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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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What Happens to Credit Card Debt When You Die?
Consumers are often confused about what happens to their debt when they die, especially their credit card debt. The answer isn’t all that straightforward, so...
When Should You Apply for Social Security Benefits?
Social Security expert Martha Shedden has spent decades advising people how and when to file for their benefits. Last December, with her own 70th birthday...
CDs vs. High-Yield Savings Accounts
All the stock market and economic uncertainty this year means that you may want to hold more cash than usual. Fortunately, there are a few...
How Much Cash Should I Have on Hand?
Stashing cash in an emergency fund is a prudent way to avoid having to pull money out of less liquid investments at inopportune times. But...
Social Security Disability Payment Schedule for 2025
When people mention Social Security payments, they’re typically referring to retirement benefits—but the Social Security Administration (SSA) also operates the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)...
Investment Ideas: May 2025
Targeted Medicine Dan Perkins Tactile Systems Technology, Inc. (TCMD) makes medical devices for underserved chronic diseases, focusing on lymphedema and bronchiectasis. Each disease has a...
Protect Your Estate From Your Son- or Daughter-in-Law
Many older Americans have a secret when it comes to estate planning—they intend to leave their life’s savings to their children…just as long as their...
Can You Collect Social Security and Still Work?
Today’s high cost of living is encouraging many retirement-age people to remain in the workforce. But can you collect Social Security and still work full...
How Many Credit Cards Should You Have?
The Internet is full of articles recommending credit cards, but how many of those cards should be in your wallet? The average American has around...
Overlooked Trusts to Protect and Pass On Your Assets
You may be familiar with trusts as a way to avoid the inconvenience and public exposure of putting your estate through probate after you die....
Investment Ideas: April 2025
Transaction Tech Jack Newell Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (FIS) provides core processing for mobile and online banking, credit card and retail payments, electronic funds...
