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Inflation and the housing market: Decoding the latest number

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There’s good news on the inflation front: December 2022 marked the sixth straight month that the U.S. rate of inflation has decreased.

In Your Debt: How couples can team up on debt repayment

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Between financially helping his parents and losing income as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Jeremy Mazza landed into serious credit card debt. Relief came from a source he wasn’t expecting: his partner, Ginna Lambert, who had come into a small inheritance. She suggested “investing” part of her bounty in their shared future by lending small amounts to Mazza that he could apply toward his debt.

Ashbourne is a modern duplex design for a hillside lot

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EUGENE, ORE. – Shed roofs blended with horizontal lap siding with panel siding accents give the Ashbourne a distinctive modern look. Designed for a lot that slopes uphill, this duplex design offers split-level living in each unit.

Reghan Winkler: Protect yourself on Facebook Marketplace

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Shopping is one of my favorite pastimes. I love finding a good deal and saving money, which is why I often find myself browsing the Facebook Marketplace. The platform offers a wide variety of goods for sale, with some listings coming from legitimate businesses and others from individuals.

Tax season already? Some tips for avoiding stress and scams

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NEW YORK (AP) — For many people filing U.S. tax returns — especially those doing it for their first time — it can be a daunting task that’s often left to the last minute. But if you want to avoid the stress of the looming deadline, start getting organized as soon as possible.

Legal-Ease: Basic tax checklist upon loved one’s death

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Although competent legal and accounting professionals should always be consulted whenever someone dies, there are five areas of tax-related obligations of which family members should be aware upon a loved one’s death.

Treasury taps retirement funds to stay under debt limit

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The Treasury Department is beginning the use of special measures to avoid a US payments default, after the federal debt limit was reached Thursday.

The Week Ahead: Waiting for the recession during the economic recovery

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The end of last year was supposed to be an economic dud. It wasn’t. Instead, the American economy likely continued its rebound.

Spanaway is a modern prairie house plan with pen floor plan

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EUGENE, ORE. – Stone accents highlight the horizontal lap siding and vertical cedar siding that make up the Spanaway’s modern prairie exterior. Low-angled roof plains and large eaves add to the prairie façade. Columns wrapped in stone frame the boundary of the front covered porch and front door.

Millennial Money: 4 expenses for parents to rethink in 2023

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When inflation rises, child care expenses do, too. If you’re a parent, you may be hoping to get a little financial relief during the upcoming tax season through deductions or credits. But since there have been recent reductions to both of the child tax credits, you may not get as much back as you anticipated.