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As more Americans reach 65 than ever, here's what to know about your Social Security retirement age

As more Americans reach 65 than ever, here's what to know about your Social Security retirement age

To get the biggest Social Security retirement benefit checks, it pays to wait.

2 years ago
Black Americans still face 'disproportionately steep hurdles' to homeownership, expert says

Black Americans still face 'disproportionately steep hurdles' to homeownership, expert says

While homeownership remains out of reach for many Black people in the U.S., there are two things buyers should do to increase their chances.

2 years ago
From Backers to Buyers: Community Engagement in Crowdfunding

From Backers to Buyers: Community Engagement in Crowdfunding

Equity crowdfunding has emerged as a tool, not just for raising capital but for fostering a sense of community engagement that goes beyond the traditional investor-founder relationship. In this blog, we’ll delve into the role that community engagement can play … Continue reading

2 years ago
4 red flags for an IRS tax audit — and how to avoid the 'audit lottery,' according to tax pros

4 red flags for an IRS tax audit — and how to avoid the 'audit lottery,' according to tax pros

Some taxpayers worry about IRS audits as the agency ramps up service, technology and enforcement. Here are four red flags filers need to know.

2 years ago
CZs Sentencing Delayed to Late April, Fuelling Speculation

CZs Sentencing Delayed to Late April, Fuelling Speculation

News | Feb 13, 2024 Binance Founder, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), Sentencing has been Postponed to April 30, 2024 Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder of Binance, faces up to 18 months in prison over money laundering charges, according to a recent update. However, a filing by the prosecution indicated that he might face a harsher punishment


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2 years ago
Transferring from community college to a four-year school isn't often successful — it's 'terribly unfortunate,' expert says

Transferring from community college to a four-year school isn't often successful — it's 'terribly unfortunate,' expert says

Most students attending community colleges fail to eventually earn a bachelor’s degree, new reports show.

2 years ago
New student loan repayment plan could make it easier for borrowers to become homeowners

New student loan repayment plan could make it easier for borrowers to become homeowners

A new, more affordable repayment plan for federal student loan borrowers may come with another advantage: It could make it easier to become a homeowner.

2 years ago
Here's the inflation breakdown for January 2024 — in one chart

Here's the inflation breakdown for January 2024 — in one chart

The consumer price index rose by 3.1% in January 2024, a smaller annual increase than in December.

2 years ago
The Future of Fintech: Trends to Watch in Canada

The Future of Fintech: Trends to Watch in Canada

Feb 13, 2024 The financial technology (fintech) sector in Canada is evolving rapidly, bringing exciting changes to how we manage our finances, from tapping our phones to pay for a cup of coffee to deciding to play online baccarat with a live dealer from the comfort of our home. This digital revolution is not just


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2 years ago
Elevating Customer Satisfaction: Reaching New Heights

Elevating Customer Satisfaction: Reaching New Heights

Feb 13, 2024 Customer satisfaction is essential for any successful business. Happy customers not only come back for repeat purchases, they also provide free word-of-mouth marketing by recommending you to friends. Dissatisfied customers, on the other hand, can damage your brand reputation and bottom line. To take your customer satisfaction levels to new heights and


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2 years ago
Current State of Crowdfunding in Europe 2023 Market Report

Current State of Crowdfunding in Europe 2023 Market Report

European Crowdfunding | Feb 13, 2024 Insights from the 2023 European Crowdfunding Market Report LenderKit, CrowdSpace, and the UiA Crowdfunding Research Center collaborated on the development and publishing of the latest 2023 European Crowdfunding Market Report (an 132 page PDF endeavour) providing a comprehensive look at the inter-workings and latest developments of Crowdfunding markets in


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2 years ago
Biden calls on snack makers to stop 'shrinkflation' rip-offs. Here's how to spot downsized grocery store products

Biden calls on snack makers to stop 'shrinkflation' rip-offs. Here's how to spot downsized grocery store products

High inflation has prompted some food companies to shrink the size of their products. President Joe Biden is calling for them to put a stop to that practice.

2 years ago
The average tax refund is almost 29% lower this tax season, according to early IRS data

The average tax refund is almost 29% lower this tax season, according to early IRS data

The IRS on Friday released its first filing season statistics for 2024, including the average refund through Feb. 2. Here's what filers need to know.

2 years ago
Open Banking Regulation in the U.S. Strikes a Chord

Open Banking Regulation in the U.S. Strikes a Chord

Open Banking | Feb 12, 2024 Impending Open Banking Regulation Is Set to Transform Finance in the U.S. In a recent Forbes article, Alexandre Gonthier, CEO of Trustly, Inc., digs into the transformative potential of open banking regulation in the U.S.  This forthcoming regulation, championed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), aims to formalize


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2 years ago
Startup entrepreneurs — benefiting from diversity, equity and inclusion efforts — continue tackling challenges

Startup entrepreneurs — benefiting from diversity, equity and inclusion efforts — continue tackling challenges

Over the past year, startups seeking funding have faced significant headwinds. Still, some entrepreneurs are rising to the challenge.

2 years ago