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From expert advice on investments and budgeting to discussions about economic trends and retirement planning, these articles aim to equip readers with the knowledge they need to manage their personal finances, make informed monetary decisions, and otherwise navigate the complexities of the financial world. Whether readying savings for the future or maneuvering day-to-day costs, the insightful advice equips readers to take control of their fiscal picture and achieve economic stability.

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The Sun Is Setting On Certain Tax Laws
Taxes

The Sun Is Setting On Certain Tax Laws

Robert Carlson | June 11, 2024

Heads up! Higher taxes are coming, and the clock is ticking if you want to take steps to protect yourself.…

Alternatives to a Traditional Mortgage
Real Estate

Alternatives to a Traditional Mortgage

Greg McBride, CFA | June 11, 2024

Interest rates above 7% aren’t the only reason it’s unpleasant to shop for a mortgage these days. Based on the…

Make Sure Your Financial Advisor Is On Your Side
Personal Finances

Make Sure Your Financial Advisor Is On Your Side

Dana Anspach, CFP | June 11, 2024

Under federal law dating back to 1940, investment advisors are required to act in their clients’ best interests…so most of…

Yes, You Do Need Umbrella Insurance
Insurance

Yes, You Do Need Umbrella Insurance

Austin Jarvis, JD | June 11, 2024

Most of us have enough home and auto insurance coverage to protect our major belongings from accidents and damage. But…

What Canaries Can Tell You About theStock Market … and Which Ones Are Most Accurate Now
Investing

What Canaries Can Tell You About theStock Market … and Which Ones Are Most Accurate Now

Robert M. Brinker, CFS | June 11, 2024

Nobel Prize–winning economist Paul Samuelson once said, “The stock market has predicted nine out of the last five recessions.” His…

Indicator Companies to Follow
Investing

Indicator Companies to Follow

Elliott Gue | June 11, 2024

To see the big picture about where the economy and certain stock market sectors might be heading, it pays to…

Offbeat Stock Market Indicators
Investing

Offbeat Stock Market Indicators

Jeffrey A. Hirsch | June 11, 2024

To predict markets, investors turn not just to official government and business data but also to offbeat indicators that measure…

Maximum Contribution to a Roth IRA
Retirement Accounts

Maximum Contribution to a Roth IRA

Derek Burnett | June 4, 2024

Maximum contributions to a Roth IRA are limited, but change on an annual basis. Your contributions can rise too.

What are the Maximum Contribution to a 401K
Retirement Accounts

What are the Maximum Contribution to a 401K

Derek Burnett | June 3, 2024

The maximum contribution to a 401K determines how much you can stash away in a year to meet your retirement goals.

Roth IRA vs 401K: What is the Difference?
Retirement Accounts

Roth IRA vs 401K: What is the Difference?

Derek Burnett | June 2, 2024

When it comes to Roth IRA vs 401K you choose and IRA while your employer chooses a 401K. Both have advantages and disadvantages.

When Should You Take Social Security?
Social Security

When Should You Take Social Security?

Derek Burnett | June 1, 2024

You can take social security benefits early, but this leads to reduced payouts. You can also delay collecting social security for larger benefits.

How Much Money Do I Need to Retire?
Retirement Planning

How Much Money Do I Need to Retire?

Derek Burnett | May 31, 2024

There is no hard and fast rule to how much money you need to retire. Instead there are rules of thumb based on assumptions about cost of living.

How Long Will My Money Last in Retirement?
Retirement Accounts

How Long Will My Money Last in Retirement?

Derek Burnett | May 30, 2024

If your finances run dry in retirement, it won’t be easy. It's critical to have realistic ideas of how long your money will last in retirement.

Not All Inheritances Have to Be Equal
Estate Planning

Not All Inheritances Have to Be Equal

Jeffrey L. Condon, JD | May 24, 2024

Baby boomers are expected to pass along $73 trillion to their heirs over the next two decades. Conventional wisdom says…

New Reporting Requirement for Small Businesses
Personal Finances

New Reporting Requirement for Small Businesses

Martin Shenkman, CPA, JD | May 22, 2024

Effective this year, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires small businesses and entities to file ownership information with the Financial…