Stock and bond markets have been rallying in anticipation of Federal Reserve rate cuts. But don’t get swept away just yet, our columnist says.
Tag: Personal Finances
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Check Fraud Is Rising and the Thieves Are Winning
Although check usage has declined in the last couple of decades, check fraud has risen sharply, creating a problem for banks — and customers trying to pay their bills.
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How Stolen Checks Are Sold and Bought Online
One reason this fraud is rampant: Open forums where anyone can buy checks that thieves have taken from the mail.
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Quiz: Would You Close This Bartender’s Bank Account?
Here’s what bank security employees might be thinking when deciding whether to shut down a customer account after detecting unusual activity.
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Higher Rates Can Help Retirees but Stocks Outpace Inflation
Investors who want to lock in safe income may be hurt over the long haul if they don’t also hold stocks, our columnist says.