There can be a 'survivor's penalty' after a spouse dies — here’s how to avoid it
After your spouse dies, you could face a surprise higher tax bill, financial experts say. But it's possible to prepare with advanced planning.
After your spouse dies, you could face a surprise higher tax bill, financial experts say. But it's possible to prepare with advanced planning.
Investing in private companies can offer a unique opportunity to access innovative businesses before they go public. Unlike stocks traded on major exchanges, private shares often require investors to meet specific qualifications. Whether through private funds, secondary markets, or direct … Continue reading
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Payments Data | March 18, 2025 Worldpay's GPR 2025 Breaks Down the Past, Present, and Future of Consumer Payments Worldpay has dropped their annual 10th Global Payments Report 2025 (83 page PDF report), which always contains reams of great data research and insights on how more and more people are using digital payments around the
Increasingly, top colleges are expanding financial aid awards to make higher education more accessible.
A judge ordered the Trump administration to reinstate education grants it had nixed as part of its work to end DEI initiatives.
Competition | March 18, 2025 A Win for Competition in Canada, But the Fight Isn’t Over It's pretty safe to say that every fintech at one point of their journey from start-up to scale-up has experienced the adverse impacts of the lack of competition in Canada. Whether it’s access to payment systems, customer financial data,
March 18, 2025 Introduction The iGaming industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the world, driven by innovation, technology, and changing consumer behavior. As online casinos, sportsbooks, and gaming platforms continue to expand, industry professionals must stay ahead of trends, regulations, and emerging technologies. This is where an iGaming conference becomes essential. These global
Regulatory Event | March 17, 2025 SEC Crypto Task Force to Host Discussions on Defining Crypto as a Security The SEC's new Crypto Task Force led by Commissioner Hester Peirce aims to create fair guidelines for crypto companies, providing them a better way to register with the SEC while ensuring fair enforcement. As part of
Major asset managers and plan providers want to increase the share of private assets in the $12.5 trillion workplace retirement plan market.
Student loan borrowers who are unemployed have a number of relief options available to them, despite current challenges to the system.
March 17, 2025 Canada’s industrial sector is evolving rapidly, with technology playing a crucial role in modernizing workplace safety. From artificial intelligence (AI) to wearable safety devices, advancements are transforming how businesses protect their workforce. With stringent workplace regulations and the need for enhanced efficiency, industries are leveraging cutting-edge solutions to minimize risks and create
For most students and their families, financial aid is the most important factor in their decisions about college.
Prices in the wholesale egg market have fallen more than 40% since late February. It may take a few weeks for retail prices to catch up.
Some experts worry new changes at the Social Security Administration may make it more difficult to access the agency's benefits and services.
March 18, 2025 Financial management plays an equivalent role to creative expression within modern photography businesses. Freelance work and operating studio spaces require photographers to monitor their expenses for successful financial control. The manual system of traditional bookkeeping consumes a considerable amount of time and introduces several processing mistakes. Financial technology (fintech) applications intrude at