New car prices could increase $4,000 or more, according to one estimate. And used cars could also rise in price. “It’s a crazy situation for consumers,” an expert said.
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Spring 2025 Fashion Trends: Jackets, Shoes and More to Shop This Season
Easy pants, wafer-thin sweaters, go-everywhere coats and more.
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How the Tax Bill Could Impact Your Wallet
Brackets may change. The standard deduction could fall. And President Trump will probably not remove taxes on Social Security income.
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Why You Should Sign Up for an I.R.S. Identity Protection PIN
With employees from the so-called Department of Government Efficiency poking around in agency systems, faith in data security isn’t what it once was. The tool, an identity protection PIN, can help.
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Buying a Home? Without the CFPB, You Need to Be Your Own Watchdog.
The C.F.P.B. had kept a close eye on mortgage lenders. But with the bureau hobbled, consumers should take several steps, starting with shopping for the best mortgage rates.
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Help! I Couldn’t Take My Tall-Ship Voyage, and I Want My Money Back.
When an injured traveler has to back out of a $1,450 volunteer gig aboard a historic ship, the company says it’s just the middleman and the terms and conditions on its website don’t apply.
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Digging Out of a Therapy Rut
Here’s how to know, and how to get out of it.
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Women’s Sports Events Worth Traveling to in 2025
Whether the athletes are on the soccer field, the hockey rink or the balance beam, these travel-worthy contests are bursting with excitement, competition and big names.
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What You Should Know About Your Spouse’s Money
Many couples are surprisingly unaware about key aspects of each other’s finances — and that can hurt them. Here’s how to get on the same page.
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How to Watch the Oscars 2025: Date, Time and Streaming
Conan O’Brien will host the annual awards, which will be available to watch live on a streaming service for the first time.
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How Consumers Can Protect Themselves With the CFPB on Pause
Rules on bank and credit card fees, medical debt and payment apps are in limbo. One thing you can do is carefully check your financial statements, one expert says.
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Travel Rewards Programs Now: Too Many Points, Not Enough Seats
As rewards programs proliferate and shift to spending rather than miles flown, it has become harder to earn awards. We explain why, and help you plan a strategy to maximize your rewards.