

Ann Carrns
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A Guide to Signing Up for Health Coverage
With the deadline near for marketplace medical insurance, a video offers some down-to-earth advice for navigating numerous options and obscure terms.

Why Christmas Trees Could Cost More This Year
Inflation and tight supplies are the big reasons. Still, there are some things you can do to keep the price down and still have a...

How to Manage Credit Card Debt When Holiday Shopping
Card balances have been rising rapidly. But there are ways to navigate the gift-giving season without taking on a lot of new debt.

Many States Are Sending Checks to Help Residents With Inflation
Up to 20 are using some of their budget surpluses to help taxpayers deal with high inflation. But some economists worry that the payments could...

How to Save on High Heating Bills This Winter
As a start, you can turn down the thermostat and insulate doors and windows. Plus, financial help is available to pay bills and to update...

Expect Higher Health Insurance Premiums, but Not a Lot Higher
Benefit costs may go up as much as 6 percent. Wary of driving workers away, many employers may not pass on the full increases, analysts...

Your Paycheck Next Year Will Be Affected by Inflation. Here’s How.
If you get a raise, you may not end up in a higher tax bracket. But more of your income may be subject to Social...

More States Require High School Seniors to Fill Out Financial Aid Form
Evidence suggests that students who file the federal form are more likely to attend college.