Category: Finance
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Social Security Administration’s Guidelines for Newlyweds: Ensure Accurate Records and Names
In the realm of matrimony, celebrations abound, but so does the paperwork. The Social Security Administration (SSA), it is of utmost importance for newlyweds to remember that their Social Security number must align with their name as recorded in the annals of the Social Security Administration’s lifetime earnings database. For those who opt to change…
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Early Christmas Holiday Sales Spark Consumer Debate and Retailer Optimism
This trend, noticeable to many consumers, has sparked a range of opinions. Large retail stores in North America have kicked off their Christmas holiday sales much earlier than in previous years Some, like Washington state resident Brett McGowan, find it off-putting, likening it to a mix of Charlie Brown and Ted Kaczynski. Albertan Cheryl Qzee…
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High Housing Costs Continue To Increase Amidst Growing Home Purchase Demands And High Mortgage Rates
The high housing costs continued to increase even more amidst growing home purchase demands and high mortgage rates. High Housing Costs Continue to Rise Even More Following Growing Home Purchase Demands and High Mortgage Rates The high housing costs continued to increase even more following the growing home purchase demands and the high mortgage rates…
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George O. Walton’s 1913 Liberty Coin Fetches $3.17 Million After Decades in Family Possession
Tragically, in 1962, George O. Walton lost his life in a car accident, leaving his possessions to his family. In 1945, George O. Walton, a collector from North Carolina, acquired a 1913 Liberty Head coin for $3,750 Following his passing, Melva (George O. Walton’s sister) and her husband Robert retrieved the coin from Walton’s estate.…
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Tree of Life Massacre Anniversary Marked by Pro-Palestine Graffiti at Allderdice High School
Pro-Palestine graffiti was discovered on the front of Allderdice High School, a predominantly Jewish neighborhood institution. The Squirrel Hill community awoke on Thursday, a day before the city was scheduled to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the tragic Tree of Life massacre, during which 11 congregants lost their lives in a violent attack at the…
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Lucky Numbers Lottery Ticket Worth $100,000 Nears Expiry in Illinois
A $100,000 Powerball prize, won last year, is on the brink of expiring, but no one has yet claimed their luck. LUCKY NUMBERS Lottery enthusiasts in Aurora, Illinois, are anxiously waiting for a fortunate ticket holder to step forward before November 7 The mysterious holder of this fortunate ticket acquired it on November 8, 2022,…
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FTX Sam Bankman-Fried Decides To Testify In His Own Defense After Being Accused Of Fraud, Money Laundering At New York Trial
FTX Sam Bankman-Fried decided to testify in his own defense after being accused of fraud and money laundering at a New York trial. FTX Sam Bankman-Fried Will Testify in His Own Defense at New York Trial Following Fraud and Money Laundering Allegations FTX Sam Bankman-Fried will reportedly testify in his own defense at a New…
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Overhaul of Mortgage Lender Regulations Marks Historic Shift in Fight Against Discriminatory Lending
This legislative overhaul, a long-awaited transformation, was led by the Federal Reserve, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Mortgage lender regulations, established under the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) of 1977, have been significantly modernized by banking regulators, marking a pivotal shift in the fight against discriminatory lending…
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15-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgages Gain Popularity as Rates Hold Steady
In today’s mortgage market, the rates for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages remain stable, providing potential homeowners with a consistent option for long-term financing. There has been a notable decrease in rates for 15-year fixed-rate mortgages, offering borrowers an attractive alternative for quicker repayment The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage, known for its shorter duration and accelerated payoff schedule,…
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Department of Education in Australia Announces $74 Million Student Debt Waiver Due to Administrative Error
Due to this error, an astounding $74 million in student debt is slated to be waived. The Department of Education in Australia has uncovered a massive administrative oversight that is set to benefit thousands of Australian students This revelation marks a substantial relief for students grappling with financial burdens. The Department of Education in Australia…