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Last month, we asked readers what changes they would make to fix Social Security. Many agreed: If you make more, you should pay more.
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Millennials are actually really good at saving money
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Where to go to business school if you want the highest salary
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IRS boosts retirement investment limits
Inflation-related adjustment allows larger savings in TSP, 401(k) plans in 2015.
The drop in mortgage rates created a frenzy of refinancings. Should you jump in?
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Why poor kids don’t stay in college
More people than ever are attending college. But for millions of poor Americans, getting into college isn’t the hard part.
A guide to paying off your student loans
The graduation party is long gone, which means it will soon be time to pay up on those student loans. Here are some tips on where to start.
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“Longevity is both a risk and an opportunity”
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Young graduates may have debt, but not the kind that comes with a house
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Find a financial adviser who will put your interests first
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In America, why the poor pay $4,158 for a $1,500 ‘rent-to-own’ sofa
Rental centers cater to low-income Americans with no credit and little cash. But at a very steep price.
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Whether you are 20-something bachelor or responsible for three children and a dog, there’s something you might be overlooking.
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