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‘Credit is like a muscle, you have to use it to have it,’ one expert said

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‘Credit is like a muscle, you have to use it to have it,’ one expert said

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‘Typical retirees have significantly less in savings and investments than they feel they need to comfortably enjoy the final chapter of their lives,’ Clever Real estate said

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Inflation held steady as Federal Reserve faces ongoing pressure to lower rates

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‘If a rate cap were imposed through executive action or aggressive regulatory interpretation, I would expect immediate legal challenges,’ one expert said

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‘As living costs continue to rise and economic uncertainties persist, more people are finding it difficult to stay on top of their financial obligation,’ a recent research paper noted

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‘When it comes to money resolutions, one should refer to the Oscar Wilde quote ‘Everything in moderation, including moderation’, one expert said

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‘When it comes to money resolutions, one should refer to the Oscar Wilde quote ‘Everything in moderation, including moderation’, one expert said

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“Crude oil prices remain relatively unchanged from the end of 2025 and unaffected amid questions about Venezuela’s impact on the oil market,” AAA said

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‘If it actually occurs, it's definitely a great opportunity for current buyers to save some money,’ one expert said

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U.S. shoppers were projected to spend around $29 billion on gift cards during the 2025 holiday season

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‘The truth is, credit repair companies can’t legally remove information from your credit report if it’s accurate and current,’ the Federal Trade Commission said

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Tariffs, an aging workforce, a decline in immigration, and the rise of artificial intelligence may be contributing to employment struggles, according to experts

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U.S. shoppers were projected to spend around $29 billion on gift cards during the 2025 holiday season

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‘The truth is, credit repair companies can’t legally remove information from your credit report if it’s accurate and current,’ the Federal Trade Commission said

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The luxury home price threshold is up more than $300,000 over the last decade, highlighting how at least this part of the housing market is withstanding economic pressures

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‘The most important thing is to try to make a plan for the money before it hits your accounts, so it can't just evaporate,’ one expert recommended

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