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15 Years Of Low Interest Rates Reshaped The U.S. Economy. Here’s What’s Changing As Rates Stay Higher For Longer

The Federal Reserve is in the midst of its fastest interest rate hiking cycle in the modern era, setting up the U.S. economy for conditions not seen in generations.

The Fed Could Keep Lifting Rates Sharply ‘For Some Time’

A stark message was just delivered by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell: "The Fed will likely impose more large interest rate hikes in coming months." He also warned more explicitly than he has in the past that the Fed’s continued tightening of credit will cause pain for many households and businesses. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

The Inflation Reduction Act and Taxes: What You Should Know

The U.S. Senate just passed the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022—a climate, energy, healthcare, and tax bill that would increase IRS funding, and change some tax policy and tax credits. The House of Representatives is expected to take up the legislation on Friday, August 12th In the meantime, it’s good to have information about how the Act might impact your taxes. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

70% Of Americans Think A Recession Is Coming: Here’s What They Are Doing To Prepare

While experts debate whether a recession will happen or when, most people are already convinced we’re headed for a downturn, a recent survey finds. High inflation is one of the biggest risk factors that make people think an economic decline is coming. For steps you can take to reduce your costs, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE

80% Of Economists See ‘Stagflation’ As A Long-Term Risk. What It Is And How To Prepare For It

To have stagflation, you need both high unemployment and high inflation at the same time. Despite surveys sounding the alarm on stagflation, not everyone agrees it’s inevitable. CLICK ON THE HEADLINE FOR MORE

Will There Be A Recession In 2022? How To Prepare Now

With mounting anxiety about an impending recession in the US, you may be concerned, or at least a little curious, about what this may mean for your finances. So how do you best prepare, save, invest and generally make smart money moves in these uncertain times? For some guidance to help navigate through this difficult financial period, CLICK ON THE HEADLINE