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45% of Americans say they don’t know how much is appropriate to spend on a wedding present. Here’s each generation’s approach to the gift-giving decision:
Source: Empower “Maybe I Do” study, 2024.
45% of Americans say they don’t know how much is appropriate to spend on a wedding present. Here’s each generation’s approach to the gift-giving decision:
Source: Empower “Maybe I Do” study, 2024.
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Soft skills stand up in the workplace
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Emotional intelligence doesn’t show up on a balance sheet. But as technology reshapes how people work, it’s becoming one of the most valuable assets in the workplace.
529 college saving plans could see greater flexibility under new tax bill
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A 529 expansion result in SAT fees, homeschooling expenses, and non-college programs becoming eligible for tax-free 529 withdrawals.
Best U.S. states to retire in 2025
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Retirees often relocate for a lower cost of living or reduced tax burden. Here are the best states to retire in 2025.