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  How bank tellers quietly disappeared from America, and what that means for consumers

  Branch banking is rapidly changing with the rise of automation and fintech.

  4 min read Mar 20, 2019
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  Here’s what top economists say will be the biggest risks to economic growth this year

  Economists weigh in on whether risks to the economic outlook are more heavily tilted toward the downside, the upside or balanced.

  3 min read Mar 14, 2019
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  Survey: 21% of working Americans aren’t saving anything at all

  Many Americans are adding nothing to their savings. These are the biggest reasons.

  5 min read Mar 14, 2019
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  Charitable giving: How to maximize your donations

  Tax law changes have raised the dollar threshold for claiming itemized deductions. Here’s how to make sure your generosity still counts.

  4 min read Mar 13, 2019
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  Powell promotes rate pause in final remarks before upcoming Fed meeting

  Fed Chairman Jerome Powell said the U.S. central bank is in no rush to adjust rates.

  4 min read Mar 11, 2019
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  Millions of Americans have never changed their primary credit card — here’s why you should

  A decision which could be costing consumers hundreds of dollars each year in potential benefits.

  5 min read Mar 09, 2019
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  Economists survey: Expect the Fed to hike again in 2019, but mortgage rates won’t take off

  Two-thirds of economists surveyed say the U.S. central bank will increase borrowing costs again in 2019.

  6 min read Mar 06, 2019
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  Paying people back is easier than ever using apps — but so is making accidental payments

  You just sent money to a stranger. So, how do you get it back?

  3 min read Mar 05, 2019
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  The 5 best and most affordable family vehicles

  There’s a lot to consider when it comes to choosing the right vehicle for your family.

  3 min read Mar 02, 2019
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  U.S. economy grew 2.6% in the fourth quarter, better than expected

  The U.S. economy expanded at a slower pace in the fourth quarter of 2018, but came in well ahead of estimates.

  4 min read Feb 28, 2019
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  Fed Chair Powell grilled on stagnant wage growth in tight job market

  Powell faced criticism from Democratic congressmen for his positive evaluation of the job market despite a period of slow pay gains.

  2 min read Feb 27, 2019
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  Powell justifies a ‘patient’ central bank on rate hikes during Senate testimony

  Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell delivered a positive assessment of the U.S. economy that nonetheless faces some risks.

  4 min read Feb 26, 2019
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  Three-fourths of business economists are predicting a recession by 2021

  Experts are betting that a recession will occur by the end of 2021, a new survey suggests.

  3 min read Feb 25, 2019
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  Why retirees are unretiring — and no, it’s not only for the money

  For many, working one day and then never again is not how the story goes.

  5 min read Feb 22, 2019
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  Millions of Americans have been carrying credit card debt for years

  A new CreditCards.com survey finds credit debt is a long-term issue for many.

  4 min read Feb 21, 2019
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  Fed minutes: Officials unsure on rate hikes, want plan to stop reducing balance sheet

  Will the Federal Reserve raise borrowing costs two times in 2019, as it initially anticipated? That’s a question even the officials on the inside can’t answer.

  4 min read Feb 20, 2019
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  Cost-conscious investor? Charles Schwab, Fidelity add hundreds of commission-free ETFs

  Investors can benefit from lower costs and an increased choice of funds.

  2 min read Feb 15, 2019
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  Slack’s offbeat IPO: 4 things to watch out for

  This isn’t your typical IPO and that means more risk for investors.

  5 min read Feb 13, 2019
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  Why a wallet full of credit cards is so not an emergency fund

  Plan for emergencies instead of taking on dangerous high-interest debt.

  4 min read Feb 12, 2019
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  Survey: Men have higher expectations for Valentine’s Day than women

  Men plan to spend serious cash on Valentine’s Day, and expect their partners to do the same.

  4 min read Feb 06, 2019