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You Have Some Options for Dealing With Rising Property Taxes

The New York Times – Business:
The average bill rose 3 percent last year, in part because of higher tax rates. There are ways to try to reduce what you owe, experts say.
Help for Medicare Advantage Patients Who Lose Doctors Is Shelved, for Now

The New York Times – Business:
Nationwide, hospital and providers are leaving private Medicare Advantage plans, putting thousands of seniors at risk of higher costs and the loss of trusted doctors.
Looking for a College Scholarship on Social Media Sites? Buyer, Beware.

The New York Times – Business:
Students say they trust their peers’ advice more than financial advisers’, a new survey found. But experts say students need to do their own research.
‘Spring Clean’ Your Finances: How to Overhaul Your Spending and Savings to Stay on Track

The New York Times – Business:
When the world feels uncertain, spend the season of renewal taking charge of what you can control: your budget.
Bad, Very Bad and Much Worse: Pick a Forecast for the War and Economy

The New York Times – Business:
A merely bad outlook might be good enough for the markets, our columnist says.
Check Your Target-Date Fund, Especially if You Plan to Retire Soon

The New York Times – Business:
Their simplicity makes the funds appealing, but they could leave many workers near retirement, particularly baby boomers, short on savings.
The Oil Shocks of the ’70s Changed the World. Will the Iran War Do the Same?

The New York Times – Business:
Gas lines and quadrupling oil prices freaked out American consumers. But the oil crises also transformed global finance.
Many People Will Need Long-Term Care, but Most Don’t Have Insurance to Cover It

The New York Times – Business:
Care for people who can’t take care of themselves is expensive, and regular health insurance doesn’t cover the cost.
Help! Budget Charged Me $595 for Returning a Car a Few Hours Early.

The New York Times – Business:
An American who rented a vehicle for a two-week European vacation brought it back to the airport a bit ahead of schedule. Why did the price almost double?
Should I Tell My Employee I Think He Has ADHD?

The New York Times – Business:
Plus, my co-workers had an affair and misused company funds. Somehow, I’m the one dealing with the fallout.
What to Know About Electric Cars When Gas Prices Are Surging

The New York Times – Business:
War in Iran has disrupted global oil supplies, which is prompting some car shoppers to look for ways to climb off “the gas-price roller coaster.”
The I.R.S. Is Phasing Out Paper Checks. Here’s How to Speed Your Refund.

The New York Times – Business:
President Trump has directed that most federal payments be issued electronically, including tax refunds. Last year nearly 10 million people got their refund via a paper check.