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Making Friends After Retirement, According To Dr. Ruth

After retirement, people have self-reported that they miss the people more than the position or money. Not only are they more limited in social interaction,

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This week’s student loan loan interest rates fall for 10-year loans

Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as "Credible" below, is to give you the

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3 simple rules for collecting baseball cards, from one of the nicest guys The Hobby has ever known

In times of mourning, Ben Aguirre turned to baseball cards. “Collecting has been huge part of my journey — it’s

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OIG’s Surprise Visit Uncovers Problems At Women’s Federal Prison

It is no surprise that prisons are difficult environments in which to live. Crowding, noise, contagion of disease and illnesses

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Kraken To Release Account Data For Certain Crypto Clients To IRS

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has notified clients that the company will turn over user information to the IRS. The announcement follows

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The Supreme Court’s affirmative action decision won’t impact most college students this year

It’s college application season, which means that some headlines and kitchen table conversations will be dominated by the odds of

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These Are The Cars With The Best Resale Values For 2023, According To Analysis

Now that the automotive business is finally settling back down to its pre-pandemic behavior after an extended period of slim

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Help! Dad, 85, Fell For Online Romance Scams

Ray is 85, widowed, and lonely. He lives alone and has two homes in different states. He goes back and

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IRS Announces New 2024 401(k) Contribution Limits

While inflation may be stressing workers' budgets, it also brings some good news for those looking to maximize their contributions

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Today’s mortgage rates remain unchanged for 15- and 30-year terms

Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as "Credible" below, is to give you the

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‘I cook and clean’: I live with my boyfriend. We’re both 51. I pay for all utilities and groceries. Now he wants me to pay half his mortgage.

Dear Quentin, I have been in a relationship with this man for five years. I moved into his home a

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Limited Partner Exception To SECA Taxes: Long Road To Current Battles

Introduction Most compensation earned by taxpayers is subject to employment taxes. When it comes to sole proprietors, independent contractors, and

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The 2024 Toyota GR Supra review: An enthusiast’s machine with plenty of muscle, speed and agility

The 2024 Toyota GR Supra coupe is made for the joy of driving, with great engines and a superb chassis.

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8 Hardships Could Qualify For New Biden Student Loan Forgiveness Plan

At President Joe Biden’s direction, a new student loan forgiveness plan is currently under development. And financial hardships could ultimately

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5% yields on savings accounts and CDs are great — until tax time. Here’s how to prep.

From titans of finance to mom-and-pop investors, it’s easy to see why more people have been drawn to cash as

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3 Side Hustle Secrets To Help You Scale To 6 Figures

The hard part of a side hustle is exactly in the name. It’s a hustle and can take a long

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Goldman moves to unload GM credit card

Goldman Sachs plans to begin a process to unload its credit-card program in another step away from its failed foray

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Half of Americans say their finances have worsened since the 2020 election. Some blame President Biden.

Americans are paying close attention to the economy headed into next year’s presidential election — and a chunk of them

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Retirement crisis: Great Recession takes its toll on younger Boomers

Although the Great Recession impacted the savings of American workers across generations, it delivered a major hit to the retirement

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