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As delta variant spreads, younger Americans say fear of side effects is keeping them from getting vaccinated

Some infectious-disease experts attribute the recent rise in case counts to the delta variant. Read More

OPEC+ deal will boost oil production — but what will it mean for prices at the pump?

Americans are paying an average of 98 cents more per gallon of gas than they were a year ago, according to AAA. Read More

American Academy of Pediatrics urges universal masking in schools for everyone ages 2 and up — whether vaccinated or not

As the delta variant spreads, the AAP mask guidelines contradict the CDC’s recent recommendations for vaccinated individuals. Read More

My in-laws are still paying off the mortgage on two homes and want to build a third. What should they do?

‘My mother-in-law wanted to buy land next to her sister so they could help each other as they all get older. ‘ Read More

Home-builder confidence wanes amid ongoing shortages of workers and materials

Foot traffic from prospective buyers is falling as affordability constraints weigh on the market. Read More

Go topless: the 10 cheapest convertibles

Although they seem to be getting scarce, there are still quite a few good cars for drop-top driving. These range in price from $26,830 to $53,900. Read More

This lucrative tax credit pays business owners who hire eligible veterans, teens and other workers

The Work Opportunity Tax Credit can help businesses address their hiring woes. Read More

6 small cities where you can work less and earn more

In these places, employees have shorter workweeks and heftier paychecks. Read More

Why automakers are closing this loophole in your car lease

That lucrative option of cashing in on higher-than-expected resale values is going out the window with several car companies. Read More

Three more ways to fight inflation

A basic understanding of inflation can help you use smart strategies to ward off the pain of rising prices, plus — surprise — there are upsides to inflation. Read More

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