Personal Finances – Page 3

How Fed Rates Influence Mortgages, Credit Cards, Savings and More

Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.

By Tara Siegel Bernard and Ron Lieber

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Social Security Workers Say It Is Being Endangered by DOGE

Current and former employees, both Republican and Democratic, are raising alarms about the damage cost-cutting efforts could do to the agency’s ability to serve the public.

By Tara Siegel Bernard

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How Some Investors Are Protecting Their Money Amid Stock Market Woes

Some people are shifting their investment strategies as the stock market sours on President Trump, despite advice to maintain their savings and wait out the angst.

By Danielle Kaye

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Buying a Car? Trump’s Tariffs Could Make It More Expensive.

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.

By Ann Carrns