Finance
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Legislation aims to help first-time homebuyers
Mar 03, 2025 9:49 am - As the cost of housing continues to rise, Illinois real estate agents are pushing legislation to make it easier for first-time homebuyers to save for a down payment.
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CFPB drops its enforcement lawsuits against Capital One, Rocket Homes and more
Feb 27, 2025 4:28 pm - The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has dropped several enforcement actions against companies like Capital One and Rocket Homes, just weeks under new leadership and amid turmoil at the agency caused by orders from Trump administration.
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Families who have a mission for their moneyFeb 22, 2025 1:37 pm - Family offices are using impact investing strategies and venture philanthropy to make a lasting difference in the world.
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IRS layoffs could hurt revenue collection and foil efforts to go after rich tax dodgers, experts say
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...
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What does having the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on hold mean for consumers?
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.
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7 mistakes that can derail your retirementFeb 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.
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Estate planning 101: How to get startedFeb 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.
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Five money moves to help secure your futureFeb 08, 2025 1:40 pm - Building long-term financial security requires more than saving money; it demands strategic planning, continuous learning, and adaptability.
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BBB: Beware of scam calls from a loan processing companyFeb 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.
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These little-known bank accounts allow Americans with disabilities to save and invest
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.