How the SECURE Act impacts your retirement savings
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Was Trump right about the Fed and the need for lower interest rates all along?
The chief executive’s claims weren’t wholly correct — even if they ended up being right.
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Survey: Americans divided on whether to credit Trump with strong economy
A Bankrate survey shows how Americans feel about their finances as they relate to the Trump presidency and the 2020 election.
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How likely is a recession by the 2020 elections? Here’s what top economists say
The major concern about the U.S. economy: How much longer will the expansion last?
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Most important issue for voters in 2020 is the economy, Bankrate survey reveals
Americans favor Biden over President Trump on key issues.
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We’re in the longest economic expansion in US history — here’s what made it unlike any other
The U.S. economy looks far different now than it did when the expansion first began in June 2009.
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The Trump administration’s trade wars are whipping Fed policy back and forth
Here’s why Fed officials are so concerned about the trade war right now.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Survey: Americans say this is the biggest threat to the US economy
The economy is thriving. Here’s what Americans say could knock it off course.
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Will the Republican tax plan help or hurt your family? It depends
The latest tax proposal has murky math for families. See how it adds up for you.
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Under the Republican tax plan, would you want to become a company?
The proposal could cut business taxes to levels tempting for individual taxpayers.
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7 ways tax laws could change under the Donald Trump tax plan
The new president wants to lower tax rates for most Americans. See how you might save.
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Labor unions: What’s their future under Trump?
Will Trump and the GOP be friends or foes of labor? Find out what the movement faces.
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6 ways Trump may affect your wallet
The new president could change parts of your financial life, including your taxes.
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Don’t let bad body language cost you
You might not be running for president in your lifetime, but chances are, your body language will affect you at some point when you’re gunning for a job you really want.
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Fiscal cliff: Expiring tax laws incite fear
The fiscal cliff of expiring tax laws could set off a chain of catastrophic tax events Jan. 1.
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Tax proposals: Obama vs. Romney
The president you choose will help shape our tax code. Here’s a look at the candidates’ plans.
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