Co-signing on a mortgage might seem like a way to help a family member buy a home in this difficult market. But many parents who...
Financial
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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Filial Responsibility Laws Could Disrupt Your Estate Plans
In 29 US states, “filial responsibility laws” hold adult children responsible for their parents’ long-term care costs. Here’s what to know… How it works: These are...
Forever Chemicals
One of the largest environmental cleanups is underway. Since the 1940s, man-made polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been used to fortify products from carpeting to nonstick...
Cash Yields and Taxes
Savers reveling in 5% yields on cash in money-market funds got a rude surprise this past April—they owe ordinary income tax on that income…as high...
The Best Turnaround Stocks Now
Top investment manager Bruce Kaser, CFA, doesn’t get excited about investing in artificial intelligence or chasing red-hot tech stocks. He’d rather pick through the stock...
The Sun Is Setting On Certain Tax Laws
Heads up! Higher taxes are coming, and the clock is ticking if you want to take steps to protect yourself. Many components of the 2017...
Alternatives to a Traditional Mortgage
Interest rates above 7% aren’t the only reason it’s unpleasant to shop for a mortgage these days. Based on the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Mortgage Credit...
Make Sure Your Financial Advisor Is On Your Side
Under federal law dating back to 1940, investment advisors are required to act in their clients’ best interests…so most of us assume that these advisors...
Yes, You Do Need Umbrella Insurance
Most of us have enough home and auto insurance coverage to protect our major belongings from accidents and damage. But what about the other guy’s...
What Canaries Can Tell You About theStock Market … and Which Ones Are Most Accurate Now
Nobel Prize–winning economist Paul Samuelson once said, “The stock market has predicted nine out of the last five recessions.” His wry observation was intended to...
Indicator Companies to Follow
To see the big picture about where the economy and certain stock market sectors might be heading, it pays to follow certain “indicator” companies. Elliott...
Offbeat Stock Market Indicators
To predict markets, investors turn not just to official government and business data but also to offbeat indicators that measure popular trends. Problem: These indicators rely largely...
