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Medicare Part B premiums will rise by 2.7% in 2021

The standard monthly premium for Medicare Part B will be $148.50 in 2021, up from $144.60 this year, officials announced Friday.

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Asia investors should focus on the region's 'robust' data instead of the U.S. election: Aberdeen

Aberdeen Standard Investments' Kenneth Akintewe says investors in Asia should focus on the strong data emerging from the region instead of the U.S. election.

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With election nearing a resolution, investors see some market-friendly themes emerging

With the election over, some old themes will be reemerging, regardless of who will be the president.

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Working remotely from paradise? What it means for your taxes

Working remotely from a beach in the Caribbean sounds heavenly, but make sure you understand what this means for your taxes before you go.

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You’re running out of time to use these tax-advantaged funds

The IRS rolled out special rules for flexible spending accounts earlier this year. What you need to know.

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The $68 trillion transfer of wealth in America is evaporating amid crisis

Over 2.3 million small businesses are owned by baby boomers and they are closing shop or selling out due to the pandemic as they watch assets shrink.

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Sustainable investing is surging. How to decide if it's right for you

The first half of 2020 reportedly saw a record $20.9 billion flow into sustainable funds. It has grown into a complex landscape with sometimes confusing and overlapping terminology. Here's a look at the sector and whether it might work for you.

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Cramer says a Biden presidency with a GOP Senate would be 'nirvana for the stock market'

"I feel that there's closure coming, and that's part of the rally" on Wall Street since Tuesday's election, CNBC's Jim Cramer said.

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Cramer says a Biden presidency with a GOP Senate would be 'so boring' — and that's great for stocks

"I feel that there's closure coming, and that's part of the rally" on Wall Street since Tuesday's election, CNBC's Jim Cramer said.

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Rents in big cities are falling due to Covid. Here’s how to negotiate your monthly payment

The coronavirus pandemic has sent rents lower, especially in large coastal cities, making it a great time for renters to negotiate deals with landlords.

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Can't pay your rent? Here are your options

Coming up with rent has been a struggle for many Americans during the pandemic. Despite the difficult times, there are options for tenants.

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Top five use cases for blockchain in fintech

ITProPortal | Malcom Ridgers | Nov 5, 2020  Blockchain is guaranteed to change the way we operate. Since blockchain is a decentralized ledger with strong focus on cryptography, security, and privacy, it’s ideal for banking applications and fintech. Most banks are now using blockchain technology to create more efficient ways to record data. In 2020,


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Medicare beneficiaries say they'd take an early Covid vaccine

Many Medicare beneficiaries, who are generally more at risk for developing complications from Covid, are open to early vaccines and experimental treatments.

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New recommendations outline who in Canada could get a COVID-19 vaccine first

CTV News | Ryan Flanagan | Nov 5, 2020 Essential workers and others who face increased risks related to COVID-19 should be vaccinated against the disease before everyone else, according to new recommendations submitted to the federal government. Although Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said that all Canadians will be able to get an approved


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