WASHINGTON — Another major decision is set to be made about your money on Wednesday.
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The cost of borrowing is expected to increase again when the Federal Reserve raises interest rates.
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It is all an attempt to stop the rising cost of just about everything.
The Fed is expected to increase rates three-quarters of a point, which would be the same as June’s hike.
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That means for the average credit card balance of about $5,000, you would have to pay more than $280 in extra interest before it’s paid off.
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