Category: Personal Finances

Consumer Debt Data Shows ‘Overall’ Health Amid Persisting Divides

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Homeowners with low fixed-rate mortgages lead a resilient picture of the economy. But many consumers are frustrated with declining real wages and other loans.
Homeowners tight on cash are tapping into their homes’ equity.

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Should You Be Dating While Unemployed?

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If you’re single and unemployed, it may make sense to prioritize job hunting. But that doesn’t have to mean putting your life on pause.
Medicare Advantage’s Perks Are Getting Scrutiny

The New York Times – Business:
Officials said no to health plans that wanted to expand extra benefits to cover medical marijuana, streaming services and shopping clubs. More changes are coming in 2027.
If You’re Struggling to Pay Day-to-Day Bills, There’s Help

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Nonprofit financial counselors say there has been a significant increase this year in the number of borrowers seeking their advice.
Follow the Markets and Track Stocks With These Free Apps

The New York Times – Business:
Google Finance and Apple’s Stocks app have added new features over the years to make them more useful for tracking the markets and your investments.
Follow the Markets and Track Stocks With These Free Apps

The New York Times – Business:
Google Finance and Apple’s Stocks app have added new features over the years to make them more useful for tracking the markets and your investments.
Education Dept. to Wipe Out Student Loans of 170,000 More Defrauded Borrowers

The New York Times – Business:
The sprawling case, centered on students defrauded by for-profit schools, has now become the largest class-action settlement in American history.
Leaving Property to Your Heirs Can Lead to Headache, not Robust Wealth

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Real estate passed down without a clear title of ownership can prevent families from creating generational wealth.
Plug-In Solar Panels Are Starting to Sprout in U.S. Backyards

The New York Times – Business:
Ten U.S. states have legalized systems that can be plugged into standard wall outlets. The technology typically does not require permits or electricians.
Why Some Banks Still Charge High Overdraft Fees

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Congress scrapped a rule last year that capped how much banks could charge if you spent more than was in your account. Now, banks’ revenue from the fees is rising.
What Would Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Prenuptial Agreement Look Like?

The New York Times – Business:
What would a prenuptial agreement between one of the world’s biggest pop stars and a three-time Super Bowl champion look like? Legal experts weigh in.