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Keller Williams settles Batton homebuyer commission lawsuit for $20 million

Nearly two years to the day since Keller Williams settled the home seller commission lawsuits, the firm has announced a settlement with the Batton homebuyer commission lawsuit plaintiffs. The company announced its settlement agreement on Monday. As part of the nationwide settlement agreement, Keller Williams will pay $20 million. The firm did not disclose any […]

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Retirement accounts become emergency funds as financial stress rises

Long-term retirement accounts are increasingly serving as sources of emergency funds as American workers confront rising costs and persistent financial anxiety, according to multiple recent studies. Surveys from Allianz Life Insurance, Payroll Integrations and F&G Annuities and Life show Americans cutting back on retirement contributions and tapping savings meant for later life to cover immediate

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Fewer Medicare Advantage plans could create tough choices for senior homeowners

Rising health care costs, paired with minimal rate growth for Medicare Advantage plans, could accelerate insurer withdrawals from states and counties nationwide, potentially disrupting coverage options for millions of older Americans. Several of the nation’s largest insurers — including UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Elevance Health and Humana — have already scaled back Medicare Advantage offerings in 2026

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