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A 529 plan is one of the best ways to save for college. The money grows tax-free, and many states give you a tax deduction to boot. But many families don’t take advantage of this opportunity. In fact, ...

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A life insurance policy protects your dependents in the event of your death. It does this by paying out a predetermined sum, which is intended to replace the income of the policyholder. If you have ...

How to get help paying your gas or electric bill, access energy efficiency upgrades and protect your household from utility shutoffs this winter. Alexandra Jones is a CNET contributor who writes about ...

Working your way through school is a challenge that many students must take in order to earn a college degree. But many employers are making the task easier, offering full or partial college tuition ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A new video released by JEA shows how the utility and community organizations work together to help customers in need who are struggling to pay their utility bills. JEA said that ...

Monthly rent payments often consume a significant portion of household income, with many Americans spending more than 30 percent of their earnings on housing costs. As rental prices continue to climb, ...

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- New numbers show how many Houstonians are struggling to keep the lights on, and for those who are, there are millions of dollars in assistance that's available. Whether it's ...

These famous actors and musicians are paying it forward. Higher education can get pretty expensive, leaving some students struggling to pay the bills or catch up on student loans. Thankfully, some ...

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When you're searching for a new job, you're probably already looking at the salary and at standard benefits like health care and retirement plans. However, some companies offer an added incentive: ...