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SEC Chair Gary Gensler wants to know more about what hedge funds and private equity are doing

The federal agency is meeting on Wednesday to consider new rules for private funds.

3 years ago

There are key differences between tax credits and deductions. What to know before filing your return

Tax credits and deductions both reduce liability, but these write-offs have key differences. Here’s what to know before filing your return.

3 years ago

How Proptech is changing the real estate industry

Perch | Kat Wong and Joey Li | Feb 9, 2022 The growing necessity for innovation in many industries has become stronger than ever before, especially with consumer expectations steadily rising over the years. The residential real estate industry in particular is fast paced and always evolving with new emerging technologies designed to improve the


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3 years ago

Giving block reports, Crypto philanthropy jumped nearly 16x in 2021

Cointelegraph | Prashant Jha  | Feb 3, 2022 The average crypto donation size was $10,455, 82x more than an average $128 cash donation. 2021 was not just the year of institutionalization of crypto and new all-time highs — it also turned out to be the biggest year to date for crypto philanthropy. According to research data


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3 years ago

This hidden muni bond tax may trigger higher Medicare premiums

Tax-free muni bond interest may trigger a costly surprise for high-income retirees with Medicare premium hikes.

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4 scams that may cost you this tax season

The 2022 tax season is underway. IRS officials are warning of a likely increase in fraud that could lead to identity theft and stolen tax refunds.

3 years ago

Looking for an outdoors vacation spot? Rockies, Blue Ridge Mountains make top 10 list of ranges worldwide

The Rockies and Blue Ridge Mountains are two of the top 10 ranges worldwide for holidays as recently ranked by U.K. outdoor clothing and gear outfitter Blacks.

3 years ago

These scams may cost you this tax season. Here's what to do if you are a victim

The 2022 tax season is underway. IRS officials are warning of a likely increase in fraud that could lead to identity theft and stolen tax refunds.

3 years ago

71% of clients report experiencing financial anxiety. Here's why financial planners could be missing the signs

Even people who are financially secure could be plagued by worry that a financial disaster is around the corner.

3 years ago

Retirees seeking income may want to consider closed-end funds

Although these funds come with more risk than, say, U.S. Treasurys, they also can provide decent yields.

3 years ago

The Evolving Digital Identity Landscape

Liquid Avatar Technologies | David Lucatch | Feb 9, 2022  How the current macro environment is changing the way we work, play, and engage online. The last time you left home, you probably had at least 3 items with you that would prove who you are, most likely your mobile device, wallet, and keyring. In


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3 years ago

Major Firms Launch the Crypto Market Integrity Coalition to Crackdown Manipulation

Reuters | Hannah Lang | Feb 7, 2022 The new alliance and pledge comes as regulators remain concerned the new market is safe for investors, despite its surge in popularity. A group of major cryptocurrency firms including Coinbase, Circle, Anchorage Digital and Huobi Global are forming a new coalition aimed at cracking down on market


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3 years ago

College enrollment continues to slide as free tuition and loan forgiveness stall

The number of undergraduates in college nationwide is now down 5.1% compared to two years ago — a loss of nearly 1 million students.

3 years ago

Op-ed: Did you know inherited qualified retirement accounts must be liquidated in 10 years? If you didn’t, you are not alone

A provision of the 2019 Secure Act could impact your retirement savings plans or strategies to transfer wealth to future generations.

3 years ago

How to answer the ‘virtual currency’ question on your tax return

There's a question about cryptocurrency on the front page of your tax return. Here's how to answer it and what happens if you don't report taxable activity.

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