Benefits make up more than 30% of the typical job’s compensation, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. But figuring out what your benefits…

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Turkeys Explode Early birds have been flocking to the grocery to buy a turkey before the price skyrockets even further. Turkeys are now at the…

Inflation is proving to be a stubborn, unwanted houseguest. No one particularly likes paying more for food, fuel and other living costs. But so far,…

Any 401(k) can help you save for retirement. A great 401(k) allows you to save a whole lot more. The difference between a mediocre plan…

Inflation Roars Upward Thursday morning, the U.S. released the Consumer Price Index. It indicated an 8.2% rise for the past 12 months. The core increase,…

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When she was 19, writer Emily Maloney found herself facing about $50,000 in medical debt after hospital treatment for a mental health crisis. The debt…

An ancient Chinese proverb states, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago; the second-best time is now.” This proverb can be…