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5 Ways To Become Rich on an Average Salary

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Will the US Tariffs Cause a Global Recession?

In April, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) lowered its global economic growth forecast from 3.3% to 2.8% for 2025. It also lowered its growth forecast for 2026 from 3.3% to 3%.  The global…

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US Senator Warns of ‘Backdoor’ Way Trump and Musk Could Destroy Social Security — Is She Right?

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Elon Musk Is Taking on Social Security: 4 Other Ways He Could Impact Your Wallet

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Is Social Security Headed for a ‘Death Spiral’? Experts Weigh In

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Trump’s ‘Baby Bonus’: How New Mothers Could Soon Get $5K

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Income taxes may seem like one of those unchangeable facts of life that you just have to deal with as long as you work. However, one of President Donald Trump’s tax reform proposals is to consider…

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What Trump’s Crypto Strategic Reserve Could Mean for Your Investments

President Donald Trump’s recent executive order establishing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and Digital Asset Stockpile has sparked significant interest and debate. This initiative aims to position the…

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Millions of Americans depend on Social Security for monthly income, and some may receive a pleasant surprise in their April checks. Thanks to the Social Security Fairness Act, which was passed on Jan….

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3 ‘Horrible’ Pieces of Tax Advice, According to The Money Guy Show

The financial advisors behind the podcast ‘The Money Guy Show’ recently reviewed popular TikTok tax hacks that are actually terrible money advice. In addition to being financial advisors, hosts Brian…

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Starting on his first day back in The White House, President Donald Trump has issued a flurry of executive orders that could significantly impact retirees’ finances. From investment policy changes to…

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In the last few years, JD Vance has gone from being an American author, political commentator, venture capitalist and holding an Ohio Senate seat to being the Vice President of the United States….

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Ex-Social Security Commissioner Says System Could Fail — 2 Reasons He’s Wrong (and 3 He’s Right)

Former Social Security Commissioner Martin O’Malley recently made alarming claims about the program. He stated that the Social Security system could “collapse” within “30 to 90 days” due to workforce…

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Could Elon Musk Trigger Changes To Medicare? Experts Weigh In

Elon Musk, head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), aims to save money for the government by investigating Medicare to expose fraud and reduce waste, Newsweek reported. GOBankingRates…

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What Are Equities? Definition, Types, and How They Work

Equity investing might sound like a complex strategy experienced financial pros, but it’s actually one of the easiest ways to put your money to work.

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Trump Wants the US To Stop Minting Pennies — Here’s What That Could Mean for Your Wallet

In a Feb. 9 post on Truth Social, President Donald Trump announced that he had instructed the secretary of the U.S. Treasury to stop minting new pennies to eliminate waste — producing one penny costs…

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President Donald Trump’s long-promised tariffs, after weeks of delays, have finally been implemented. For example, there are currently 25% tariffs on our trade (and continental) parters Canda and Mexico, a blanket tariff of 20% on China and an additional 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports from all countries, per Yahoo Finance. Many — economists, Democrats, other governments — have expressed deep concerns that tariffs will alienate America’s trade partners as well as increase prices on countless goods. President Trump, meanwhile, has asserted that tariffs will actually grow the U.S. economy and stimulate sales for American companies.

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Over Half of Americans Would Pay More in Taxes To Sustain Social Security as Musk Considers Massive Cuts

Americans worried about the future of Social Security under the stewardship of Elon Musk haven’t seen those worries ease much lately. The billionaire Tesla CEO recently referred to Social Security as…

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Of all the common goals people set for themselves, making more money tends to be near the top of the list. In 2025’s potentially dynamic economy, side hustling isn’t just a way to earn extra cash –…

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President Donald Trump and Jeff Bezos have had a long history of being at odds. The two have swapped plenty of jabs at each other, but things are much different now. After Trump was reelected, Bezos…

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Investors experiencing a bear market face a choice with their investments: holding, selling or “buying the dip.” Here are tips to help you buy the dip successfully.

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Homeowners: Is a Standardized or Itemized Deduction Better To Maximize Savings?

Homeowners have two choices when claiming deductions to reduce their taxable income: the standard or itemized deduction. But which one is better to maximize savings? Learn More: Can You Write Off Your…

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United States President Donald J. Trump Signs Executive Orders In The Oval Office Of The White House In Washington, DC - 23 Jan 2025

What It Means for the Economy — and Your Wallet — If Trump Eliminates Income Taxes

When President Trump suggested that he was considering instituting a policy of tariffs that would lead to the elimination of the federal income tax during his 2024 presidential campaign, it may have…

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4 Ways Trump Could Handle Student Loans in the Next 4 Years — Experts Weigh In

Student loan borrowers are bracing for potential shifts in repayment plans, forgiveness programs and interest rates during President Donald Trump’s second term. According to a recent Debt.com survey,…

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United States President Donald J. Trump Signs Executive Orders In The Oval Office Of The White House In Washington, DC - 23 Jan 2025

3 Ways Trump’s Presidency Could Affect How Gen X Plans for Retirement

With the oldest Gen Xers turning 60 this year, they no longer have the luxury of viewing retirement as something in the distant future. Many will qualify for Social Security retirement benefits during…

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How Grocery Costs in 2025 Compare to 2024 So Far, According to Retirees

Americans have been tightening their budgets thanks to the high cost of living, especially when it comes to groceries. The big question consumers want to know is if (and when) we’ll get relief at the…

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JP Morgan: 5 Ways To Ready Your Finances Now in Case of a Trump-Era Recession

A recession isn’t something many consumers welcome. These economic pullbacks can impact many, from job losses to stricter lending practices. Bruce Kasman, the chief economist at J.P. Morgan, stoked…

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United States President Donald J Trump speaks at the National Prayer Breakfast in Statuary Hall in the US Capitol on Thursday, February 6, 2025.

All the Promises President Trump Has Made About Social Security — Is He Keeping Them?

Donald Trump, former and now the current President of the United States, has been inconsistent with his messaging around Social Security and his ideas for the plan’s future. In the past, Trump said…

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6 Things That Worry Retired Boomers Most About the 2025 Social Security COLA

Are you a retiree who would also be considered part of the baby boomer generation? If so, you might be concerned about the 2025 Social Security change to the cost of living adjustment — or COLA, as…

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Trump’s Auto Tariff Plan: 4 Ways To Save on Car Purchases Now If It Becomes a Reality

Quickly after re-taking office, President Donald Trump introduced new tariffs that have the potential to impact the budgets of many Americans. A new proposed tariff on foreign cars is anticipated to…

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Social Security 2026: Early COLA Predictions Could Be Bad News for Retirees

Millions of retirees face growing financial uncertainty as early projections suggest Social Security’s 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) could drop to 2.1%. This is the lowest increase since the…

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Could Elon Musk Trigger Changes to Social Security? Experts Weigh In

The disruptive techniques that have made Elon Musk such a big name in industries like electric vehicles and space may now be coming to the Social Security Administration of the U.S. government through…

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5 Reasons Retirees Shouldn’t Worry About DOGE Looking Into the Social Security Administration

The Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) involvement in the Social Security Administration (SSA) has sparked concerns among retirees about benefit stability, data privacy and service quality….

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What Is a Vantage Score? FICO vs. Vantage Explained for 2025

VantageScore is one of the most common models for laying out your credit score. But exactly what is a VantageScore and how does it work? Read on for more info:

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United States President Joe Biden delivers remarks after former US President Donald Trump was injured following a shooting at a July 13 election rally in Pennsylvania in the Roosevelt Room of the White House in Washington, DC.

6 Things the Middle Class Couldn’t Afford During Joe Biden’s Presidency

Life has certainly grown more expensive in the U.S. over the last few years. A TruStage survey among middle-class Americans found that 61% felt the economy was on the wrong track toward the end of…

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Could You Be Getting a $5K DOGE Dividend Payment From Elon Musk?

During the pandemic era, stimulus checks were a lifeline for many Americans. Now, if Elon Musk and President Donald Trump make some moves, Americans could be getting another round of payments in the…

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5 Auto Stocks That Could Benefit If Trump Ends the EV Tax Credit

President Donald Trump has thrown the auto industry into uncertainty over the end potential of the $7,500 federal electric vehicle (EV) tax credit. However, the possibility also offers fresh…

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