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Gold Surge

Gold prices surge amid U.S. fiscal concerns

Gold prices surged to a near two-week high of $3,345 during Asian…

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By Hannah Bietz May 23, 2025

Retirement Age

Social Security full retirement age changes to 67

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced changes to the full retirement…

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By Emily Lauderdale May 22, 2025

Ehsaei's Charts

Pattie Ehsaei’s book tops Amazon charts

Pattie Ehsaei's new book, "Never Date a Broke Dude," has quickly become…

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By Hannah Bietz May 22, 2025

Annuity Pay

How much will a $50,000 annuity pay monthly?

A $50,000 annuity could help boost your income during retirement, but it's…

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By Emily Lauderdale May 22, 2025

Remittance Impact

Trump’s remittance tax plan may impact Indians

President Donald Trump's proposed "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" includes a 5%…

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By Emily Lauderdale May 21, 2025

Vanguard Lead

Vanguard S&P 500 ETF widens lead

The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) has taken a commanding lead over…

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By Hannah Bietz May 21, 2025

Widow Repay

Social Security demands widow repay $70,000

Ruth Podmanik, a 65-year-old widow from Sheffield Lake, Ohio, is facing a…

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By Hannah Bietz May 21, 2025

Lower COLA

Social Security recipients may see lower COLA in 2026

According to estimates from The Senior Citizens League (TSCL), the Social Security…

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By Hannah Bietz May 22, 2025

Middle Shrinks

Middle class shrinks to 51% in 2023

According to recent data, roughly 49% of Americans don't actually fall into…

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By Hannah Bietz May 21, 2025