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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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Your Biological Age vs. Your Chronological Age: What’s the Difference?
Personal Finances

Your Biological Age vs. Your Chronological Age: What’s the Difference?

Adriane Berg | April 9, 2018

Adriane Berg, founder of Generation Bold and author of Bottom Line’s Aging for Beginners blog, suggests that people check their…

Retirement: From Saving to Spending
Personal Finances

Retirement: From Saving to Spending

Adriane Berg | April 6, 2018

The Key to a Successful Retirement May All Be in Your Head!

The Myth of Tax Deferral
Personal Finances

The Myth of Tax Deferral

Adriane Berg | April 5, 2018

The “Great Myth of Tax Deferral” Can Take Money Away from Your Retirement Income

The Perfect Prenup

The Perfect Prenup

Raoul Felder, Esq. | April 4, 2018

Prenuptial agreements—contracts that specify how assets will be divided if a marriage ends in divorce—are no longer just for the…

Required Minimum Distributions
Personal Finances

Required Minimum Distributions

Adriane Berg | April 4, 2018

This Expert Shows You How to Pay Less Taxes on Your Retirement Accounts

Why Bird Watching is the Best Activity You Can Take Up as You Grow Older
Aging for Beginners

Why Bird Watching is the Best Activity You Can Take Up as You Grow Older

Adriane Berg | April 3, 2018

The rewards of bird watching are wide and deep, including healing, adventure, family fun, lifelong learning and even deepening your relationships.

Genetic Testing Could Torpedo Your Insurance
Insurance

Genetic Testing Could Torpedo Your Insurance

Lee J. Slavutin, MD, CLU | April 2, 2018

If you expect to apply for life insurance, disability insurance or long-term-care insurance, think twice about getting a DNA test.

An RMD Fund
Retirement Planning

An RMD Fund

Dana Anspach, CFP | April 2, 2018

To help you meet required minimum distributions, you consolidate all your IRA assets into the RMD fund corresponding closest to the date you turn 70 ½.

3 Big Challenges When Taking Over a Loved One’s Finances
Personal Finances

3 Big Challenges When Taking Over a Loved One’s Finances

Shirley B. Whitenack, Esq. | April 2, 2018

To assume responsibility for a loved one’s finances you need more than just a power of attorney. Here are common issues and how to tackle them.

5 Portfolio Moves to Make Now
Portfolio Strategy

5 Portfolio Moves to Make Now

Wes Moss | April 2, 2018

After years of low inflation, interest rates and stock market volatility, investors have begun to face greater challenges on all those fronts.

April 4, 2018 | Shire Plc | SHPG
Stock of the Week

April 4, 2018 | Shire Plc | SHPG

John Buckingham | April 2, 2018

This week’s Stock of the Week is a solid biotech company that treats common and uncommon diseases.

10 Tax-Smart Ways to Give Charitable Donations
The Pay-Less-Tax Man

10 Tax-Smart Ways to Give Charitable Donations

Edward Mendlowitz, CPA, ABV, PFS | April 2, 2018

Here are 10 ways to make charitable donations that will get you the largest tax deductions possible.

Encore Careers
Personal Finances

Encore Careers

Adriane Berg | April 2, 2018

Encore Careers: For Money and for Love

Snowbirding
Personal Finances

Snowbirding

Adriane Berg | April 1, 2018

Consider These 5 Things Before You Become a Snowbird in Retirement

Buying or Renting in Retirement?
Personal Finances

Buying or Renting in Retirement?

Adriane Berg | March 30, 2018

Find Out If It Is Better to Buy or Rent in Retirement