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Lost Medicaid? What to do next to keep getting your prescription medications

GoodRx provides information on what you need to know about accessing the prescription medications you need if you no longer have Medicaid coverage.

LegalZoom explains that the U.S. Small Business Administration provides free business counseling, SBA-guaranteed business loans, home and business disaster loans, and federal government contracting resources.

The Narwhal offers updates on the proposed expansion of the coal mine in Alberta, Canada, near Jasper National Park, and the public concern surrounding it.
Managing your money

5 steps businesses should take now to meet Europe’s new accessibility rules

AudioEye breaks down what the European Accessibility Act means and the five steps businesses should take to avoid fines and get compliant with new requirements for online businesses in the European Union.

Where cost of living increased and decreased most

SmartAsset compared relative cost of living data across 240 U.S. cities between 2023 and 2024 to identify places where costs are changing most suddenly.

Saving through an energy-efficient home

Wealth Enhancement looks at several strategies you can adopt to save money through an energy-efficient home.

How to start investing in real estate

TurboTenant walks you through common ways to begin investing in real estate, covers the pros and cons, and gives you the tools to add this asset class to your investment portfolio.

How creators influence every stage of the customer journey

CreatorDB shares that building an effective influencer marketing strategy is no longer about one viral moment, it’s about long-term connection across the digital customer journey.

What are the environmental benefits of using oil-free compressors?

Quincy Compressor explains the environmental benefits of using oil-free compressors compared to the traditional models.

How much can renters save by switching from a car commute to using public transit?

Point2Homes calculates that with a monthly income of around $4,000, the average U.S. renter household would save the equivalent of nearly two months’ salary by choosing public transit over commuting by car.

Why you're wasting money on your meds: The truth about generics, brands, and prescription discounts

SaveHealth explores the distinctions between brand-name and generic drugs, outlines the financial advantages of generic alternatives, and demonstrates how using a prescription discount card can offer lower prices than insurance.

Nearly a third of Americans aren't filling their prescriptions because of high costs

GoodRx ran a 12-month survey to better understand the dynamics that shape prescription medication fills and consumer behavior, and found affordability, access issues, and drug shortages prevent many people from actually filling prescriptions.

7 things businesses that have mastered their cash flow do (and how you can start, too)

Square Inc reports seven effective strategies for businesses to master cash flow, based on a survey of 240 business owners.
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Leaders: Stop trying to fix it all

ACT Leadership says that fixing everything isn't leadership, and that the number one trap it sees leaders fall into is the seduction of fixing—especially in fast-moving environments where speed signals competence and hesitation can be mistaken for incompetence.

Tax alpha: Boost investment returns through strategic tax planning

Range explains how tax alpha strategies can add 1%-1.5% to investors' annual after-tax returns without increasing risk.

What's that racket? 4 car noises you shouldn't ignore

CheapInsurance.com encourages drivers to listen for car noises that can help diagnose a potential problem before it becomes a serious emergency situation.

The guide to accounting automation: How AI accelerates month-end-close

Brex explains how businesses can apply accounting automation to handle routine financial tasks, freeing accountants to focus on more valuable work like analysis, strategy, and business partnership.
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