NewsWatch: The hottest housing markets of 2020 are far from the coasts

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Home buyers next year are expected to flock to smaller, more affordable cities, according to Realtor.com. See full story.

Here’s proof that 401(k) plans are not working for most Americans — can you guess who they ARE working for?

The country’s in the midst of a savings crisis as families use every penny to cover rising home costs, nosebleed student loan debt and everything in between. And it’s only getting worse, except for those at the top of the wealth pyramid. See full story.

UPS is at risk as shrinking delivery times and smaller packages disrupt business model

United Parcel Services Inc. stock slid Wednesday, after BMO downgraded the stock and said the rise of e-commerce is disrupting the delivery business as more parcels go to residential addresses than businesses, squeezing profit for the incumbents. See full story.

I’m looking for safe, friendly cities to retire abroad on $2,500 or less a month. Where should I retire?

Eight options — from cities in Thailand, Portugal, Italy and more — to consider. See full story.

You call this a trade deal?

The phase one trade deal with China cannot possibly serve U.S. interests. See full story.

MARKETWATCH PERSONAL FINANCE

Different types of income are treated differently. See full story.

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