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Volunteering rate sees record growth: Survey

The volunteering rate among Americans rose 22 percent from 2021 to 2023, representing a record expansion of formal volunteering over a two-year period, according to a new study. The study from ...

Politics - The Hill - November 20

UK ministers accused of £2.7bn ‘backdoor hike’ in business rates

Chancellor will taper relief for thousands of shops, pubs and restaurants over next two years

Business - Financial Times - 5 days ago

The Dobbs effect: Why abortions have risen across America

After the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, many expected abortion rates to drop. Instead, they rose. Here's why.

Politics - NBC News - 2 days ago

Sharp rise in bathing sites rated unfit for swimming

The government blames the water companies and says tougher regulation is on the way

Interest Rate Debate Continues on December Cut

The minutes of the Fed’s November meeting indicate the central bank’s policymakers haven’t decided on a rate cut next month.

Business - Inc. - Yesterday

They were best mates. Then one had a baby, while the other struggled. Two brutally honest takes on what happens when motherhood affects friendship

They both had something the other wanted. Could their relationship survive?. The night I first met Lexy, I was supposed to be going on a date. I was 25 and had yet to really make friends since ...

World - The Guardian - November 16

I’m 63, retired and getting $45,000 per year. But I only have about $200,000 in my IRA and still have a mortgage. What’s my move?

Have an issue with your financial adviser or considering a new one? Email questions or concerns to picks@marketwatch.com. We’ll have financial advisers weigh in.

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

I’m 67, married and have two mortgages worth $660,000. Should I use my 401(k) to pay them off?

“I want to have $6,000 a month in cash to live comfortably and travel upon retirement.”

Business - MarketWatch - November 9

49-year-old started his business 'to make $5,000 a month to survive, pay my mortgage'—he sold it for $100 million

When tech CEO Tomas Gorny launched a web-hosting startup in 2001 after losing millions, his modest goals helped him build a better business, he says.

Business - CNBC - November 20

‘His divorce lawyer was completely useless’: My husband is on the mortgage of his ex-wife’s house. She’s behind on the loan. What can we do?

‘If he contacts the bank and asks to remove his name from the mortgage because he has no legal responsibility, will they force her to refinance?’

Business - MarketWatch - 23 hours ago

Despite a half-point Fed rate cut, the average credit card interest rate fell by just 0.13%, report finds

Credit card APRs are edging lower after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a half point, but not by much.

Business - CNBC - November 1

What will happen to home equity loan rates after this week's Fed rate cut?

Another Fed rate cut is expected this week. Here's what that could mean for home equity loan rates.

Why credit card rates remain high, even after interest rate cuts

Credit card interest rates stand near a record high.

Japan's October headline inflation rate falls, but economists still see BOJ rate hike on the table

Core inflation came in at 2.3%, down from September's 2.4% but higher than the 2.2% that was expected.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

Inflation rate climbs for the first time since the summer. Fed weighs how much to cut rates.

The rate of inflation rose in October and moved further away from the Federal Reserve’s 2% goal, confirming a recent uptick in prices that could cajole the central bank into cutting interest rates ...

Business - MarketWatch - 19 hours ago

We're locking in a 52% gain in this hot industrial stock and changing our rating

The industrial stock will need to beat a high bar for the stock to rally after it reports earnings Thursday.

Business - CNBC - October 29

Morgan Stanley CEO says the era of zero interest rates and inflation 'is over'

Several of Wall Street's chief executives don't see more than one more interest rate cut by the Fed this year, citing expectations of continued inflation.

Business - CNBC - October 29

Does Africa need its own credit rating agency?

A pan-continental body is not a cure-all for its debt problems

World - Financial Times - October 29

Morgan Stanley CEO says the era of zero interest rates and inflation 'is over'

RIYADH — The days of easy money and zero interest rates are firmly in the past, Morgan Stanley CEO Ted Pick said Tuesday, speaking at a panel of finance CEOs in Riyadh.

How to get a low home equity loan rate this November

There are multiple ways borrowers can secure a low home equity loan interest rate this November. Here are three.

Small Business Owners More Confident About Borrowing After Rate Cut

Entrepreneurs and the banks that finance their expansions and upgrades are more optimistic, as refinancing and new loans get easier.

Business - Inc. - October 29

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Volunteering rate sees record growth: Survey

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They were best mates. Then one had a baby, while the other struggled. Two brutally honest takes on what happens when motherhood affects friendship

I’m 63, retired and getting $45,000 per year. But I only have about $200,000 in my IRA and still have a mortgage. What’s my move?

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49-year-old started his business 'to make $5,000 a month to survive, pay my mortgage'—he sold it for $100 million

‘His divorce lawyer was completely useless’: My husband is on the mortgage of his ex-wife’s house. She’s behind on the loan. What can we do?

Despite a half-point Fed rate cut, the average credit card interest rate fell by just 0.13%, report finds

What will happen to home equity loan rates after this week's Fed rate cut?

Why credit card rates remain high, even after interest rate cuts

Japan's October headline inflation rate falls, but economists still see BOJ rate hike on the table

Inflation rate climbs for the first time since the summer. Fed weighs how much to cut rates.

We're locking in a 52% gain in this hot industrial stock and changing our rating

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Morgan Stanley CEO says the era of zero interest rates and inflation 'is over'

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