Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Jan. 10, #109

In today's unaffordable housing market, are 7% rates here to stay? https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/2025-mortgage-rate-forecast-heres-why-you-shouldnt-bet-on-lower-rates-this-year/#ftag=CADf328ee

There's still time to grow your money, but rates are expected to fall even further. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/top-savings-rates-remain-over-4-apy-but-not-forever-todays-savings-rat

The NFL playoffs kick off Saturday afternoon with an AFC clash between the conference's top Wild Card team and the AFC South champs. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/nfl-wild-card-weeke

Lock in a high APY now to maximize your returns. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/dont-miss-your-chance-to-score-up-to-4-65-apy-todays-cd-rates-jan-10-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

With the 2025 tax season opening this month, Free File could be just what you need to get your taxes done early -- and for free. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/free-file-opens-today-how-t

If you don't know your blood type, you're not alone. However it is important medical information to know, and here's how you can find it. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/dont-know-blood-type-you-s

The IRS is moving forward with its new 1099-K tax reporting change. Here's what that means for you. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/did-you-earn-money-on-paypal-venmo-or-cash-app-last-year