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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Should you invest in gold? Find out directly from Scott Travers, gold and rare coin expert and author of The Insider’s Guide to US Coin Values.
Although senior discounts have been disappearing at some businesses, plenty are still around if you know where to look. Here are dozens of good ones.
Many “frontier” markets offer cheaper valuations and stronger growth than developed and emerging markets. Here are three of the best stocks.
Deciding how your assets will be distributed after your death can be especially fraught for individuals who remarry. Here are 8 helpful strategies.
The young, little-known companies that Laird Bieger picks for the mutual fund he co-manages like to shake things up a lot.
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Tax issues with a second marriage are much more complex than with a first marriage. Planning beforehand can save a lot of time, worry and money later.
IRAs are fraught with tax traps and complicated transfer rules, making the unaware subject to unexpected and potentially high taxes and penalties.
These 14 investment mistakes can be very costly tax-wise. Use these strategies to avoid or minimize your taxes from investing transactions.
If an ID thief has opened a credit card in your name, you will have to take quick steps to stop this fraud.
There’s a type of auto insurance, called GAP coverage, that you don’t need no matter how hard a dealer pushes it.
Don’t expect some popular stocks to “split” despite sky-high share prices…and don’t assume that a split would make their shares even more attractive.
As retail and energy have plunged, a handful of companies in those two sectors don’t deserve to see their share prices continue to suffer.
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