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  7 smart things to do after receiving a windfall

  A windfall can be a life-changing blessing. It can also be a burden if not handled properly.

  4 min read May 15, 2019
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  Need fast access to your savings? Automated savings app Digit adds instant transfer for bank accounts

  For 99 cents per withdrawal, users can move money from their account into another within minutes.

  2 min read May 14, 2019
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  Influx of residents to counties where home prices are surging crimps locals

  The least affordable counties grew much faster than their more affordable peers.

  2 min read May 09, 2019
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  Here’s why low inflation has the Fed concerned right now

  With the best job market in decades, the Fed is wondering why there isn’t more inflation.

  7 min read May 07, 2019
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  Warren Buffett says to avoid these two types of hot investments

  Here’s what Buffett and Charlie Munger had to say about IPOs, crypto and Alphabet.

  4 min read May 06, 2019
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  Home seller gains slip in first quarter as home-price growth cools

  Sellers get a little less and buyers pay a little less.

  1 min read May 06, 2019
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  Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, notes unexpectedly soft inflation

  The Fed continues to delay any interest rate moves amid persistently low inflation.

  4 min read May 01, 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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  U.S. economy blows away expectations in the first quarter, but questions remain

  GDP expanded by 3.2 percent, but gains came from the typically more volatile components.

  3 min read Apr 26, 2019
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  3 things to watch for at the Fed’s April-May meeting

  The Fed will most likely hold interest rates steady, but here’s how it could still impact your wallet.

  7 min read Apr 26, 2019
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  Robinhood, looking beyond brokerage, seeks bank charter to expand into deposits, credit cards

  The free stock trading outfit had previously walked back deposit product plans.

  2 min read Apr 25, 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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  Tax Day 2019: Where to find the best freebies, deals and discounts

  Freebies, restaurant discounts and travel deals to help you save this Tax Day.

  3 min read Apr 12, 2019
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  Here’s what Lyft’s dismal debut might mean for Uber’s IPO

  Coming off Lyft’s shaky IPO, what will Uber’s debut look like?

  5 min read Apr 11, 2019
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  Survey: Younger Americans are much more comfortable talking money on a first date

  Younger Americans are less shy about talking credit scores, debt and other financial topics with a new love interest.

  5 min read Apr 11, 2019
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  Fed officials say rates could shift in ‘either direction’ depending on economic growth

  Federal Reserve officials are giving themselves room to be flexible with monetary policy.

  3 min read Apr 10, 2019
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  Why parents should start teaching their kids about money at an early age

  Learning to become financially savvy is beginning to take a much different shape than in the past.

  7 min read Apr 07, 2019
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  Property taxes jumped 4 percent nationwide in 2018

  In more than half of the places studied, property taxes surged higher than the national average.

  2 min read Apr 04, 2019
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  Being invited to a budget-busting wedding costs Americans in more ways than one

  It’s often overlooked just how hard weddings hit the budgets of invited guests.

  7 min read Apr 01, 2019
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  Why banks are suddenly so interested in pitching ways to improve your wealth

  Challenged by fintech startups, banks are pushing new services to customers.

  5 min read Mar 27, 2019