Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Friday, Nov. 1

This change in reporting requirements will require third-party payment apps to send the IRS a 1099-K for earnings over $5,000 in 2024. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/earning-money-through

Here are some hints -- and the answers -- for Connections: Sports Edition No. 39 for Nov. 1 https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-nov-1-39/#ftag=

Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,231 for Nov. 1. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-nov-1-1231/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints, and the answers, for the Nov. 1 Strands puzzle, No. 243. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-nov-1-243/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 509 for Nov. 1. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-nov-1-509/#ftag=CADf328eec

Real relief from sky-high interest rates likely won't come until at least 2025. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/inflation-cools-in-september-but-dont-expect-another-jumbo-interest-rate-c

Best Buy is already dropping some early deals you can take advantage of now. Plus, here's everything you need to know to get ready for Best Buy's official Black Friday sale. https://www.cnet.com/deals