The longest government shutdown in U.S. history ended on November 12, 2025. This article looks at the bill that ended the shutdown, issues that are unresolved, and estimates of the economic impact.
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Considering some important issues now could provide more options in the event of early retirement.
Homeownership can still be an attainable goal, but it may take more planning, flexibility, and creativity than it did in the past.
Knowing your likely life expectancy is an important factor in making long-term financial plans.
Use this calculator to estimate how much income and savings you may need in retirement.
Estimate the future value of your current savings.
Estimate of the maximum amount of financing you can expect to get when you begin house hunting.