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This week’s money news

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This week’s top story: Smart Money podcast on crypto crash, and growing money fast. In other news: Timeline, fallout and what investors should know about FTX crash, the new reality of a $700 monthly car payment, and 5 key numbers to know about CDs.

Smart Money Podcast: Crypto Crash, and Growing Money Fast
This week’s episode starts with an explainer on the collapse of the FTX crypto exchange.

FTX Crash: Timeline, Fallout and What Investors Should Know
Crypto exchange FTX crashed this week, tanking major tokens in its wake. Here’s what it means for U.S. investors.

The New Reality: A $700 Monthly Car Payment
Monthly car payments continue to climb, thanks to rising interest rates and record-high car prices.

Want 4% on Your Savings? 5 Key Numbers to Know About CDs
The best CD rates are stellar right now. But consider CD terms, penalties and minimums too.

Thursday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: 4 ways to protect your small business from cyberattacks. Also in the news: A new episode of the Smart Money podcast featuring a travel nerd’s trip to Japan, what Warren Buffett would do about inflation, and what Stablecoin’s troubles mean for crypto investors.

4 Ways to Protect Your Small Business From Cyberattacks
You can follow cybersecurity best practices, train your employees and invest in cyber insurance to protect your business.

Smart Money Podcast: Nerdy Travel Diaries: Scrimping and Splurging in Japan
A Travel Nerd’s story about traveling to Tokyo for a vacation that balanced moments of luxury and cost-saving travel hacks.

Rising Inflation, Volatile Market: What Would Buffett Do?
For billionaire Warren Buffett, investing in low-cost index funds and pursuing value over the long term are the best ways to beat inflation and weather turbulent times.

What a Stablecoin’s Troubles Mean for Crypto Investors
TerraUSD’s high-profile flop has added to the pressure on digital assets this week.

Monday’s need-to-know money

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Today’s top story: How to save more when inflation makes your money count less. Also in the news: A new episode of the Smart Money podcast on choosing the best crypto and Bitcoin coming to 401(k) plans, what to do if your car is stolen, and understanding the role of a power of attorney agent.

How to Save More When Inflation Makes Your Money Count Less
You can adjust your spending and saving strategies to help lessen the impact of inflation.

Smart Money Podcast: Bitcoin 401(k)s and Choosing the Best Crypto
Cryptocurrencies coming to Fidelity 401(k) plans.

What to Do if Your Car Is Stolen
Here’s when to call the police, what your insurance covers and more.

What Is a Power of Attorney Agent (and How Do You Choose One)?
If you’re aging independently, it’s important to have someone you trust in charge of your affairs.

Friday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: 3 business loan application mistakes and how to avoid them. Also in the news: New tax reporting requirements and the five stages of a market bubble.

3 Business Loan Application Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
When applying for a business loan, choose the right lender, organize your paperwork and seek advice from financial professionals.

Sold $600 on Peer-to-Peer Apps? Expect a New Tax Form
Apps like PayPal and Venmo are subject to new tax reporting requirements as of Jan. 1. Here’s what’s changing for small businesses.

The Five Stages of a Market Bubble (and Where Crypto Stands)
Just because the blockchain may be here to stay doesn’t mean the current crypto market isn’t circling the drain.

Monday’s need-to-know money news

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Today’s top story: 3 things to do before you buy crypto. Also in the news: A new episode of the Smart Money podcast on back to school shopping and breaking bad money habits, student debt is canceled for borrowers with disability, and 6 ways to make your business more agile.

3 Things to Do Before You Buy Crypto
All your friends are doing it. Should you invest in crypto, too? Take it slow and meet other money goals first.

Smart Money Podcast: School Supply Shopping and Breaking Bad Money Habits
How to save money when back-to-school shopping this year.

Student Debt Canceled for Borrowers With Disability; $10K Forgiveness Stalled

6 Ways to Make Your Business More Agile
Small businesses with agility can quickly pivot to survive disruptions and take advantage of opportunities.