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As interest rates climb, here's why proposed caps on debt may not help reduce costs for consumers

As interest rates climb, here's why proposed caps on debt may not help reduce costs for consumers

As interest rates climb, Congress may consider capping annual percentage rates for certain debt at 36%. But other changes may be more effective, research finds.

3 years ago
New York’s student loan forgiveness program covers 24 monthly payments. Here's what borrowers need to know

New York’s student loan forgiveness program covers 24 monthly payments. Here's what borrowers need to know

With the fate of the Biden administration's sweeping student loan forgiveness plan uncertain, borrowers in New York state may have another option for relief.

3 years ago
As hit film ‘Everything Everywhere All At Once’ racks up Oscar nods, here’s what really happens in an IRS audit, according to tax pros

As hit film ‘Everything Everywhere All At Once’ racks up Oscar nods, here’s what really happens in an IRS audit, according to tax pros

The Oscar-nominated film "Everything Everywhere All at Once" includes a tax audit at an IRS office. But experts say actual IRS exams may be different.

3 years ago
Tax filing season has kicked off. Here's how to get a faster refund

Tax filing season has kicked off. Here's how to get a faster refund

Tax season kicked off for individual filers on Jan. 23, and the deadline for most taxpayers is April 18. Here's how to get a faster tax refund, experts say.

3 years ago
Crowd Notes Explained

Crowd Notes Explained

Crowd notes are used in equity crowdfunding and are essentially a modified form of convertible notes. They allow a large number of investors to pool their money together to invest in a private market investment opportunity, like equity crowdfunding. Introduction … Continue reading →

3 years ago
The first ETF is 30 years old this week. It launched a revolution in low-cost investing

The first ETF is 30 years old this week. It launched a revolution in low-cost investing

Thirty years ago this week, State Street Global Advisors launched the Standard & Poor's Depositary Receipt (SPY).

3 years ago
Updated Benchmark:  Incumbent Bank vs Fintech Progrss (after 900 days)

Updated Benchmark: Incumbent Bank vs Fintech Progrss (after 900 days)

Built for Mars | Peter Ramsey | Jan 17, 2023 More than 900 days ago, I published a series of case studies called the UX of Banking. These benchmarked and compared the user experience of 12 banks in the UK. It was a forensic process: logging, timing and cataloging everything on their mobile apps.  Those 6 chapters from


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3 years ago
Jeff Ubben's Inclusive Capital takes stake in Salesforce as more activists target the software giant

Jeff Ubben's Inclusive Capital takes stake in Salesforce as more activists target the software giant

Jeff Ubben's Inclusive Capital has taken a position in Salesforce, according to sources, CNBC's David Faber reported Monday.

3 years ago
Real Estate Investment in Cryptocurrency: Risks and Opportunities

Real Estate Investment in Cryptocurrency: Risks and Opportunities

Guest Post | Jan 23, 2023 Real estate investment has long been a popular way to build wealth, but in recent years, a new form of investment has emerged: cryptocurrency. This digital currency is decentralized and operates on a blockchain, making it highly secure and transparent. But what are the risks and opportunities of investing


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3 years ago
Tax season starts with boosted IRS workforce, new technology as agency begins to deploy $80 billion in funding

Tax season starts with boosted IRS workforce, new technology as agency begins to deploy $80 billion in funding

Tax season kicked off for individual filers on Monday with a bigger IRS customer service team and enhanced technology, according to Treasury officials.

3 years ago
Generation X carries the most credit card debt, study shows. Here's how to get those balances down

Generation X carries the most credit card debt, study shows. Here's how to get those balances down

If you're among the many adults who struggle to wipe out credit card debt, there are some things you can do that may help you reduce your balances faster.

3 years ago
Egg prices rose 60% in 2022. One farm group claims 'collusive scheme' by suppliers

Egg prices rose 60% in 2022. One farm group claims 'collusive scheme' by suppliers

Egg prices soared to historic levels in 2022, and one farmer-led advocacy group is alleging the trend is due to price fixing by leading producers.

3 years ago
This Social Security change would be ‘easiest and quickest,’ Manchin says. What debt ceiling negotiations may mean for benefits

This Social Security change would be ‘easiest and quickest,’ Manchin says. What debt ceiling negotiations may mean for benefits

As Democrats and Republicans negotiate over the nation's debt, some worry changes to Social Security benefits could be on the line. Here's why.

3 years ago
Updated Benchmark:  Incumbent Bank vs Fintech Progress (after 900 days)

Updated Benchmark: Incumbent Bank vs Fintech Progress (after 900 days)

Built for Mars | Peter Ramsey | Jan 17, 2023 More than 900 days ago, I published a series of case studies called the UX of Banking. These benchmarked and compared the user experience of 12 banks in the UK. It was a forensic process: logging, timing and cataloging everything on their mobile apps.  Those 6 chapters from


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3 years ago
Fintech Revolut Hires Behavioural Team to Improve Criticized Corporate Culture

Fintech Revolut Hires Behavioural Team to Improve Criticized Corporate Culture

The Guardian | Kalyeena Makortoff  | Jan 16, 2023 Britain’s most valuable fintech company, Revolut, is assembling a team to track whether staff are being “approachable” and “respectful”, as it tries to address criticism about an aggressive corporate culture and secure a UK banking licence. No UK license (yet): While the crypto trading to payments


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3 years ago