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Are Amazon Prime Day deals worth it? 5 things to know

Amazon's annual sale will run Tuesday and Wednesday, boasting that the sales offered will be its lowest prices so far this year. Before you buy, read here.

2 years ago

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Courts & Law

BofA hit with $250 million in fines and customer refunds for ‘double-dipping’ fees, fake accounts

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency found that the bank’s double-dipping on fees was illegal.

2 years ago

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Money

As meat prices hover near record highs, here are 3 ways to save on your July 4 cookout

If you're planning to throw some meat on the grill this weekend, here are some ways to save money in the process.

2 years ago

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NPR
Courts & Law

‘There is no trust now’: Student loan borrowers respond to Supreme Court decision

In the wake of Friday's Supreme Court decision striking down Biden's relief plan, borrowers lament the path forward.

2 years ago

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Money

It’s almost time to resume student loan payments. Not doing so could cost you

More than 40 million Americans will have to start making federal student loan payments again at the end of the summer.

2 years ago

Student loan borrowers gather outside the Supreme Court building in February 2023. The court's ruling on President Biden's debt relief plan is expected in June or July.
NPR
Politics & Policy

Is the debt deal changing student loan repayment? Here’s what you need to know

The pause's end will affect some 43 million borrowers, but, in effect, it's not a big change.

2 years ago

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NPR
Money

3 ways to protect your money if the U.S. defaults on its debt

Personal finance experts say you should prepare for a possible debt default as you would a recession.

2 years ago

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Money

New push on U.S.-run free electronic tax-filing system for all

The IRS has been tasked with looking into how to create a government-operated electronic free-file tax return system. But that doesn’t sit well with tax-prep companies.

3 years ago

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Money

Haven’t filed taxes yet? Don’t panic. Here’s what to know

Experts recommend pulling together all of the documents you need and then giving yourself a chunk of time to sit down and get it done.

3 years ago

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Money

Your tax refund could be smaller than last year. Here’s why

The 90 million taxpayers who have filed as of March 31 got refunds that were an average of nearly 10% less than last year.

3 years ago

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen congratulates new IRS commissioner Danny Werfel after the swearing-in at the IRS headquarters in Washington
Politics & Policy

New IRS leader promises faster, easier tax filing process

“This is our moment in history to transform the IRS,” said Daniel Werfel, who was ceremoniously sworn into his new role at the IRS headquarters, Tuesday.

3 years ago

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Community

Move over, mid-life crisis: The quarter-life crisis has arrived

Researchers explain how to cope with competitive housing markets, high inflation, and overall stress.

3 years ago

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NPR
Community

Still trying to quit that gym membership? The FTC is proposing a rule that could help

The Federal Trade Commission gets thousands of complaints a year from customers trapped in memberships they don't want. Its "Click to Cancel" proposal aims to change that.

3 years ago

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NPR
Health

High inflation and housing costs force Americans to delay needed health care

Close to 40% of surveyed Americans, a record high, put off medical care last year because of finances.

3 years ago

File photo: This photo taken with a drone shows portions of a Norfolk Southern freight train that derailed Feb. 3, in East Palestine, Ohio, are still on fire on Feb. 4, 2023. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)
Politics & Policy

Norfolk Southern brings apology, aid to derailment hearing

In remarks prepared for Thursday's hearing, CEO Alan Shaw says he is “deeply sorry” for the impact of the derailment.

3 years ago

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