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Facing the biggest inflation surge in 30 years, shoppers expect to spend a lot more this holiday season
It isn’t Thanksgiving yet, but more people are racing to spend more on their holiday shopping — and that’s just…
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Will your insurance cover these winter home disasters?
This article is reprinted by permission from NerdWallet. Whether it’s tumbling temperatures or a blackout blizzard, winter weather can wreak…
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My uncle swooped into my late father’s house, took his house keys, personal papers and even his truck. He refuses to return them
My dad died on Nov. 12, with no will, in Indiana. He has three children. He moved to be near…
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I bought my home for $30,000, but now it’s worth almost $3 million. How can I avoid a massive tax bill?
I own a house in Palo Alto, Calif. that I bought for less than $30,000 and is now worth almost…
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Here’s everything new coming to Netflix in December 2021 — and what’s leaving
Netflix Inc. has a ridiculous amount of original content coming in December, including new seasons of some of its most…
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What’s worth streaming in December 2021: ‘The Witcher,’ ‘Book of Boba Fett,’ ‘Matrix: Resurrections’ and more
A bounty of year-end programming will pose a unique challenge to streaming consumers in December — not so much what…
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If you’re celebrating Hanukkah, this cherry liqueur might be the perfect sip to toast the Jewish holiday
The bottle Heering Cherry Liqueur, $26.99 The back story There are a number of drinks we associate with the holiday…
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3 ways practicing gratitude can help your financial well-being this holiday season
Greed and fear are two states of mind sometimes associated with making money, investment decisions and wealth building strategies. This…
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My Realtor is isolating after being exposed to COVID-19, but I need to find a new home ASAP. Do I break our business arrangement?
Dear MarketWatch, I live in Fayetteville, N.C., and am currently selling my home and looking to buy another one. My Realtor…
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The No. 1 shopping scam this holiday season
It’s an oldie, but a baddie. Supply-chain issues and shortages of certain electronics, toys and other products, the holiday season…
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