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Rix Pix Photography / Shutterstock.comIf you’re collecting Social Security or planning to soon, there’s a major tax change working its way through Congress that could put thousands of dollars back in your pocket, reports CNBC. The Senate’s new One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes what lawmakers are calling a “senior…
Ruslan Guzov / Shutterstock.comAdvertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. Here’s some refreshing news: Americans over 50 are traveling more than ever, and they’re doing it without emptying their…
Djomas / Shutterstock.comSocial Security’s projected funding shortfall is raising alarms for nearly 70 million Americans. The 2025 Social Security Board of Trustees projects that trust funds supporting retirement and disability benefits will run out by 2033, triggering automatic 23% benefit cuts for current and future retirees, according to TheStreet. Based…
Minerva Studio / Shutterstock.comJob seekers are increasingly encountering lengthy and complex hiring processes — even for roles that initially seem like a perfect fit, MarketWatch reports. A promising position may offer appealing responsibilities, a strong cultural match, and a competitive salary, but securing an offer can now involve multiple interviews,…
Jason Stitt / Shutterstock.comRemember when everyone was buying Pelotons and planning revenge travel? Well, Americans are getting their financial revenge in a different way now. The personal saving rate has climbed from 3.5% in December to 4.5% in May, data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis shows, as people swap…
Monkey Business Images / Shutterstock.comAdvertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. A major spending package outlining how the government proposes to use taxpayer money was recently approved by the…
Krakenimages.com / Shutterstock.comConsumer boycotts against Amazon, Starbucks, and Home Depot have gained serious momentum this summer, with organized campaigns urging shoppers to avoid these retail giants throughout July. According to TheStreet, the movement led by The People’s Union USA highlights growing tensions between consumers and corporations over labor conditions, wages,…
PeopleImages.com – Yuri A / Shutterstock.comThe Republican-controlled Senate has approved its version of President Trump’s sweeping tax and spending package, a bill that could drastically cut Medicaid and food assistance for millions, according to CNBC. It still needs a House vote before reaching Trump’s desk, but these potential changes to…
Marcos Castillo / Shutterstock.comJuly is here, bringing the heat and the red-hot deals. We found a variety of freebies to help you save money this month. Read on to learn when and how you can take advantage of them. And for even more options, head on over to Money Talks…
Yuganov Konstantin / Shutterstock.comThe Fourth of July holiday can disrupt your financial routine — from bank closures to mail delays — but with some advance planning, it’s possible to minimize disruptions and stay on track. MarketWatch breaks down how Independence Day impacts banks, government services, and delivery providers — here’s…