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Attention businesses and gig workers, this deadline for pandemic-era tax relief is coming fast
The clock is ticking on payroll taxes that some were allowed to skip during the early pandemic. Read More
You’re not alone, America. Mortgage rates have also surged in these countries.
Homeowners in some countries can be more exposed to higher rates because mortgages have shorter fixed-rate periods. Read More
Starbucks workers begin three-day strike as part of union effort
Starbucks and the union have begun contract talks at about 50 stores, but no agreements have been reached. Read More
Investors still expect the Fed to lower interest rates in 2023
Also, how to restart your career and financial life from a difficult position; year-end investing tips; and a holiday gift-giving guide. Read More
Five easy, but consequential, actions to take before the start of 2023 to boost your finances
A change in some IRS rules opens up opportunities. Read More
The Hanukkah dilemma: Jewish families debate which night is best for gift-giving
The eight-day holiday kicks off this year on Sunday evening — and there’s been a long-running debate over when to give the biggest presents Read More
States that restrict access to abortion have higher rates of maternal and infant mortality, study finds
Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, 12 states have banned abortion completely and 14 more have introduced restrictions on accessing abortion services. Read More
He wasn’t supposed to live past age 2. Now he’s a 40-year-old financial planner: ‘Working in investments was all I ever wanted to do.’
Muscular dystrophy has not stopped Jonathan Greeson from pursuing his career goals. Read More
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