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Buy Now, Pay Later — Opportunities and Pitfalls
While buy now, pay later apps and services are new to consumers, borrowing money has been around for ages. BNPL services make it easier to buy the things you want — and sometimes need — right away. Check out what to consider when localizing the story.
The New Trend in Weddings ... Less is More
What would you do with $30,000? Put a down payment on a new home? Pay off those student loans? Save for your kids' college funds? Splurge on a new car? Take a look at this story that's easy to localize.
How to Report on Employment in the US
There is a wealth of jobs data beyond the headline numbers in the BLS monthly jobs report. If reporters look beyond those headlines, and deep into the BLS data, they’ll find dynamite for good reporting on the job situation in America. Learn more about all the places you should be looking.
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Financial Terms Dictionary
In partnership with Investopedia, explore a glossary of financial terms to increase understanding and ease in explaining terms to audiences.
Exceptional Examples
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As Property Values Rise In Atlanta, So Does The Exploitation Of Black Homeowners​
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Nebraska Schools Tackle Financial Literacy
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NEFE Resources
Native Community Members' Opinions of the Financial Services Sector
Student Loans and Financial Stress in the United States
Levels of Trust in Financial Institutions: A Comparison Based on Public Awareness