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When Fair Doesn’t Mean Equal in Estate Planning
How to leave unequal inheritances to your children while minimizing hurt feelings and family conflict.
Dec 27, 2025
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Sylvia Xu
Junk Food Bans for SNAP Users in Some States Starting 2026: What to Know
More than a third of states will prohibit the purchase of some foods, and states will shoulder more of the program’s administrative cost.
Dec 27, 2025
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Sylvia Xu
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Aaron Gifford
Education Department Has Rejected Over 300,000 Requests for Lower Student Loan Repayments
The American Federation of Teachers previously sued Trump to maintain the existing arrangement for student borrowers.
Dec 26, 2025
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Aaron Gifford
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Investing
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Should You Worry About Overfunding Your 529 Plan?
Oversaving in a 529 isn’t as risky as it once was—but it’s not a backdoor retirement plan.
Dec 26, 2025
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Tom Ozimek
US Consumers Grow More Optimistic About Future Finances, Recession Fears Retreat
Consumers remained cautious on big-ticket spending, but expectations for household finances reached their most positive level in nearly a year.
Dec 24, 2025
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Retirement
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Are You Saving Too Much for Retirement? Know These Surprising Downsides
If you’ve already hit your retirement goals, continuing to save may cost you more than you realize—from taxes to lost life experiences.
Dec 24, 2025
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Jack Phillips
IRS CEO Says 94 Percent of Middle-Class Taxpayers Will See Tax Relief Next Year
When it comes to Social Security, ‘it will be the biggest refunds that we’ve ever seen,’ Frank Bisignano said.
Dec 23, 2025
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Jack Phillips
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Dec 23
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Estate
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Javier Simon
How to Structure Your Estate So Your Heirs Avoid a Financial Headache
A few key estate planning moves today can help you protect your legacy and spare your family unnecessary stress.
Dec 23, 2025
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Javier Simon
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Dec 23
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Wealth Management
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Why I Have a Financial Planner
A financial planner doesn’t just manage money—it delivers confidence, clarity, and calm.
Dec 23, 2025
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Dec 23
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Future Planning
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Anne Johnson
Cut Down on Your Utility Bills
Simple changes to how you use energy and water at home can significantly reduce your monthly utility bills.
Dec 22, 2025
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Executive Branch
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Jack Phillips
White House Economist Predicts ‘Biggest Refund Cycle Ever’ During 2026 Tax Season
‘A lot of the tax changes, which affect last year, weren’t in any tax forms that people filled out at the beginning of’ this year, the economist said.
Dec 19, 2025
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Jack Phillips
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Dec 19
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Wealth Management
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What Kind of Financial Advisor Do You Need? Here’s How to Decide
Not all financial advisors are the same—here’s how to choose the one that fits your goals.
Dec 19, 2025
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Dec 19
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Estate
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Javier Simon
What You Need to Know About Gifting Trusts
Smart gifting strategies—including trusts—can help you pass on wealth while minimizing gift and estate taxes.
Dec 18, 2025
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Javier Simon
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Dec 18
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US News
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Tom Ozimek
How the One Big Beautiful Bill Affects Americans’ Taxes, Benefits, Payments
The legislation extends 2017 tax cuts and rewrites rules for health care, food assistance, and student loans.
Dec 17, 2025
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Dec 17
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Future Planning
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Anne Johnson
7 Ways to Rein In Holiday Spending
With a little planning and restraint, you can enjoy the holidays without blowing your budget.
Dec 17, 2025
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Anne Johnson
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Dec 17
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Investing
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How to Help Save for Your Grandkids’ College Education
Helping grandchildren with college costs? Here’s how to decide whether to fund a 529 plan all at once or over time.
Dec 17, 2025
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Dec 17
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Autumn Spredemann
Amid Retirement Challenges, Younger Generations Show Hope
‘Young generations are more financially prepared because they separate their identities from their incomes,’ one expert said.
Dec 16, 2025
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Dec 16
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US News
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Tom Ozimek
One Big Beautiful Bill: From Taxes to Tuition, How Key Provisions Will Roll Out
The law unfolds in phases, with tax, health care, and safety-net provisions taking effect over multiple years.
Dec 16, 2025
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Dec 16
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Estate
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Javier Simon
How to Protect Your Finances If You Become Incapacitated
A few simple legal steps can safeguard your money, medical decisions, and family if you become unable to manage them yourself.
Dec 16, 2025
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Javier Simon
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Dec 16
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Future Planning
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A Guide to Launching a Successful Business After 50
Starting a business after 50 may be less risky—and more rewarding—than you think.
Dec 15, 2025
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Dec 15
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Estate
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Tribune News Service
When Fair Doesn’t Mean Equal in Estate Planning
How to leave unequal inheritances to your children while minimizing hurt feelings and family conflict.
Dec 27, 2025
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Dec 27
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US Politics
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Sylvia Xu
Junk Food Bans for SNAP Users in Some States Starting 2026: What to Know
More than a third of states will prohibit the purchase of some foods, and states will shoulder more of the program’s administrative cost.
Dec 27, 2025
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Sylvia Xu
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Dec 27
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US News
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Aaron Gifford
Education Department Has Rejected Over 300,000 Requests for Lower Student Loan Repayments
The American Federation of Teachers previously sued Trump to maintain the existing arrangement for student borrowers.
Dec 26, 2025
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Aaron Gifford
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Dec 26
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Investing
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The Associated Press
Should You Worry About Overfunding Your 529 Plan?
Oversaving in a 529 isn’t as risky as it once was—but it’s not a backdoor retirement plan.
Dec 26, 2025
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The Associated Press
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Dec 26
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US News
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Tom Ozimek
US Consumers Grow More Optimistic About Future Finances, Recession Fears Retreat
Consumers remained cautious on big-ticket spending, but expectations for household finances reached their most positive level in nearly a year.
Dec 24, 2025
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Tom Ozimek
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Dec 24
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Retirement
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Tribune News Service
Are You Saving Too Much for Retirement? Know These Surprising Downsides
If you’ve already hit your retirement goals, continuing to save may cost you more than you realize—from taxes to lost life experiences.
Dec 24, 2025
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Dec 24
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US News
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Jack Phillips
IRS CEO Says 94 Percent of Middle-Class Taxpayers Will See Tax Relief Next Year
When it comes to Social Security, ‘it will be the biggest refunds that we’ve ever seen,’ Frank Bisignano said.
Dec 23, 2025
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Jack Phillips
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Dec 23
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Estate
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Javier Simon
How to Structure Your Estate So Your Heirs Avoid a Financial Headache
A few key estate planning moves today can help you protect your legacy and spare your family unnecessary stress.
Dec 23, 2025
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Javier Simon
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Dec 23
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Wealth Management
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The Associated Press
Why I Have a Financial Planner
A financial planner doesn’t just manage money—it delivers confidence, clarity, and calm.
Dec 23, 2025
|
The Associated Press
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Dec 23
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Future Planning
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Anne Johnson
Cut Down on Your Utility Bills
Simple changes to how you use energy and water at home can significantly reduce your monthly utility bills.
Dec 22, 2025
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Anne Johnson
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Dec 22
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Executive Branch
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Jack Phillips
White House Economist Predicts ‘Biggest Refund Cycle Ever’ During 2026 Tax Season
‘A lot of the tax changes, which affect last year, weren’t in any tax forms that people filled out at the beginning of’ this year, the economist said.
Dec 19, 2025
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Jack Phillips
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Dec 19
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Wealth Management
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What Kind of Financial Advisor Do You Need? Here’s How to Decide
Not all financial advisors are the same—here’s how to choose the one that fits your goals.
Dec 19, 2025
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Dec 19
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Estate
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Javier Simon
What You Need to Know About Gifting Trusts
Smart gifting strategies—including trusts—can help you pass on wealth while minimizing gift and estate taxes.
Dec 18, 2025
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Javier Simon
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Dec 18
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US News
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Tom Ozimek
How the One Big Beautiful Bill Affects Americans’ Taxes, Benefits, Payments
The legislation extends 2017 tax cuts and rewrites rules for health care, food assistance, and student loans.
Dec 17, 2025
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Tom Ozimek
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Dec 17
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Future Planning
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Anne Johnson
7 Ways to Rein In Holiday Spending
With a little planning and restraint, you can enjoy the holidays without blowing your budget.
Dec 17, 2025
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Anne Johnson
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Dec 17
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Investing
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Tribune News Service
How to Help Save for Your Grandkids’ College Education
Helping grandchildren with college costs? Here’s how to decide whether to fund a 529 plan all at once or over time.
Dec 17, 2025
|
Tribune News Service
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Dec 17
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Premium Reports
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Autumn Spredemann
Amid Retirement Challenges, Younger Generations Show Hope
‘Young generations are more financially prepared because they separate their identities from their incomes,’ one expert said.
Dec 16, 2025
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Autumn Spredemann
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Dec 16
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US News
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Tom Ozimek
One Big Beautiful Bill: From Taxes to Tuition, How Key Provisions Will Roll Out
The law unfolds in phases, with tax, health care, and safety-net provisions taking effect over multiple years.
Dec 16, 2025
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Tom Ozimek
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Dec 16
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Estate
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Javier Simon
How to Protect Your Finances If You Become Incapacitated
A few simple legal steps can safeguard your money, medical decisions, and family if you become unable to manage them yourself.
Dec 16, 2025
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Javier Simon
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Dec 16
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Future Planning
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Tribune News Service
A Guide to Launching a Successful Business After 50
Starting a business after 50 may be less risky—and more rewarding—than you think.
Dec 15, 2025
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