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Investors are putting more into their 401(k)s — here's the average savings rate

Investors are putting more into their 401(k)s — here's the average savings rate

The average 401(k) savings rate is trending higher, according to a new survey from Plan Sponsor Council of America. Here's how it compares to target benchmarks.

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Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway scoops up Occidental and other stocks during sell-off

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway scoops up Occidental and other stocks during sell-off

Berkshire Hathaway bought over $560 million worth of stocks over the last three sessions.

1 year ago
Biden forgives $4.28 billion in student debt for 54,900 borrowers

Biden forgives $4.28 billion in student debt for 54,900 borrowers

The Biden administration announced on Friday that it would forgive another $4.28 billion in student loan debt for 54,900 borrowers who work in public service.

1 year ago
Senate expected to hold final vote on bill to change Social Security rules. Here's what leaders have said

Senate expected to hold final vote on bill to change Social Security rules. Here's what leaders have said

As the Senate wraps up its final legislative days for the year, it is expected to vote on a bill affecting Social Security benefits for about 3 million people.

1 year ago
OpenAI’s Latest Updates Stock Sale, Lawsuit & Innovations

OpenAI’s Latest Updates Stock Sale, Lawsuit & Innovations

OpenAI | Dec 19, 2024 OpenAI Makes Headlines with Employee Stock Sales, AI Updates, and Musk Lawsuit It's been a whirlwind for OpenAI, capturing the tech world's attention with all kinds of developments from a private stock sale that will turn hundreds of employees into millionaires to a high profile lawsuit and exciting product launches. 


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1 year ago
Student loan servicer transfer led to 'millions of consumer credit reporting errors': Lawmakers

Student loan servicer transfer led to 'millions of consumer credit reporting errors': Lawmakers

A "faulty" transfer of student loan accounts from NelNet to Mohela led to "millions of consumer credit reporting errors," lawmakers say in a new letter.

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CFPB takes aim at ‘bait-and-switch’ credit card rewards — consumers forfeit about $500 million worth each year

CFPB takes aim at ‘bait-and-switch’ credit card rewards — consumers forfeit about $500 million worth each year

When it comes to credit card rewards, cardholders often leave money on the table. Now the CFPB is taking a closer look at these programs.

1 year ago
Open Banking Delayed to 2026, Favours Banks Over Innovation

Open Banking Delayed to 2026, Favours Banks Over Innovation

Consumer-Driven Finance | Dec 18, 2024 Open Banking Delayed to 2026, Leaving Canada Behind While Favouring Banks If you haven't realized it, Canada likes to delay the rollout of national projects (i.e, Trans mountain pipeline, national housing strategy, Phoenix pay system, high speed rail projects etc), and while it was painfully anticipated, the Canadian government


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1 year ago
Despite APRs that can top 30%, some shoppers still like retail credit cards over buy now, pay later plans

Despite APRs that can top 30%, some shoppers still like retail credit cards over buy now, pay later plans

Some shoppers prefer retail store credit cards over buy now, pay later loans. Either way, here's what you need to consider.

1 year ago
These are the top 10 'housing hot spots' for 2025 — none are in Florida

These are the top 10 'housing hot spots' for 2025 — none are in Florida

It's too soon to tell if 2025 will be a housing market favoring buyers or sellers. But some areas could offer affordable conditions, according to experts.

1 year ago
Senate may soon vote on a bill to change certain Social Security rules. Here's what to know

Senate may soon vote on a bill to change certain Social Security rules. Here's what to know

In the final days of this Congressional session, the Senate could vote to nix rules affecting certain pensioners that have been in place for decades.

1 year ago
Here's what to know before 'taking some risk off the table' with bitcoin profits, advisor says

Here's what to know before 'taking some risk off the table' with bitcoin profits, advisor says

The price of bitcoin sailed past $100,000 in early December and is up more than 130% year to date. Here's how to decide whether to rebalance.

1 year ago
Paying down debt is Americans' top financial goal for 2025. Here are some tips that can help

Paying down debt is Americans' top financial goal for 2025. Here are some tips that can help

More Americans expect their finances will improve in the New Year, a new Bankrate survey finds. A popular financial goal in 2025 is to pay down debts.

1 year ago
The Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by another quarter point. Here's what that means for you

The Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by another quarter point. Here's what that means for you

The central bank has now shaved a full percentage off its benchmark rate since September. Here's what it means for your borrowing costs.

1 year ago
TD Bank Scandal Update: $3B Fine, Arrests, and Scrutiny

TD Bank Scandal Update: $3B Fine, Arrests, and Scrutiny

AML | Dec 18, 2024 TD Bank Under Pressure as ex-Employee Arrested and U.S. Senators Demanding Answers Back in May 2024, the TD Bank money-laundering scandal hit wires with the CEO Bharat Masrani departing amid a monstrous $3B fine.  Yes, that's the same TD Bank Chief that was seeking a level playing field with startup


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