WSJ Your Money Briefing

The Roth IRA, which turned 20 years old this month, can be especially beneficial to younger investors and offers features different from traditional IRAs. Retirement expert Ed Slott explains the pros and cons of investing in a Roth IRA.

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A new report from ATTOM Data Solutions finds its more affordable to buy a home in a slim majority of U.S. markets than it is to rent. But ATTOM senior VP Daren Blomquist says most of the population lives in markets where it's more affordable to rent.

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Wall Street Journal Chief Economics Commentator Greg Ip explains why Jerome Powell, who assumes the top post at the Federal Reserve in February, could be in a tough position with regard to raising interest rates to ward off a potential stocks bubble burst.

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Wall Street Journal MoneyBeat editor Erik Holm explains Kodak's plan to launch an initial coin offering and enter the digital-currency world.

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Wall Street Journal contributor Dan Weil explains why there are limited opportunities for investments in sports and professional sports teams.

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Wall Street Journal 'Intelligent Investor' columnist Jason Zweig says that, amid an expected changeable stock market in 2018, investors should expect several factors to emerge this year.

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Northwestern Mutual's Brent Schutte explains why wages are likely to rise in 2018, with inflation following suit. Plus, he suggests how investors should plan their portfolios in response.

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Banks and non-bank lenders are battling over the use of credit scores used to decide which U.S. buyers can get a mortgage. The Wall Street Journal's Annamaria Andriotis explains how the fight could impact those of us with mortgages, and those who are applying for them.

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After a robust holiday spending spree by consumers, paying down debt will be on the minds of many consumers in 2018. Financial planner Rebecca Walser explains common traps debt-ridden consumers face, as well as smarter methods for getting out of the red.

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Wall Street Journal Heard on the Street editor Ken Brown outlines several key areas of the U.S. and global economies likely to impact investors in 2018.

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Before you decide how to invest, make sure you protect your data. Wall Street Journal reporter Veronica Dagher suggests that and other resolutions for consumers to make regarding their finances in 2018.

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With money a constant stress point for Americans, WalletHub is out with its 10 Financial Resolutions for 2018. WalletHub analyst Jill Gonzalez runs down the list, which is designed to help people achieve financial fitness in the New Year.

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From joint tax return filing to changes associated with charitable deductions, Wall Street Journal tax reporter Laura Saunders answers readers' and listeners' moat popular questions regarding the tax overhaul bill that takes effect Jan. 1.

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Veterans, students and parents seeking employment or a job change have made use of a free hotline provided by outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas over the past several years. CEO John Challenger explains some information the hotline provides.

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Good news for college students and their parents: textbook prices are falling. The Wall Street Journal's Sarah Chaney says a surge in online comparison shopping has forced booksellers to provide cheaper options.

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Wall Street Journal's Justin Lahart explains how consumer confidence this holiday season could mean trouble for the U.S. economy in 2018.

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Some investors who bought into Bitcoin years ago have since forgotten the passwords to log into their accounts. And that's leaving many unable to cash in - or get out - as the cryptocurrency soars to new highs and falls to new lows. The Wall Street Journal's Stephanie Yang and Alison Sider explain the extremes some investors are going to in an attempt to recover lost passwords.

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Bankrate.com's Mark Hamrick details results of a recent report on consumer sentiment, and advises Americans what they should do with extra cash coming to their paycheck as a result of the new tax bill.

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Wall Street Journal analysis of the GOP tax bill and its impact on several groups, including families, consumers saving for retirement and homeowners considering a sale.

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Wall Street Journal cryptocurrency reporter Paul Vigna discusses alternative digital currencies benefiting from bitcoin's recent explosive growth, and how some are more stable than others.

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Wall Street Journal Heard in the Street columnist Justin Lahart discusses the direct benefits to the economy from the new tax plan expected in its first year.

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Wall Street Journal reporter Sharon Nunn discusses the strong start to the holiday shopping season, including robust numbers posted by big brick-and-mortar retailers. She also measures the strong sales against income gains.

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Wall Street Journal personal technology editor Wilson Rothman discusses the best Chromebooks currently on the market, and offers advice for parents concerned about security controls on the devices.

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Fisher Investments' Ken Fisher explains misconceptions behind the current stock market. He also explains which sectors investors should seek out to find rewards, and why bitcoin could be a signal that a bear market is edging closer.

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The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday it will increase interest rates to a range of 1.25%-1.5%. Fed Chairwoman Janet Yellen, in her final news conference, answered questions on topics such as low inflation, the strength of the stock market and whether the central bank would consider launching its own version of bitcoin.

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Wall Street Journal tax reporter Laura Saunders explains how proposed changes in the Republican tax bill could disrupt the withholding system and impact workers' paychecks next year.

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A new survey revealed the surprising fact that half of investors would stop saving for retirement if tax-deferred 401(k) account ended. Wells Fargo Asset Management's Fredrik Axsater explains what steps investors should take so they don't run out of money in retirement.

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Wall Street Journal news editor Susan Carey explains new fees that could soon be added to airline tickets, but this time the airlines aren't to blame.

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Despite Bitcoin's skyrocketing value and strong investor interest, some big banks on Wall Street are reluctant to enter the virtual currency's futures market. Wall Street Journal reporter Alexander Osipovich explains.

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The elimination of the state and local tax deduction in the Republican tax proposal could have an adverse effect on schools. Wall Street Journal reporter Michelle Hackman explains.

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Wall Street Reporter Laura Kusisto explains why buyers across nearly all groups pay in all cash, and details the pros and cons of doing so.

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Wall Street Journal reporter Kate Davidson details several amendments in the Senate version of the GOP tax bill that provide unexpected benefits for several industries, like cruise ships.

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Two exchanges in Chicago are set to launch Bitcoin futures. Wall Street Journal Reporter Alex Osipovich explains what that means for the future of the cryptocurrency.

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Wall Street Journal reporter Laura Saunders explains the battle over state and local tax deductions within the Republican tax proposal.

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Wall Street Journal reporter Paul Vigna explains what triggered Bitcoin's wild swings on Wednesday in which the virtual currency soared to $11,000 and finished the day at roughly $9,500.

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Wall Street Journal reporter James Mackintosh discusses the unusual current scenario of growth stocks strongly outperforming value stocks, as well as when value stocks are likely to rebound.

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Business lending has plunged to its lowest level since the beginning of 2011, despite strong economic indicators like low unemployment and a healthy third-quarter GDP. Wall Street Journal Reporter Christina Rexrode explains why that's puzzling economists.

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Holiday bonuses have increased this year, but the news isn't all good. Accounting Principals president David Alexander discusses the findings from his firm's Holiday Bonus and Hiring Survey.

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Scammers are ready to take advantage of consumers, especially during the holiday season. Cybersecurity expert and former CIA technology director Dr. Eric Cole explains how you can protect yourself from credit card scams and hackers.

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Minutes from the last policy meeting indicated that the Federal Reserve is on track for one more rate hike this year. But policymakers were also worried about persistently weak inflation. We get details from the Wall Street Journal's Harriet Torry.

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Major shopping centers are spending big to draw shoppers in and compete with online retailers this holiday season. Wall Street Journal Reporter Esther Fung explains just how much they're spending, and whether it's working.

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PayPal customers will soon be able to use their accounts to make contributions to Acorns Grow, an automated savings and investment service. Wall Street Journal reporter Peter Rudegair explains.

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We've mostly been talking about how Republican tax plans differ in the House and the Senate. But The Wall Street Journal's Laura Saunders explains why it's more important to look at overlap in the plans, to find out which proposals are most likely to pass.

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Should you forego turkey and family on Thanksgiving to get the best holiday season 'Doorbuster' deals, or is it wise to wait until Cyber Monday? DealNews's Janice Lieberman explains the best ways to strategize your initial holiday season shopping spree.

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The streaming service offers entertainment packages, without sports or news, starting at $16 a month. Philo hopes to appeal to audiences craving a la carte options.

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Despite spending $100 million on Chase Pay, JP Morgan is struggling to compete against other banks and tech companies who offer similar mobile payment programs. The Wall Street Journal's Emily Glazer explains why JP Morgan is having so much trouble.

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Special coverage of the Wall Street Journal's CEO Council: Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and WSJ Editor in Chief Gerard Baker discuss the GOP tax proposal and the impact on corporations. Mnuchin also comments on Fed chairman-nominee Jerome Powell as well as sexual misconduct allegations against U.S. Senate candidate Roy Moore.

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To say Bitcoin has had a volatile November is putting it lightly. The Wall Street Journal's Paul Vigna explains Bitcoin's latest loss of more than 25 percent after a dramatic run-up in recent weeks.

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We don't know how the tax code will change because Congress hasn't yet passed tax reform. But the Wall Street Journal's Laura Saunders says there are still ways that taxpayers can plan ahead for next year.

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A survey by CreditCards.com finds just a bare majority of Americans will buy a gift that costs at least 50 dollars this holiday season. And that frugality also includes many upper income households, according to Matt Schulz of CreditCards.com.

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