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Money

Building community and wealth for Black Minnesotans

Building community and wealth for Black Minnesotans

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Repa Mekha, CEO of Nexus Community Partners, about his path from prison to university, and his life's work building wealth and wellbeing for Black Minnesotans.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Pension shortfall leaves many Minnesota Catholic school, church employees in limbo

Pension shortfall leaves many Minnesota Catholic school, church employees in limbo

Current and retired employees of some Catholic schools and dioceses in Minnesota learned that their pension fund operated by Illinois-based Christian Brothers Services is facing a massive shortfall. In St. Cloud, it’s causing worry and uncertainty.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Near record high gold and silver prices make coin and jewelry exchange shops busy

Near record high gold and silver prices make coin and jewelry exchange shops busy

The Olympic Gold and silver medals some Minnesota athletes are pursuing are worth more than ever this winter, thanks to skyrocketing gold and silver prices. While the prices have dropped somewhat from record highs reached in late January, they’re still much higher than a year ago, as uncertainty about the economy drives investors towards more stable options.
by Noah Bloch

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As 2026 begins, Minnesotans offer mixed takes on the economy

As 2026 begins, Minnesotans offer mixed takes on the economy

Minnesotans’ economic pictures are a mixed bag at the start of the year, with some experiencing rising costs and shrinking savings, while others are enjoying a strong stock market.
by Tadeo Ruiz Sandoval

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What to do about rising home insurance costs

What to do about rising home insurance costs

Property taxes, groceries and home insurance costs are all on the rise for Minnesotans. “Insurance is getting more expensive because the cost of repairing homes is getting more expensive,” said Julia Dreier, deputy commissioner of insurance for the Minnesota Department of Commerce. She recommends reviewing your policy carefully.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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'It's hurting people': Minneapolis city official suggests alternatives to property tax increases

'It's hurting people': Minneapolis city official suggests alternatives to property tax increases

Property taxes are on the rise as commercial values decline in downtown areas, shifting the financial burden to homeowners. Steve Brandt, president of the Minneapolis Board of Estimation and Taxation, said increases property taxes every year is not sustainable and offered alternatives.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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