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Can Higher Interest Rates Increase Inflation?

We’ve been having an ongoing discussion about commonly cited reasons inflation has become a global phenomenon since 2021. These factors range from the lasting impact of the pandemic to domestic […]

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Studies Prove Brains and Money Are Connected

This Is Your Brain on…Money. Any Questions? How are brains and money connected? Economists have considered money from every angle for ages, but the research field of neuroeconomics is relatively […]

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The Benefits of Vacation are Many — But You Have to Actually Take One

Are the benefits of vacation time off significant? Do you tell yourself you’re just too busy to take a vacation? What if I told you that some of the benefits […]

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4 Steps for Handling Your Finances in Divorce

Divorce is not just an emotional process—it’s a financial one too. Follow these steps to manage finances in divorce and protect your assets.

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Free Tuition Won’t Fix Community Colleges—Or Help Students

President Biden’s proposal for free tuition at community college sounds good on paper, but American education requires much greater reform.

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Pandemic Leads to Rising Lumber Prices in 2021: What It Means for Homeowners

With more people working on home projects during the pandemic, demand for lumber has led to rising lumber prices and industry shifts.

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Introducing SOFR: Benefits and Challenges of the LIBOR Replacement

SOFR is set to fully replace LIBOR by June of 2023. SOFR is a transparent and reliable alternative, but it comes with its own challenges.

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Dress Professionally with Style (Without Breaking the Bank)

When you dress professionally, it sends a message to your employees, peers and managers. You can do it with in-person and online stylists.

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Moving On: How to Learn From Professional Failure and Shape It Into Success

Professional failure is hard to accept, whether it was in your control or not. Take these steps to learn from failure with poise and grace.

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Smart Giving Gives Back: The Surprising Benefits of Family Philanthropy

Philanthropy is important to many wealthy families, but many don’t have a structured plan. Learn how to give back with organized philanthropy.

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