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Education Department to begin beta testing for student loan forgiveness application, report says

Education Department to begin beta testing for student loan forgiveness application, report says

The Education Department could begin beta testing the student debt forgiveness application as soon as Friday night, The Washington Post reported.

3 years ago
9 Consumer Trends Currently Impacting the Gaming Industry

9 Consumer Trends Currently Impacting the Gaming Industry

Oct 14, 2022 The gaming industry sets the pace for many industries that are related to it. As far as size and influence go, it is a behemoth in the larger context of world industries. A fanbase or following of 3.24 billion people across the world makes you safe daily from many of the ups


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3 years ago
Social Security record 8.7% cost-of-living adjustment for 2023 could pressure the program's funds, some experts say

Social Security record 8.7% cost-of-living adjustment for 2023 could pressure the program's funds, some experts say

Social Security beneficiaries are poised to see bigger checks. But it remains to be seen how that will affect the program's long-term funding projections.

3 years ago
Series I bond interest expected to fall to roughly 6.48% in November. But that's still a 'really good rate,' experts say

Series I bond interest expected to fall to roughly 6.48% in November. But that's still a 'really good rate,' experts say

Series I bonds, an inflation-protected and nearly risk-free investment, may reduce annual rates to roughly 6.48% in November, experts say.

3 years ago
BoC:  Bitcoin Ownership in Canada Jumped to 13% in 2021

BoC: Bitcoin Ownership in Canada Jumped to 13% in 2021

Bank of Canada | Daniela Balutel, Walter Engert, Christopher Henry, Kim Huynh, Marcel Voia | Oct 12, 2022 As mentioned in the Bank of Canada’s Financial System Review, cryptoasset markets have been growing rapidly in recent years and have become somewhat more integrated into the traditional financial system. The results of the 2021 Bitcoin Omnibus


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3 years ago
Valuations Explained

Valuations Explained

Valuations refer to the process of calculating the financial market value of a company and are typically calculated when a company chooses to raise a round of private equity funding. For public companies, the process is streamlined – multiplying the … Continue reading

3 years ago
You may have ‘more money than ever’ left in a health FSA this year. What you need to know before pandemic relief expires

You may have ‘more money than ever’ left in a health FSA this year. What you need to know before pandemic relief expires

Depending on the specifics of your health-care FSA, you may need to spend what's in your account by Dec. 31 or else forfeit the money.

3 years ago
Even amid inflation and recession worries, there are opportunities to build wealth, top-ranked advisors say

Even amid inflation and recession worries, there are opportunities to build wealth, top-ranked advisors say

CNBC FA 100 ranked advisors say they don't know exactly how today's uncertainties will shake out. But there are definite reasons for optimism and opportunities.

3 years ago
What we know so far about the student loan forgiveness application coming soon from the Education Department

What we know so far about the student loan forgiveness application coming soon from the Education Department

The student loan forgiveness application shouldn't require borrowers to attach any documentation, but they will need to provide their Social Security number.

3 years ago
How AI in Agriculture is Revolutionizing The Livestock World

How AI in Agriculture is Revolutionizing The Livestock World

Guest Post | Oct 13, 2022 Artificial intelligence has been revolutionizing the livestock world. The advancements in AI have led to the development of automated systems and robots that can help farmers grow their business. With the use of artificial intelligence, farmers are able to focus on their core strengths - creating a better product


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3 years ago
Public Inquiry Week is Finally Here | NCFAs Opening Statement

Public Inquiry Week is Finally Here | NCFAs Opening Statement

Politico | Nick Taylor-Vaisey | Oct 11, 2022 Today, the first hearings of the public inquiry investigating the use of the Emergencies Act PUBLIC INQUIRY WEEK — That's not how the Prime Minister's office wants to frame the first constituency week of the fall, but the highly anticipated and briefly delayed Public Order Emergency Commission


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3 years ago
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment will be 8.7% in 2023, highest increase in 40 years

Social Security cost-of-living adjustment will be 8.7% in 2023, highest increase in 40 years

High inflation will prompt a record Social Security cost-of-living increase in 2023. Here's what that means for benefits.

3 years ago
Delaying big purchases, reducing debt: 76% of adults are making lifestyle changes to prepare for a potential recession

Delaying big purchases, reducing debt: 76% of adults are making lifestyle changes to prepare for a potential recession

Amid persisting high inflation and fears of a recession, most adults are adjusting their financial decisions, new research shows.

3 years ago
Was Satoshi right?

Was Satoshi right?

Tristram Waye for Bitvo | Oct 13, 2022 Going back to the source is an important exercise The value of revisiting source documents is underrated. One of the challenges of the modern world is also one of its essential services, curation. Over time a source document becomes overshadowed by narratives and interpretation. The narratives are


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3 years ago
'Black Friday is here': Holiday sales are already on, with record-breaking deals

'Black Friday is here': Holiday sales are already on, with record-breaking deals

Holiday sales are starting earlier this year as retailers try to unload excess inventory and entice shoppers worried about inflation.

3 years ago