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I'm Bankrate's principal writer covering the Federal Reserve, the U.S. economy and…
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Which side of the Fed's tools are asymmetric?
Which side of the Fed's tools are asymmetric?
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Janet Yellen vs. Alan Greenspan and the 2% inflation target's origin story
Janet Yellen vs. Alan Greenspan and the 2% inflation target's origin story
By Sarah Foster
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Don't say it: The Fed raises rates to incentivize consumers to save
Don't say it: The Fed raises rates to incentivize consumers to save
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When we talk about the best perks of a 401(k), compound interest often takes center stage. But today, I want to shine a light on my personal favorite…
When we talk about the best perks of a 401(k), compound interest often takes center stage. But today, I want to shine a light on my personal favorite…
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I was recently thinking about my 401(k) and asked my husband when he had first started his. "22," he said, at his "first big job." I'll be honest, I…
I was recently thinking about my 401(k) and asked my husband when he had first started his. "22," he said, at his "first big job." I'll be honest, I…
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The Federal Reserve officials who stress that they're data — not "data point" — dependent might not get the clarity that they were hoping for in…
The Federal Reserve officials who stress that they're data — not "data point" — dependent might not get the clarity that they were hoping for in…
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Activities and Societies: James Scholar, The Daily Illini student newspaper, Society of Professional Journalists, Illinois Bands
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Charitable Fund Scholarship
Chicago Journalists Association
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James Scholar Honors Program
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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First Place in Feature Writing
Illinois Journalism Education Association
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First Place in News Writing
Illinois Journalism Education Association
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Illinois Achievement Scholarship
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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All-State Journalism Team
Illinois Journalism Education Association
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Runner-Up Illinois Journalist of the Year
Illinois Journalism Education Association
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English
Native or bilingual proficiency
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If inflation is slowing, why are so many Americans living paycheck to paycheck? More than 1 in 3 workers (34%) told us in a recent Bankrate survey…
If inflation is slowing, why are so many Americans living paycheck to paycheck? More than 1 in 3 workers (34%) told us in a recent Bankrate survey…
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One data point I’ve been keeping my eye on, as Americans struggle under the weight of inflation: The number of Americans with multiple jobs. In the…
One data point I’ve been keeping my eye on, as Americans struggle under the weight of inflation: The number of Americans with multiple jobs. In the…
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You can find them everywhere: Headlines that the "Great Resignation" of 2022 is over. As job growth slows and the unemployment rate edges up, the…
You can find them everywhere: Headlines that the "Great Resignation" of 2022 is over. As job growth slows and the unemployment rate edges up, the…
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Last month, I realized there's a perfect metaphor to describe Fed speak. Sometimes, I can't believe it took me seven whole years of covering the Fed…
Last month, I realized there's a perfect metaphor to describe Fed speak. Sometimes, I can't believe it took me seven whole years of covering the Fed…
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Inflation has now slowed for four straight months. Have you felt it? If the answer is no, it might not be so surprising. Prices are up just 2.9%…
Inflation has now slowed for four straight months. Have you felt it? If the answer is no, it might not be so surprising. Prices are up just 2.9%…
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Here’s a little “history of work” nugget that I’ve always found surprising: The 40-hour workweek may now be considered the “standard” for how much…
Here’s a little “history of work” nugget that I’ve always found surprising: The 40-hour workweek may now be considered the “standard” for how much…
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It's a common stereotype: Young Americans are so apathetic about their financial futures that they’ve stopped saving, they’ve given up on retiring or…
It's a common stereotype: Young Americans are so apathetic about their financial futures that they’ve stopped saving, they’ve given up on retiring or…
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How much could student loan debt influence the upcoming 2024 presidential election? The issue is often assumed to take a backseat to other voting…
How much could student loan debt influence the upcoming 2024 presidential election? The issue is often assumed to take a backseat to other voting…
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The New York Fed’s Household Debt and Credit Report revived a key worry that’s been on my mind in this high-rate era: The people hurt most by…
The New York Fed’s Household Debt and Credit Report revived a key worry that’s been on my mind in this high-rate era: The people hurt most by…
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For two years, rapid rate hikes and a Federal Reserve with a bias toward controlling inflation are all investors and consumers have known. The tide…
For two years, rapid rate hikes and a Federal Reserve with a bias toward controlling inflation are all investors and consumers have known. The tide…
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How do Vice President Kamala Harris’ economic views differ from President Joe Biden’s? I delved into Harris’ previous proposals and remarks…
How do Vice President Kamala Harris’ economic views differ from President Joe Biden’s? I delved into Harris’ previous proposals and remarks…
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JUST IN: The Federal Reserve left interest rates steady but gave two clear hints that rate cuts could soon be coming — namely, by mentioning…
JUST IN: The Federal Reserve left interest rates steady but gave two clear hints that rate cuts could soon be coming — namely, by mentioning…
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In my piece today on MarketWatch: As parents feel increasingly squeezed by the rising cost of everyday necessities as well as large expenses like…
In my piece today on MarketWatch: As parents feel increasingly squeezed by the rising cost of everyday necessities as well as large expenses like…
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