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Extreme Weather and Your Home Insurance: How to Navigate the Financial Storm

With wildfires in Maui, Hurricane Idalia in Florida, and the heat wave that blanketed the South, Midwest, and Great Plains, 2023 was a record-setting year for extreme weather in the United States.

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Two Ways That Volatile Energy Costs Fuel Inflation

Energy prices can fluctuate dramatically based on changes in supply or demand. According to the Consumer Price Index (CPI)

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Saving Less? You’re Not Alone

The U.S. personal saving rate — the percentage of personal income that remains after taxes and spending — was 3.8% in October 2023.

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Financial Aid 101

Many parents pay for college with a combination of savings, current income, and financial aid. By learning the basics of financial aid, you’ll be able to understand how the aid process works and compare the aid awards your child receives.

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Key Retirement and Tax Numbers for 2024

Every year, the Internal Revenue Service announces cost-of-living adjustments that affect contribution limits for retirement plans and various tax

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