AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSavings Rates: Major banks’ CDs were offering up to 4.50% APY on Nov. 13, with terms from seven to 12 months. Compare rates and withdrawal rules before locking in your cash. Buy Now, Pay Later: A credit counselor warns that stacking installment plans can strain budgets, trigger overdraft fees and hurt credit if payments are missed. Treat each plan like a bill and count it in your monthly budget. Credit Card Debt: U.S. card balances have reached a record $1.29 trillion as everyday costs climb, adding pressure on borrowers and demand for debt counseling. Retirement Planning: Vanguard research finds about four in 10 retirees hold portfolios that may be too aggressive or too conservative for their stage of life. Building a withdrawal plan before retirement can help avoid costly allocation mistakes.
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