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Navigating the IRS alphabet soup: There are nearly two dozen different 1099 forms, we explain them all

Have you received a 1099 tax form that you don’t understand? Our guide describes the basics of the nearly two dozen different 1099 forms used to...

10.02.2025 20

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Did you receive a higher-than-expected tax bill from the IRS? Here are 3 strategies to bridge the gap

Nobody likes learning about unexpected tax liabilities at the last minute, but paying with cash isn’t your only option.

07.02.2025 10

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A new bill in Congress would cap credit card interest rates at 10%. But the limits could harm consumers, experts warn

A new bill sponsored by Sens. Sanders and Hawley would cap credit card APRs, but that could reduce access to credit and credit card rewards programs.

06.02.2025 10

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The Great Wealth Transfer will take longer than expected, says Charles Schwab

Boomers are electing to keep their money until they die—putting the breaks on this $80 trillion generational wealth transfer.

28.01.2025 10

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The IRS wants to know how much money you’re making online. They even have a new tax form for it

IRS Form 1099-K could be in your future if you sold items via online marketplaces like eBay and Venmo. Here’s what you need to know.

27.01.2025 20

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Bitcoin is on fire. If you’re new to crypto, read our tips before you invest

Crypto is a brave new market, but if you plan to invest, you need to understand both its risks and rewards.

24.01.2025 20

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Upset about your credit card interest rate? The CFPB wants to hear from you

The CFPB is investigating credit APRs, and it wants consumers to comment on their rates, terms, and conditions.

24.01.2025 10

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Professors teaching Gen Z say they’re more anxious than millennials and have already given up on the American Dream

Gen Z really are different from their millennial predecessors professors say. But employers are party to blame for their lack of pizzazz.

23.01.2025 6

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Your tax refund could be in danger thanks to the ongoing shortage of accountants

There’s a continuing shortage of accountants in the U.S. CPAs are overwhelmed—leading to delays and errors during peak tax season.

22.01.2025 10

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Why is Gen Z suddenly flocking to this college course that’s been taught for decades

College students are more interested than ever in learning about personal finance.

22.01.2025 20

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Will Trump kill the CFPB? The bureau’s future is unclear under the new administration

The CFPB is widely seen as a key ally of American consumers, but critics say it costs too much and stifles innovation.

21.01.2025 10

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SEC enforcement blitz targets 7 financial firms as Biden administration winds down

The SEC disclosed 7 actions against alleged misbehavior with only three days left for the Biden administration.

18.01.2025 4

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You don’t need a budget, says one personal finance writer—here’s why

Dana Miranda feels that her provocative advice offers a wake-up call for people to live a more ethical, stress-free financial life.

17.01.2025 30

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Chime customers can file taxes for free on the app

Fintech company Chime thinks it has cracked the code for tax filing—by making the process easy, rewarding, and free.

14.01.2025 4

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IRS extends tax deadline for those affected by California wildfires

Citizens of Los Angeles affected by the wildfires no longer need to worry about filing their taxes by April 15.

13.01.2025 7

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Can AI replace financial advisors? Experts warn against using AI for much besides basic financial advice

While AI chatbots can provide detailed financial support, their tendency to hallucinate and a lack of guardrails is raising concerns.

13.01.2025 10

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70% of Americans are eligible to file their taxes for free starting today. Here’s what you need to know

Millions of Americans can get ahead of the stress and start working on their taxes as soon as today—for free.

10.01.2025 30

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Australia calls Meta’s decision to ditch fact-checks ‘very concerning,’ worries misinformation is ‘damaging for our democracy’

Disinformation is now "a bigger and bigger part of our media, particularly our social media," said Australia Treasurer Jim Chalmers to local media.

09.01.2025 10

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Money can’t buy happiness, but a well-crafted budget might help

Popular budgeting app YNAB has a cult-like following, and its founder credits the net positive created by viewing money as self-care.

09.01.2025 10

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Want to make smarter investment moves in 2025? This habit can make it happen

Being financially mindful, meaning having financial awareness and acceptance can help you make the right money decisions.

08.01.2025 10

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Wealth managers warn investors to watch out for these 3 major themes in 2025

The new year is delivering three big new challenges for investors. We show you what to watch out for.

06.01.2025 6

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How to become a financial advisor: 4 steps to a life-long career

A career that can easily earn over $100k, financial advisors are needed more now than ever.

02.01.2025 3

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Managing finances can strengthen your brain health as well as your pocketbook

Memorizing math facts and managing your own finances can keep your mind sharp, new study says.

26.12.2024 7

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Former Harvard president Larry Summers slams Ivy League schools for putting ‘social justice’ over excellence

The majority of Harvard’s Gen Z students are graduating with straight A’s—here’s why that’s a workplace problem in Larry Summers’ eyes

24.12.2024 5

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For roughly $30,000, this company gives you a 98% chance of getting into Harvard and the Ivy League

College is already expensive, and Crimson Education believes paying extra for top-notch admissions help is worth it.

21.12.2024 4

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Does size matter? Comparing the classes of top MBA schools

Networking, student support, and job opportunities can all be impacted by the size of a business school.

19.12.2024 5

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Ivy League not required: Fortune’s Most Powerful Rising Executives break the mold that success requires a top-ranked education

While the next generation of leaders all went to college, not all studied business or attended a top-ranked school.

18.12.2024 10

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Methodology for Fortune’s 2024 ranking of in-person master’s in data science programs

Fortune is unveiling our 2024 ranking of in-person master's degree programs in data science. In total, we ranked 29 programs.

17.12.2024 6

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Inside America’s longstanding financial literacy problem, which is contributing to trillions in student debt—’you have to teach the teachers’

Gen Z is the most financially illiterate generation, racking up trillions in debt—and experts are split on how to fix the problem

08.12.2024 8

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From no degree to PhD: how Fortune Future 50 CEOs are breaking the business education mold

Skills like adaptability and curiosity are increasingly driving success among the leaders of top-performing companies—not necessarily degrees like...

04.12.2024 5

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Amazon commits $100 million to bridge inequalities in tech education

AWS is offering education nonprofits access to its suite of products to enhance access to learning in subjects like AI and cloud.

04.12.2024 10

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OpenAI partners with Wharton for a new course focused on leveraging ChatGPT for teachers

OpenAI and the Wharton School created a new course to help educators understand how to harness generative AI in the classroom.

21.11.2024 3

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Women are breaking enrollment records at top MBA programs—but more progress is needed, report says

Women make up 42% of MBA students, and top schools like Northwestern, Duke, and WashU reached gender parity this year.

31.10.2024 1

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Upskill with LinkedIn Learning: the platform’s AI embrace

LinkedIn Learning is using AI to make a user’s experience more catered to career goals and soft skill development

29.10.2024 3

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Google wants you to get better at interacting with AI

Google is launching a new course on Coursera to boost individuals’ skills at interacting with generative AI.

28.10.2024 3

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Student demand for an MBA is surging—but that might be bad news for the U.S. economy

An overwhelming majority of full-time MBA programs experienced application growth but that means students are worried about the job market.

23.10.2024 3

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How to become an actuary: 4 steps to earn six figures

These are the 5 steps to start your career in the growing field of accounting.

21.10.2024 3

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How to get a perfect GMAT score, from someone who did

These are the secrets to getting a 805 on the GMAT.

16.10.2024 2

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How to pay for a part-time MBA program

Students should explore loans, scholarships, and employer assistance in order to pay for part-time MBAs.

16.10.2024 3

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How to become a product manager

These are the 5 steps to start your career in the growing field of accounting.

09.10.2024 3

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How to become a CPA

These are the 5 steps to start your career in the growing field of accounting.

27.09.2024 4

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How to become an accountant

These are the 5 steps to start your career in the growing field of accounting.

21.09.2024 3

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2024 health coach certification review: Institute for Integrative Nutrition

The health coach certification was deemed best for integrative medicine as part of Fortune's 2024 list.

19.09.2024 3

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2024 health coach certification review: Catalyst Coaching Institute

The health coach certification was deemed best for mentorship and skills assessment as part of Fortune's 2024 list.

17.09.2024 10

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These are the nation’s fastest growing jobs—and many pay $100k

The BLS projects high demand for healthcare and tech workers over the next decade.

14.09.2024 5

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Fortune ranked the best MBA programs for 2025: here’s what the data shows

Harvard, Chicago Booth, and Northwestern Kellogg top Fortune’s 2025 MBA ranking, but the data highlights programs you might want to consider.

10.09.2024 2

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Methodology for Fortune’s 2025 ranking of the best MBA programs

Fortune ranked 98 programs for our MBA list using 11 different data points.

09.09.2024 2

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Business communication courses and certification programs that will help you to upskill

Business communication programs can help you learn the most up-to-date ways to communicate using data, social media, and presentations.

05.09.2024 30

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UC Berkeley, Illinois, and Marshall have the best online master’s data science in the country. Here’s why

Fortune’s latest ranking finds that programs that value rigor and student success are among the best places for students to learn in-demand data...

04.09.2024 2

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A guide to a nurse’s salary: Broken down by all 50 states and industry type

Nurses in California make over double those working in Alabama.

08.08.2024 9

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