Readers sent some of their most urgent financial queries, asking about issues like Social Security and student loan debt. Financial planners offered ideas.
Category: Personal Finances
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The Fed’s Preferred Inflation Gauge Cooled Notably in February
The New York Times – Business:A closely watched measure of price increases provided encouraging news as the Fed considers when to stop raising rates.
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A Federal Tool Could Soon Make It Easier to Compare Credit Cards
The New York Times – Business:The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which already provides some card details, is asking banks for more information about who qualifies for which cards.
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What It’s Like to Become a Caregiver to Your Parents in Your 20s
The New York Times – Business:Many adult children end up caring for their parents late in life. But when the role reversal happens in their 20s and 30s, the burden can feel too much to bear.
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When Your Career, and Retirement, Are the Family’s Business
The New York Times – Business:Succession plans, or the lack thereof, can hinder the transition to a new generation — and affect how loved ones fund their later years.
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The Fed Has Targeted 2% Inflation. Should It Aim Higher?
The New York Times – Business:After raising interest rates again, the Federal Reserve will soon have to consider how much pain it is willing to inflict in its fight against inflation, our columnist says.
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What Fed Rate Moves Mean for Mortgages, Credit Cards and More
The New York Times – Business:Savers will benefit and borrowers can expect to pay more on credit cards, student loans and other forms of debt.
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What to Do With Your Money During a Banking Crisis
The New York Times – Business:Watching the banking industry descend into turmoil is unnerving. But unless your financial goals have changed, embrace inaction.
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Set It and Actually Forget It
The New York Times – Business:Millions of workers open retirement accounts, then ignore or forget about them, leaving thousands of dollars unattended. Are you one of them?
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French Protesters Rally in Last Angry Push Before Pension Bill Vote
The New York Times – Business:Many believe the legislation to raise the retirement age to 64 from 62 will pass Parliament, and they are looking beyond the vote to fight on.
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Britain Wants Its Early Retirees Back, but Their Days Are ‘Never Boring’
The New York Times – Business:The country’s work force is smaller than it was before the pandemic, sapping economic potential. The government is going to try luring more people off the sidelines.
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Is My Money Safe After the SVB Collapse? How Banks Protect Your Money.
The New York Times – Business:The F.D.I.C. and other entities will protect most people’s bank and brokerage balances. But it’s as good a time as any for consumers to create other backstops.