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Why the stock market is hitting records despite Iran war
Thu Apr 16 4:32 pm
The S&P 500 closed at an all-time high even with little apparent progress in a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran, and a continued oil-supply disruption.
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35% of Gen Z homebuyers are single women, research shows. Here’s why they need an estate plan
Thu Apr 16 10:22 am
Despite purchasing what might now be their biggest asset, women are less likely than men to have any estate planning documents in place.
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Community college enrollment rises as more grads pursue associate degrees
Thu Apr 16 9:07 am
More high school graduates are pursuing a two-year degree over a four-year college path, recent studies show. 
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How to file a tax extension for free by the April 15 deadline
Wed Apr 15 1:07 pm
You can file an IRS tax extension by April 15 if you need more time on your taxes. Here are some free options.
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Over 643,000 student loan borrowers are waiting on repayment plans or forgiveness, court filing shows
Wed Apr 15 2:20 pm
More than 643,000 federal student loan borrowers are waiting for the Trump administration to forgive their debt or enroll them in a repayment plan.
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Is an IRS audit less likely amid agency cuts? Some issues are still ‘low-hanging fruit,’ expert says
Wed Apr 15 8:35 am
There are still some red flags for an IRS audit despite budget and staffing cuts, experts say. Here's what filers need to know.
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Why BLTs and salad just got more expensive — tariffs, war send tomato prices soaring
Wed Apr 15 8:15 am
Tomato prices have risen sharply in recent months, driven largely by trade policy, economists said.
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Trump Accounts for kids now total 5 million, and 1.2 million can get $1,000 seed money, Bessent says
Wed Apr 15 3:32 pm
About 5 million children have been signed up for Trump Accounts, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Here's what families need to know.
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Market volatility may 'weigh heavily' on Gen Z, advisor says: How young investors can adapt
Tue Apr 14 2:52 pm
For young investors, the recent market volatility can be especially unsettling. Financial advisors have tips to help you through it.
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Share of 7-year car loans grows as buyers 'work harder to make the numbers fit,' expert says
Tue Apr 14 8:36 am
With the amount financed reaching an all-time high, more car buyers are stretching out their loans to at least seven years to afford the monthly payments.
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Tariff refunds unlikely to benefit consumers, CNBC CFO Council survey finds
Mon Apr 13 1:37 pm
Although the government could pay billions of dollars in tariff refunds, consumers shouldn't expect to see money back, according to a CNBC CFO Council survey.
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Many Gen Z adults still get financial help from their parents
Mon Apr 13 3:21 pm
Financial support from your parents can help you to become independent. But that means treating the money "as a plan, not a lifestyle," one advisor said.
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