Medora Lee

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FHFA ends debt-to-income ratio mortgage fee. How homebuyers will benefit.

By: Medora Lee

Homebuyers win after Federal Housing Finance Agency cancels plans for an upfront mortgage fee based in debt-to-income ratios in August. Here's why.

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Dollar dollar bill y'all: Gen Z is using cash more than ever in the face of inflation

By: Medora Lee

People are turning to cash payments to rein in spending amid inflation and high interest rates. Here's who's using it most and how they're saving.

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Debt ceiling battle: Does it matter to your 401(k)? Some are hedging their bets

By: Medora Lee, Jim Sergent

Republicans and Democrats have been in a standoff over raising the debt ceiling, and if they don't reach an agreement soon, economic catastrophe could quickly ensue.

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You finally can afford the car. Now, what about insurance? Why that could be a problem.

By: Medora Lee

Car prices have been surging, but so have auto insurance rates. Consider these moves to try to keep your rate increases in check.

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SNAP users adapt to buying less and trading down after extra pandemic extra boost ends

By: Medora Lee

SNAP recipients who saw their benefits drop after the extra pandemic emergency boost ended earlier this year adapted by buying less and trading down.

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Hate taxes? This is for you: IRS boosts HSA limits for 2024 by record amount. Here's why.

By: Medora Lee

IRS raised health savings account contribution limits for 2024 by a record amount. This may be a big deal for those who hate paying taxes. Here's why.

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'Woke' or not, many Americans ignore ESG in investing, despite political tug-of-war

By: Medora Lee

As politicians and corporations fight over whether ESG is "woke" or not, most Americans tune out. Stock returns are still the priority for investing.

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How can I pay for school? Complete FAFSA. What FAFSA is, who's eligible and when to do it.

By: Medora Lee

If you plan to pursue higher education, you should know about FAFSA and how it can help pay for school. Here are the details.

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In debt ceiling vote, SNAP work requirements are on the table. What about farm subsidies?

By: Medora Lee

As politicians vote on tighter work requirements for SNAP, rich people are making millions off farm subsidies without working, report claims. Here's how.

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Alzheimer's disease can be debilitating. Why new drugs for dementia may be out of reach.

By: Medora Lee

With America aging quickly, an Alzheimer's treatment gets new urgency. There finally are some promising ones, but most can't get them. Here's why.