How Scammers Are Stealing Money From Food Stamps Recipients
Thieves are using skimmers to drain millions in food stamps and other public benefits from the neediest Americans.
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The Perils of the Fed’s Vast Bond Holdings
The Federal Reserve is shedding assets at a glacial pace, exposing the financial system to continuing risks, our columnist says.
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Medical Debt Shows Up Less Often on Credit Reports
But the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said 15 million people still had medical bills in their files, which can make it hard to qualify for loans.
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What Fed Rate Moves Mean for Mortgages, Credit Cards and Student Loans
Higher rates benefit those who can save, but for borrowers falling rates would reduce bills on credit cards, home equity loans and other forms of debt.