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Money

How to cut costs, pay down debt and save more money in 2024

How to cut costs, pay down debt and save more money in 2024

The new year is a great time to update your budget, say financial experts. Here's what you can do to curb your spending, save for emergencies and keep your investments on track.
by Marielle Segarra and Audrey Nguyen

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Want to qualify for free college? Start with FAFSA, which comes out in December

Want to qualify for free college? Start with FAFSA, which comes out in December

Minnesotans looking to pursue higher education in 2024 are facing big changes with the rollout of a new FAFSA, expanded access to financial aid, and new, statewide free-tuition programs for some Native Americans and lower-income students. 
by Feven Gerezgiher

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Is your college degree worth it? This tool from DEED can tell you

Is your college degree worth it? This tool from DEED can tell you

Have you ever wondered if your college degree was worth the money? The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development is trying to answer that question with a new tool.
by Gracie Stockton and Cathy Wurzer

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Minnesota students head back to school while much of the state sees sweltering heat

Minnesota students head back to school while much of the state sees sweltering heat

Hundreds of thousands of Minnesota students headed back to school Tuesday amid a sweltering end to summer for much of the state.
by Tim Nelson, Elizabeth Shockman and Dana Ferguson

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Money tips for young adults   

Money tips for young adults   

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Washington Post personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary and MPR News senior economics contributor Chris Farrell about the daunting money challenges facing young adults and early habits that build financial success.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Housing prices around Twin Cities stay flat

Housing prices around Twin Cities stay flat

Housing prices in the Twin Cities were flat in July, according to newly released data, and the numbers of homes listed and sold were lower compared to the same month in 2022. 
by Matt Mikus

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