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Can Money Buy Happiness? New Research Settles Age-Old Debate
Does more money mean a happier life? Leading Princeton and UPenn researchers revisited the eternal question and reached a surprising conclusion.
By Ben Demers • Published
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EV Tax Credit 2023: What's Changed and What’s Ahead
Tax Breaks Rules for the new federal EV tax credit continue to change for 2023, which is causing confusion for buyers and manufacturers, over which electric vehicles qualify for the up to $7,500 tax break.
By Kelley R. Taylor • Last updated
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Raising Your Credit Score Could Lower Your Mortgage Rate
Did you know that raising your credit score could get save you money on your mortgage? Our guide to how it works.
By Erin Bendig • Published
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Kiplinger’s Interest Rates Outlook: Rates Likely to Rise Again After Banking Crisis is Over
Economic Forecasts Kiplinger’s Interest Rates Outlook: Rates Likely to Rise Again After Banking Crisis is Over
By David Payne • Last updated
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Kiplinger's Retail Outlook: Consumers Are Still Resilient
Economic Forecasts Kiplinger's Retail Outlook: Sales this year are likely to be mostly stable, even as the economy slows.
By David Payne • Last updated
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Etsy, eBay, PayPal Want IRS 1099-K Relief for Online Sellers
Companies like ebay, Etsy, and PayPal want Congress to raise the new $600 reporting threshold for IRS Form1099-K to give relief to millions of sellers who use their sites.
By Kelley R. Taylor • Published
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Four Steps to Prepare Your Finances for Divorce
Divorce is rarely easy, but getting financial paperwork in order, working with professionals and making tough decisions now can take some of the stress out of it.
By Marcy Keckler, CFP, CRPC • Published
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Tax Scam: IRS Warns Taxpayers Against Filing False W-2 Info
Scams A new tax scam on social media advises lying on your W-2 to falsely claim credits and bigger refunds.
By Ben Demers • Published
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1-Year CD Rates March 2023
Savings Many 1-year CD accounts are already offering rates of 5% or more. We look at the options on the market.
By Erin Bendig • Published