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Financial advisor and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Maggie Johndrow explains what you need to know.

The U.S. is dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, a worker shortage and soaring prices. NBCLX Political Editor Noah Pransky breaks down what’s causing these complex issues, and what the Biden White House is able to do about them.

Financial Advisor and Partner at Johndrow Wealth Management Maggie Johndrow shares tips on how to be best prepared for next year.

The Economist Intelligence Unit recently released its list of the world’s most expensive cities, based on prices for over 200 goods and services in that city. Hosts Eric, Jobeth and Nik Z show us which pricy city they’d like to live in most, and EIU’s Ana Nichols tells us more about how the rankings are calculated.

If you owe federal student loans and you haven’t checked out repayment plans or your new loan servicer, time is ticking. Those plans can help you avoid a payment if you don’t have income – and meanwhile Washington continues to debate student loan relief, CNBC’s Sharon Epperson explains.

The District of Columbia attorney general alleges the hotel chain “advertises room prices … without any intent to sell them for the price advertised.” NBCLX Political Editor Noah Pransky explains.

There are shortages at some grocery stores because of a lack of packing materials like aluminum and cardboard, plus production delays, says Oklahoma State University professor Rodney Holcomb. Holcomb is optimistic things will improve – and says our host Eric Alvarez doesn’t need to panic-buy all the Lunchables to make lunch for his kids.

According to the National Association of Unclaimed Property, one in 10 Americans has money or property they don’t even know about. Here’s how you can locate forgotten funds and use escheatment to bring them back to life – and into your wallet.

The Federal Reserve is reviewing the ethics policies that cover the financial holdings of its senior officials in the wake of disclosures that two regional Fed presidents engaged in extensive trading last year.

Financial Advisor Maggie Johndrow explains the answers.

Not all reviews are created equal. Some are scientific but others come from people paid to talk about the product or who receive it for free. Here’s some background that will help you know how to spot a good review the next time you buy.

Not too long ago, people went to the store and once they found a product, if they had any questions about it, they had to ask someone who worked in the store. But today’s shoppers outsource this skill to total strangers. We just read the reviews.

The latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that consumer prices are on the rise. John Rosen, an adjunct professor of economics at the University of New Haven, sat down with NBC Connecticut’s Dan Corcoran to discuss why we’re paying more for some everyday goods.

Connecticut doesn’t require financial literacy courses for students in the state, but lawmakers are considering changing that. In the meantime, you can become financially literate for free thanks to a program from the Community Renewal Team of Greater Hartford.

Financial Advisor Maggie Johndrow explains what to check in on as we get into the second half of 2021.

The hundreds of dollars a month from child tax credit payments could go a long way – you could use it for expenses now or even prevent credit card debt during the holiday season. Personal finance expert Catherine Alford discusses the options.

Certified Etiquette Educator Karen Thomas explains.

The world’s supply chains were not built to factor in major delays. Shortages and price spikes are the result.

From wood to computer chips, consumers are facing shipping delays and price spikes because of shortages and other supply chain issues. NBCLX Storyteller Eric Rodriguez explains why the world’s supply chains were unable to weather the pandemic.

Interest rates take the elevator up, and the stairs down. CNBC’s Bertha Coombs explains how changes in the interest affect saving money for a down payment and when you should get a mortgage for a home.