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IRS layoffs could hurt revenue collection and foil efforts to go after rich tax dodgers, experts say

By Fatima Hussein
Feb 21, 2025 10:54 am - WASHINGTON — The layoffs of roughly 7,000 IRS probationary workers beginning this week likely will mean the end of the agency's plan to go after high-wealth tax dodgers a...
What does having the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on hold mean for consumers?

By CORA LEWIS
Feb 15, 2025 1:54 pm - The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which Congress established to monitor credit card companies, mortgage providers, debt collectors and other segments of the consumer finance industry, recently had its work halted by the Trump administration. Here's some background on the scope of the CFPB's activities.
7 mistakes that can derail your retirement

By Jim Platania Sr.
Feb 08, 2025 1:50 pm - I have spent many years helping clients plan for their retirement. Unfortunately, I have also seen many mistakes that retirees have made along the way. Here are a few that you should avoid.
Estate planning 101: How to get started

By Katlyn Smith
Feb 08, 2025 1:50 pm - When you start estate planning, create an inventory of all your assets. Make a list of who you want to receive those assets — and how, experts advise.
Five money moves to help secure your future

By Ritu Jain
Feb 08, 2025 1:40 pm - Building long-term financial security requires more than saving money; it demands strategic planning, continuous learning, and adaptability.
BBB: Beware of scam calls from a loan processing company

Submitted by Better Business Bureau
Feb 06, 2025 2:26 pm - The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning consumers about an alarming increase in harassing phone calls and voicemails from scammers posing as loan processing company representatives.
These little-known bank accounts allow Americans with disabilities to save and invest

By CORA LEWIS
Feb 01, 2025 1:57 pm - A little-known savings account called an ABLE account lets people with disabilities save money beyond the $2,000 asset limit that's linked to benefits like Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid.
Tax season has begun. Here’s when you'll get your refund

By CORA LEWIS
Feb 01, 2025 1:49 pm - If you file your tax return electronically, the IRS says it should take 21 days or less to receive your refund. If you choose to receive your refund with direct deposit, it should take even less time.
Want to buy a short-term rental? Peoria, Rockford on list of best investments

By Ed Stapley
Feb 01, 2025 1:04 pm - Data and analytics company AirDNA LLC tracks the performance of 10 million Airbnb and Vrbo vacation rentals, and this week it released its 10th annual list of the best places to invest in short-term rentals in the U.S. This year’s top 10 may surprise you — they’re mostly small to midsize cities across a mixture of states.
Consumers Credit Union to open new branch in Lake in the Hills

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Jan 30, 2025 12:51 pm - Consumers Credit Union is opening a new branch in Lake in the Hills, scheduled to open in fall 2025. The branch will provide more convenient access for existing members and introduce new customers to their products.

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