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People living with either physical or intellectual disabilities often face financial hardships. Good paying jobs can be out of reach, while the costs for…
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Economist and Harvard professor Mihir Desai uses philosophy, film, literature, and history to analyze finance as an institution built on morality and…
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The federal insurance program for the retired and disabled has been a hot political topic in the past. This election season, though, candidates have…
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Many Americans in the new year are resolving to become better budgeters, to spend less, and to pay down their debt. But while a consumer-driven culture…
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The English language is awash in portmanteaus, words or sounds that merge together to create something new. Spoon and fork combine to make spork,…
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For years Americans have been warned that longer life spans, increasing healthcare costs, and decreasing support from employer pensions will have serious…
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Of all the difficult conversations between parents and children, talking about money may be the one parents are the least prepared for. This, despite the…
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In a new book called “Saved”, author Ben Hewitt explores a different way of looking at wealth. Rather than dwelling on monetary standards and what can be…
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How much tip do you typically leave for your server when you dine out? Maybe 20% if the service is good? 18% if you can do the math? The New York Post…
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Taxes And Your Credit ScoreSince its introduction in 1861, “Tax Day” has loomed as a day of inevitable fiscal obligation. As the 15th of April approaches, stresses related to tax…