A boomer lives on $1,601 monthly from Social Security and struggles to pay bills. She plans to wait a few more years until she touches her 401(k).

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Maureen, 67, (not pictured) is a former elementary school teacher living on $1,600 a month in Social Security benefits.

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A millennial couple who make $250,000 say they can't find a home in their budget: 'We refuse to become house-poor'

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Laura Graves and her husband Samuel each make six figures but are struggling to find a home in their budget in the Portland area.

Laura Graves

Zelle says it's up to the police to stop scams

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A government agency is investigating after a series of scams on payment apps like Zelle.

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I'm a Yale graduate but can't afford to live on my own, so I share an apartment with my mom. I have no plans to move out.

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Mia Tsang and her mom in front of the NYC pride parade
The author, left, loves living with her mom, right.

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How JPMorgan's crackdown on private-equity recruiting could play out for junior bankers, PE firms, and more

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The Wall Street subway stop

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I'm not paying for my kids' college tuition unless they want to be doctors or lawyers. Money isn't the issue — the ROI has to be worth it.

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Bobby Kittleberger and his wife.

Bobby Kittleberger

The stock-market whiplash this week shows why you shouldn't worry too much about your 401(k)

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Traders at the New York Stock Exchange

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Two former bankers turned their experience into HBO's most underrated show. Now, it's finally getting the attention it deserves.

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The creators of the HBO show Industry, on pale blue background with jagged computer screens collaged next to them.

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The 3 worst things about being an Uber or Lyft driver

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Some Uber and Lyft drivers have concerns about declining earnings, safety, and wrongful deactivations.

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Banks are restricting employees from donating to the Harris-Walz campaign. Here's why.

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Vice President Kamala Harris's choice of running mate could have a chilling effect on donations from Wall Streeters.

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