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Protecting Social Security benefits from rising inflation is high on voters' wish lists, survey finds

Protecting Social Security benefits from rising inflation is high on voters' wish lists, survey finds

Social Security reform is one issue on Congress' to-do list. Voters want their benefits protected from inflation amid record high prices, a new survey finds.

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What to know if your employer changes 401(k) providers. 'Mistakes happen' in transfers, advisor warns

What to know if your employer changes 401(k) providers. 'Mistakes happen' in transfers, advisor warns

Companies change retirement plan administrators every once in a while. There are some simple steps workers should take to make sure the switch was smooth.

4 years ago
Do you have recession anxiety? Here are 5 ways to cope, according to a psychotherapist and a financial psychologist

Do you have recession anxiety? Here are 5 ways to cope, according to a psychotherapist and a financial psychologist

Even just the possibility of a recession is enough to fuel anxiety. Here are 5 expert recommendations for weathering the stress.

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Here's a tax-smart charitable giving strategy using money from your IRA

Here's a tax-smart charitable giving strategy using money from your IRA

There's no shortage of ways to give to charity. And certain retirees may get a special tax break by donating from their individual retirement account.

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Preparing For a Mortgage? These Tips Will Help You Get the Right Deal

Preparing For a Mortgage? These Tips Will Help You Get the Right Deal

Jul 7, 2022 When it comes to taking out a mortgage, preparation is key. By taking the time to understand the process and get your finances in order, you can ensure that you get the best possible deal on your mortgage. It's also important to shop around and compare rates from different lenders before making


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Report:  Targeted Update on Implementation of FATF’s Standards on Virtual Assets and VASPs

Report: Targeted Update on Implementation of FATF’s Standards on Virtual Assets and VASPs

FATF | Jun 30, 2022 Paris, 30 June 2022 – FATF has produced a targeted update on implementation of its Standards on virtual assets (VAs) and virtual asset service providers (VASPs), with a focus on FATF’s Travel Rule. This report comes three years after FATF extended its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) measures to VAs and


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4 years ago
Kraken Jun 2022 Report:  Uphill Battle

Kraken Jun 2022 Report: Uphill Battle

Kraken Blog | Jul 7, 2022 Crypto markets remained bearish in June after May’s broad market sell off. All crypto sectors reported negative returns month-over-month; even the best performers posted losses exceeding -18%. Meme and metaverse coins performed only slightly better than ETH (-47%), privacy coins (-43%) and BTC (-40%). Have the tides turned or


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4 years ago
Rising mortgage rates are hitting Americans' wallets. Here's how to adjust your housing budget

Rising mortgage rates are hitting Americans' wallets. Here's how to adjust your housing budget

Higher mortgage rates means a higher monthly bill for homebuyers.

4 years ago
Fake charities can be almost impossible to spot. Here's how to make sure your donations get to the right place

Fake charities can be almost impossible to spot. Here's how to make sure your donations get to the right place

In times of crisis, donations can go a long way to helping people in need. But scammers will try to capitalize on your compassion.

4 years ago
EV Developer, 7GEN, Closes $8M Series A to Help Fleet Operators Electrify

EV Developer, 7GEN, Closes $8M Series A to Help Fleet Operators Electrify

BC Business | Rushmila Rahman | Jul 6, 2022 Being responsible pays off in B.C. With rebates for your next vehicle being of the electric variety, it’s a good time for enterprises to plug in and put the pedal to the metal. To that end, commercial EV developer 7 Generation Capital just closed $8 million in


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4 years ago
How are rising costs impacting your household? Here's how to calculate your personal inflation rate

How are rising costs impacting your household? Here's how to calculate your personal inflation rate

Costs are rising across the U.S. economy. But how is inflation impacting your household? Here are a few calculations to find out.

4 years ago
As states and cities raise minimum wage rates, some experts say a higher federal rate is long overdue

As states and cities raise minimum wage rates, some experts say a higher federal rate is long overdue

The federal minimum wage has been $7.25 per hour since 2009. As some states and cities are moving toward higher rates, experts say national change is needed.

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Voyager Digital Faces Delisting from the TSX and Files For Bankruptcy

Voyager Digital Faces Delisting from the TSX and Files For Bankruptcy

IBD | Harrison Miller | Jul 6, 2022 Voyager Digital (VOYGVF) is the latest casualty from the Terra and LUNA cryptocurrency collapse. Voyager filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy late Tuesday. The crypto broker, which has been suffering from the default and liquidation of Three Arrows Capital, suspended all activity on its platform last week. The


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Understanding The New V2P and P2V Metaverse Commerce Models

Understanding The New V2P and P2V Metaverse Commerce Models

Forbes | Cathy Hackl | Jul 5, 2022 Physical and Virtual Look at any Target or Walmart store on a Saturday and watch as customers perfectly dominate the essence of physical-to-physical commerce. In fact, just the experience of being in a physical location leads most customers to make purchases far beyond their shopping lists. That’s


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4 years ago
How To Promote Good Relations Within Your Team At Work

How To Promote Good Relations Within Your Team At Work

Jul 6, 2022 It is important to promote good relations within your team at work in order to create a cohesive and productive environment. It's not always easy to get along with everyone, but there are some things you can do to encourage positive interactions. There are a few key things you can do to


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