

The doomsayers haven’t been proved right — yet — but studies show some occupations are at greater risk than others.

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Anna Helhoski

Shutdown Could Be Looming Yet Again

The federal government is funded through Sept. 30. Congress faces barriers to a new deal as midterms approach.

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News Roundup: Shutdown Looms, Ticketmaster Targeted, EV Tax Break Ends

The government could shut down Wednesday as the political parties hit another stalemate.

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How to Save on Tickets to Live Events in 2025

Save money on live-event tickets by monitoring presales, buying directly and using verified resale platforms.

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Anna Helhoski

Ticketmaster Finds Itself in Federal Crosshairs Again

The FTC accuses the company of coordinating with ticket brokers who dominate online ticket sales.

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Rick VanderKnyff

Roundup: TikTok Deal, Music Streamer Showdown, Fed Cut and More

A deal to keep TikTok alive in the U.S. appears near. Plus: The Fed cuts rates for the first time in 2025.

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Fed Trims Rate: What Does It Mean For You?

The federal funds rate is now 4%-4.25%. Further 2025 cuts are likely.

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Anna Helhoski

How Much Do Music Streaming Services Cost?

Music streaming services all offer massive libraries for a monthly fee. Also: How much do they pay artists?

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Anna Helhoski