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Pros and cons of private student loans 01/27/2019 07:00pm • Aside from buying a house, paying for college can be one of the biggest investments many Americans make. According to College Board, the average cost to attend an in-state four-year public college was $9,970 for the 2017-18 school year. That one-year cost is up 3.1 percent from the year before. And Pros and Cons to Buying American Express Stock (AXP) 01/27/2019 07:00pm • For investors of American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) stock, it wasn't always about the plastic. Founded in 1850 by Henry Wells, William G. Fargo and John Butterfield, American Express's early business model was well-suited for the times -- to deliver money and packages over long distances to people How Investors Can Best Use a 529 Plan 01/27/2019 07:00pm • State-run 529 plans have been a staple of the college savings landscape for years. But a 529 account has never been as easy as ordinary investments to choose and manage. With the new tax rules passed about a year ago and the financial markets looking shaky, families may wonder if the venerable 529 i How Savvy Investors Beat a Stock Market Slowdown 01/24/2019 07:00pm • Analysts may be forecasting a stock market slowdown in 2019, but that may prove to be a good thing for savvy investors who know where to look, experts say. "Often there are greater annualized gains during bear markets than you can achieve in bull markets, primarily since bear markets tend to develo When Should You Have Multiple Credit Cards? 01/24/2019 07:00pm • When used responsibly, credit cards can help you manage expenses, establish a positive credit history, and take advantage of rewards and other benefits along the way. With so many different types of credit cards and card features available, it may make sense to carry more than one to maximize their 7 Best Places To Hold Short-Term Cash 01/24/2019 07:00pm • Short-term funds have big-time returns.Short-term investments may be a good solution for those looking to remain liquid or stashing cash in an emergency fund. With the Federal Reserve raising interest rates, rates on securities that mature anywhere from several days to a few years are boasting some Rising student loan debt has hurt housing market, Fed says 01/23/2019 09:08pm • WASHINGTON - With student loan debt numbers at a historic level, the Federal Reserve reports that home ownership rates are dropping as a result. The nationwide home ownership rate has dropped noticeably since 2005, particularly among young Americans. In the wake of the financial crisis, overall h Tax Deductions That Disappeared This Year 01/23/2019 07:00pm • This tax-filing season, taxpayers are poised to experience the impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, which eliminated beneficial deductions and credits. Touted as the largest tax overhaul in 30 years, the law could be a mixed bag for many households as it increases the standard deduction and Great Jobs for Animal Lovers 01/22/2019 07:00pm • Despite their diverse backgrounds and occupations, most professionals who work with animals share one trait: a lifelong devotion to creatures great and small. "It was an early childhood desire, a love of all animals," that inspired Dr. John de Jong to pursue his career as a veterinarian, he says. "I How to Manage Student Loan Debt During Government Shutdown 01/22/2019 07:00pm • Much has been reported about the struggles of furloughed federal workers during what has become the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. 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But what if I told you it's Tips when searching for a house to accommodate disabilities, special needs 01/22/2019 12:32am • WASHINGTON — When Molli Bishop began house hunting in 2017, her search was narrowed by a few specifics. She needed a home that had a bedroom on the main level. Some sort of covered parking was also at the top of her wishlist, as was a bathroom that could be modified to meet the needs of her you Low-Interest Loan Options for Furloughed Federal Employees 01/21/2019 07:00pm • When you're living paycheck to paycheck, missing one pay period because of a work furlough can derail plans for your budget and overall financial health. 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