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The Federal Reserve may pause its interest rate hiking campaign this week. What that means for you

The Federal Reserve may pause its interest rate hiking campaign this week. What that means for you

After raising interest rates 11 times since March 2022, the Fed is poised for another pause. Here's what that means for your wallet.

2 years ago
The wage gap costs women $1.6 trillion a year, new report finds. Here's how to get the pay you deserve

The wage gap costs women $1.6 trillion a year, new report finds. Here's how to get the pay you deserve

Women earned 78 cents for every dollar a white, non-Hispanic man made in 2022, researchers found. Experts urge women to use the data as fuel for fair pay.

2 years ago
Why health insurance is poised to make inflation jump

Why health insurance is poised to make inflation jump

The health insurance inflation index has fallen each month since October. That trend is set to reverse, economists said.

2 years ago
Ray Dalio warns of 'great disruptions,' shares top tips for new investors

Ray Dalio warns of 'great disruptions,' shares top tips for new investors

Bridgewater's Ray Dalio said it is important for new investors to have a diversified portfolio as economic and geopolitical headwinds continue to rage on. 

2 years ago
Top Wall Street analysts say these stocks have the best growth prospects

Top Wall Street analysts say these stocks have the best growth prospects

TipRanks' analyst ranking service pinpoints Wall Street's best-performing stocks, including Lululemon and Chipotle.

2 years ago
3 financial tips for couples moving in together for the first time

3 financial tips for couples moving in together for the first time

When couples move in together for the first time, many financial questions and tasks arise, leaving room for disagreement and awkwardness.

2 years ago
Activist Elliott makes inroads at Catalent to build value. Here’s what could happen next

Activist Elliott makes inroads at Catalent to build value. Here’s what could happen next

Elliott recently entered a cooperation agreement with Catalent. This could pave the way for some major changes at the pharmaceutical company.

2 years ago
Recession vs soft landing is a 'million-dollar question,' expert says. Where top financial advisors say to invest now

Recession vs soft landing is a 'million-dollar question,' expert says. Where top financial advisors say to invest now

Though a downturn may still be on the horizon, top financial advisors see opportunities in equities, fixed income and cash now.

2 years ago
Withheld transcripts, kicked off campus: College payment plans pose risks, consumer watchdog warns

Withheld transcripts, kicked off campus: College payment plans pose risks, consumer watchdog warns

Unable to come up with the cash for steep college tuition bills all at once, many families decide to pay the tab over time. That option comes with risks.

2 years ago
SEC Charges ‘Stoner Cats’ For Selling $8M of Unregistered Crypto Securities

SEC Charges ‘Stoner Cats’ For Selling $8M of Unregistered Crypto Securities

Enforcement | Sep 15, 2023 The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken action against the creators of the popular animated web series, Stoner Cats. What Are Stoner Cats? Stoner Cats is a popular adult animated web series that has garnered significant attention in both the entertainment and crypto worlds. The concept of "Stoner


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2 years ago
Here are 3 things to consider before making a Roth conversion to save on future taxes

Here are 3 things to consider before making a Roth conversion to save on future taxes

If you're weighing a Roth individual retirement account conversion to save on future taxes, here are three things to consider first, financial advisors say.

2 years ago
Student loan borrowers at risk of scams as payments restart, says FTC

Student loan borrowers at risk of scams as payments restart, says FTC

The Federal Trade Commission warned that scammers may call and text federal student loan borrowers with offers to "help" as payments restart in October.

2 years ago
Op-ed: Women, let's talk about money

Op-ed: Women, let's talk about money

When we create spaces for women to talk about money, understand our "money roots" and our inherited money stories, it facilitates financial breakthroughs.

2 years ago
The biggest downside to 529 plans is about to go away. Now they’re a ‘no-brainer,’ expert says

The biggest downside to 529 plans is about to go away. Now they’re a ‘no-brainer,’ expert says

Starting in 2024, savers can roll unused money from a 529 plan over to Roth individual retirement account free of income tax or tax penalties.

2 years ago
Women are likely to face financial curveballs in retirement — including one potentially life-destroying event

Women are likely to face financial curveballs in retirement — including one potentially life-destroying event

Certain financial shocks may hurt women's financial preparedness before and during retirement. Experts say those risks can be mitigated with proper planning.

2 years ago