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See the new deductions, expiring credits, and smart year-end tax strategies that can reduce what you owe for 2025.
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What Is Snowballing and How Can It Get You Out of Debt?
If you feel like you're drowning in debt, you're not alone. Learn what snowballing is, and how it can help your finances.
Why You Shouldn't Start Spending Trump's Tariff Rebate Yet
Buzz around a potential $2,000 tariff rebate check is growing, but major financial, political, and legal hurdles remain. Learn why these payments are unlikely.
How to Take Control Over Your Impulse Spending
Nearly all Americans admit to impulse spending—many regret it. Learn how to control emotional buying without giving up guilt-free treats.
More Than Half of Middle-Class Americans Now Own Stocks
More than half of low and middle-income Americans now invest in capital markets, according to new research. Buying stock has never been easier.
The U.S. Just Minted Its Final Penny: What Happens Now?
The U.S. Mint has made its last pennies, ending a run that began in 1793. Here’s what this means for purchases and why the coin's goodbye feels sentimental.
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Nov 13, 2025 5 min readThe 20% Down Payment Rule for Buying Cars
Kelley Blue Book shows new cars average $50,000 in 2025. Chase Bank notes 20% down reduces interest. Experian reports average payment $675 Q1 2025.
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Nov 12, 2025 3 min readAI Layoffs Are Rising: What New Data Says About the Job Market
New data shows U.S. job cuts rose sharply in October. Here is what is driving layoffs, how AI is involved, and what to watch moving forward.
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Nov 11, 2025 4 min readTrump Administration Ends Free IRS Tax Filing Program
IRS Direct File shut down for 2026. Jason Smith noted 296,531 returns filed, less than 0.5%. Ron Wyden said tax prep companies used deceptive practices.