As a geriatrician who has spent 40 years treating older patients, Rosanne M. Leipzig, MD, PhD, hears the same question day in and day out—“Is...
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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How to Invest in FAANG 2.0
Low-cost exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are the best way to gain broad exposure to the market niches poised to outperform in the coming years… Fuel/Oil &...
The New FAANG 2.0
If you want to beat the stock market in coming years, stop hoping for Big Tech to return to its glory days. Behemoths that dominate...
The IRS Is Watching How You Give Money to Family
Taxpayers often act as if intra-family transactions are private, informal affairs free from any outside oversight—after all, spouses typically can transfer assets between themselves without...
Go Small for Big Bargains
Large-cap dividend-paying stocks typically produce better-than-average returns in volatile markets. But in 2022, the S&P 500 High Dividend Index was flat for the year versus...
The Golden Age of Unretirement
Football legend Tom Brady announced his retirement in February 2022, then announced his return to the sport in March. (Update: In January 2023, he announced...
SECURE Act 2.0 Is Here
Last year’s $1.7 trillion Congressional spending bill included dozens of new provisions that will alter how Americans handle retirement. What you may have missed in...
Investing Without Risk?
Some analysts are predicting a “lost decade” for stocks—meaning that by 2033, the market could wind up well below its current levels. But there is...
Four Insurance Secrets They Don’t Want You to Know
Americans spend more than $1 trillion every year to insure their health, their homes, their cars and more. And each year, many of those Americans...
The Secret Behind the “99”
We all know that retailers have lots of tricks up their sleeves to get us to buy more. In fact, we have reported on many...
Will Bond Funds Make A Comeback in 2023?
Bonds performed so poorly last year that investors wonder if they should own them at all. The total bond market as measured by the Bloomberg...
Is an Annuity a Bad Idea in Today’s Economy?
Annuities can provide steady, reliable income during retirement, but in today’s high-inflation environment, it may not make sense to annuitize your money. What you should...
