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There Is Beauty in Old Age: How Two Guys From the 19th Century Influenced Today’s Images of Aging
Aging for Beginners

There Is Beauty in Old Age: How Two Guys From the 19th Century Influenced Today’s Images of Aging

Adriane Berg | August 21, 2018

Who gives old people the most “modern” parts in plays and movies? Gilbert and Sullivan! Here’s how their portrayals teach us a thing or two today.

How to Give to Charity from Your IRA (And Avoid Taxes)
The Pay-Less-Tax Man

How to Give to Charity from Your IRA (And Avoid Taxes)

Edward Mendlowitz, CPA, ABV, PFS | August 20, 2018

You might be able to make non-taxable gifts to charity directly from your IRA—and get additional tax benefits at the same time. Here’s how.

Credit Freezes Are Now Free
Credit & Debt

Credit Freezes Are Now Free

August 17, 2018

Until now, consumers often had to pay $3 to $10 to each of the three major credit bureaus to freeze credit. Not anymore.

August 22, 2018 | Constellium N.V. | CSTM
Stock of the Week

August 22, 2018 | Constellium N.V. | CSTM

Thomas J. Sudyka, Jr. | August 17, 2018

This week’s Stock of the Week is set to take advantage of a growing demand for its product.

This Study Can Help You Find a Better Real Estate Agent
Buying & Selling

This Study Can Help You Find a Better Real Estate Agent

August 15, 2018

Whether you are a first-time home buyer or a repeat buyer can make a difference in which real estate firm can help you the most.

To Retire Successfully, Don’t Be Like These People
Retirement Planning

To Retire Successfully, Don’t Be Like These People

August 15, 2018

Making these financial mistakes could undermine your retirement.

August 15, 2018 | Sempra Energy | SRE
Stock of the Week

August 15, 2018 | Sempra Energy | SRE

Geoff K. Dancey, CFA | August 13, 2018

This week’s Stock of the Week is an energy company that’s well-diversified but working hard to stay lean.

When Funds Stumble
Mutual Funds & ETFs

When Funds Stumble

David Kathman, CFA, PhD | August 12, 2018

Today’s struggling funds are often tomorrow’s top-performing funds. Here’s why—plus 3 “cold” funds that could come roaring back.

The Asian Equation: These 3 Trends Could Mean Big Gains for Investors

The Asian Equation: These 3 Trends Could Mean Big Gains for Investors

Eric C. Moffett | August 9, 2018

Three Asian stock trends could mean big gains for investors. Here are the favorite Asian stocks of a top fund manager.

The Best State to Retire in May Surprise You
Retirement Living

The Best State to Retire in May Surprise You

August 8, 2018

The best state for retirement boasts a strong sense of community and no state individual income tax.

The Ideal Ages for Financial Milestones
Personal Finances

The Ideal Ages for Financial Milestones

August 8, 2018

What’s the right age for getting a car...buying a home...getting a credit card?

August 8, 2018 | Devon Energy Corporation | DVN
Stock of the Week

August 8, 2018 | Devon Energy Corporation | DVN

Michael Scanlon | August 6, 2018

This week’s Stock of the Week is an energy company that has taken a small hit for a healthier future.

Are You a Trustee of a Life Insurance Trust? Know Your Obligations!
Wealthy and Wise

Are You a Trustee of a Life Insurance Trust? Know Your Obligations!

Gideon Rothschild, Esq. | August 6, 2018

Being trustee of a life insurance trust is not just an honorary title—you really do have some key responsibilities that you must perform.

Stocks With Unequal Voting Rights Provide Advantages
Stocks

Stocks With Unequal Voting Rights Provide Advantages

July 31, 2018

Stocks of companies that give insiders more voting rights than outsiders tend to outperform.

College Discounts Are Negotiable
College Finance

College Discounts Are Negotiable

Beth V. Walker | July 30, 2018

Colleges’ official tuition numbers are just the starting point for negotiation. Here’s how to get the biggest tuition discount possible.