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Biden's student loan forgiveness plan gets a record number of public comments. Here's what people are saying

More than 34,000 people have left public comments on the Biden administration's new student loan forgiveness proposal. Here's what some of them said.

8 months ago

Interest rates on federal student loans may increase by 1%: ‘A fairly big jump,’ expert says

The interest rates on federal student loan rates will likely rise by about 1% in the 2024-2025 academic year. Here's what to know.

8 months ago

Interest rates on federal student loans may increase by 1 percentage point: ‘A fairly big jump,’ expert says

The interest rates on federal student loan rates will likely rise by about 1 percentage point in the 2024-2025 academic year. Here's what to know.

8 months ago

Here's why entry-level jobs feel impossible to get

Employers are now prioritizing skills and experience over degrees and credentials, according to Julia Pollak, chief economist at ZipRecruiter.

8 months ago

Stanley Druckenmiller cut his Nvidia stake in late March, says AI may be a bit overhyped short term

Druckenmiller said he reduced his Nvidia bet after "the stock went from $150 to $900."

8 months ago

The great wealth transfer has started — but millennials, Gen Z may not inherit as much as they anticipate

There's a growing disconnect between how much adult children expect to inherit and how much their aging parents plan on leaving them.

8 months ago

Revolut Launches Low Fee Crypto Exchange in the UK

Crypto | May 7, 2024 Revolut Launches Revolut X, a New Crypto Trading Platform in the UK Revolut, a leading fintech company, has announced Revolut X, a dedicated crypto trading platform for U.K. retail customers. This strategic move aims to provide traders with a cost-effective and user-friendly platform for cryptocurrency transactions. Revolut X is differentiating


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8 months ago

'The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is a uniquely American construct,' analyst says. Here's why

While the housing market in the U.S. continues to face high price tags and borrowing costs, it's unique compared to other countries. Here's why.

8 months ago

Unlocking New Opportunities: Investing in Alternatives

For decades, traditional investment vehicles like stocks, bonds, and mutual funds were seen as the primary paths for retail investors to grow their wealth. However, in recent years, alternative investments – assets that fall outside of these traditional categories – … Continue reading


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8 months ago

CRA Pursues $54 million in Unpaid Crypto Taxes

Crypto | May 7, 2024 CRA's Enforcement on Unpaid Crypto Taxes in Canada The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has initiated about 400 audits and examinations targeting crypto asset non-compliance as it pursues approximately $54 million in unpaid taxes from cryptocurrency transactions. This reflects an increased enforcement environment as regulators catch up with technological advancements in


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8 months ago

37% Globally to Use Local Payment Methods by 2028

Payments | May 7, 2024 Local Payment Methods to Reach 58% of All Ecommerce Transaction Payment Value Globally by 2028 The 2024 Boku Global Ecommerce Report, produced in collaboration with Juniper Research, offers a detailed analysis of the rapidly evolving landscape of global ecommerce and payment systems drawing from extensive data across 37 major markets


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8 months ago

Student protestors facing disciplinary action may also deal with financial setbacks

Students protesting Israel's war in Gaza have faced disciplinary action including suspension or expulsion. They may also face financial setbacks, experts say.

8 months ago

Student protesters facing disciplinary action may also deal with financial setbacks

Students protesting Israel's war in Gaza have faced disciplinary action including suspension or expulsion. They may also face financial setbacks, experts say.

8 months ago

More home sellers are paying capital gains taxes — here’s how to reduce your bill

More home sellers have been hit with capital gain taxes amid soaring property values. Here's how to reduce your tax bill, experts say.

8 months ago

Americans can't stop 'spaving' — here’s how to avoid this financial trap

"Spaving," or spending more to save more, can lead to excessive spending and high-interest credit card debt if you aren't careful, experts say.

8 months ago