Finance
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If you’re thinking about selling your stocks, you might want to think twice
Mar 07, 2025 12:54 pm - Sharp moves for the U.S. stock market, like its recent 6% drop in just a couple of weeks, happen regularly. Stomaching them is the price investors have to pay for the bigger returns that stocks can offer over other investments in the long term.
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DOGE targets child support database full of income data
Mar 07, 2025 12:36 pm - Representatives of the U.S. DOGE Service have sought access to a powerful database of nearly all U.S. workers’ earnings kept by the health department’s child support office, setting off another disagreement with career staff over demands for legally protected records, according to four people familiar with the matter.
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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
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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
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What does having the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on hold mean for consumers?
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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.