More than 3 million people will soon get a Social Security boost. Here’s who qualifies for increased payments
Here’s what you need to know about the Social Security Fairness Act.
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Mar 14, 2025
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How, and why, to set up a trust for your house
Putting assets in a trust, including a home, protects them in many ways.
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Did the weeklong boycott put a dent in Amazon’s stock?
The Amazon boycott had little impact on the stock’s price throughout the week.
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Gender pay gaps vary by state, industry, job and race and ethnicity. Here’s where pay disparities are the widest
The gender pay gap impacts all women, but not in the same way.
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Does free or discounted summer travel sound good? A new credit card can help
Travel credit cards can lead to free or discounted trips, especially if you do your homework and plan ahead.
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Trump’s latest tax proposal: No taxes for those earning less than $150,000
If you earn less than $150,000, Trump wants to abolish your taxes, says U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.
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What debts can you transfer to a credit card?
You can transfer a variety of debt to cards, but not all cards accept all transfers.
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Pros and cons of bad credit business loans
Bad credit business loans are attractive, but they aren’t without disadvantages.
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What is an add-on CD?
Add-on CDs can offer more flexibility than a traditional CD.
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Who pays closing costs — the buyer or the seller?
Who pays closing costs, buyers or sellers? And how much are they for each?
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When should you spend your emergency fund?
Here’s what you need to know about tapping into your emergency fund.
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February CPI is here. Does this impact my car insurance?
February CPI shows stubborn inflation in motor vehicle insurance.
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Can you use money from your IRA to buy a house?
It might be possible to use funds from your IRA to buy a house.
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How I’m Saving $24,000 By Moving from Boston to Washington, D.C.
After facing a rent increase, I’m moving to Washington, D.C. to save $24,000 over two years.
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Nearly one-third of American adults now trust social media for financial advice: Why that’s a terrible idea
While social media may be a popular way to access low-cost financial advice, it’s an awful resource for a number of reasons.
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Elon Musk’s brother is selling Tesla stock — should you be worried?
Should this sale from an insider — Kimbal Musk is a director of Tesla — worry you?
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Car crash statistics: Insight into the latest car crash fatality stats
Bankrate’s analysis of car crash statistics and driver behavior trends.
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Annuities vs. dividend stocks: Which is better for retirement?
Annuities can be great for security, and dividend stocks for flexibility.
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What is a virtual credit card?
A virtual credit card uses randomly generated numbers to protect your card information.
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Open-end vs. closed-end funds
Closed-end, open-end funds and ETFs may all seem the same, but what sets them apart?
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