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The government just gave a raise to a lot of Americans who really need one. Now they just have to make sure Uncle Sam keeps his hands off the money.…
After a year of political upheaval and economic uncertainty, it might come as a relief that 2017 holds few surprises for retirement savings. For the fourth year in a row,…
Eddie Hall wanted to become an actor. So where did he go? Where else? After high school, he left his comfortable suburban Florida community and headed to New York City.…
Saving for medical bills isn’t nearly as fun as putting money aside for a trip to Disney World or a new car, but having a nest egg ready for an…
More than one-third of college students say managing a bank account is a major cause of stress. Also, 12% say they never check their bank account balance because it makes…
Sara Greenwood works at a bank. Her husband travels frequently for his job. Their parents live in different states. The couple has two boys, ages 2 and 4. So how…
Gen Xers, the most neglected generational group in America, lugs around the most credit card debt. If you’re involved in the struggle, here’s a quick list of excuses: It’s Richard…
Paying off a home is a large part of the American dream — if any of us ever actually get there — so let’s imagine the scene. The last payment…
As companies approach the “open enrollment” period for employees choosing health insurance, it pays to research benefit options and read the fine print. Logically, that makes sense. Practically? That’s another…
Central air conditioners always die when you need them most. Rebecca discovered that on 100-degree afternoon last July. Without warning, her 20-year-old AC system died. Three hours later, a repairman…
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- (Cornfield, J.)(ND). Bankrate Survey: 70% will work as long as they can. Retrieved from http://www.bankrate.com/finance/consumer-index/money-pulse-0916.aspx