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Social Security: What Is the First Year of Retirement Rule?
Social Security: A vital American institution that provides crucial financial support during retirement. Yet, delving into the intricacies of Social Security benefits can feel like deciphering a complex book with…
Read MoreSuper-rich Americans are giving up on the stock market, holding historic levels of cash — here’s why and what they’re plowing their wealth into
America’s super-rich are making significant shifts in their investment strategies, with high net worth individuals now holding over 34% of their portfolios in cash, the highest level since 2002, according…
Read MoreA Tax Break Worth the Hassles
The 2017 tax overhaul changed the landscape for charitable deductions, leaving millions without key tax benefits for their donations. However, a growing group of seniors can still enjoy significant advantages…
Read MoreSocial Security’s Problem Is Growing. This Plan to Fix It Deserves a Look.
While presidential candidates discuss preserving Social Security, the real question lies in how to address its looming financial crisis. With the trust fund facing depletion in a decade and a…
Read MoreThe Wines Sommeliers Would Never Order At A Restaurant
Choosing wine from a restaurant menu can be nerve-wracking. Should you opt for a familiar region or take a leap into the unknown? Perhaps the second-cheapest is your safe bet.…
Read MoreOpinion: Buying this annuity guarantees that you’ll lose out on big money
Is buying life insurance a lousy investment? It might be. But there’s something even worse: qualified longevity annuity contracts (QLACs). These annuity contracts offer guaranteed income but with a twist.…
Read More‘We nailed it’: Dave Ramsey made the right call on US real estate last year — but is he right again about the current housing market? Here’s what the financial guru is predicting now
Still haunted by the memories of the Great Recession’s housing crash? Discover how the echoes of the 2008 subprime mortgage meltdown are reverberating in today’s housing market turmoil.” Enjoy this…
Read More4 Dangerous Assumptions That Could Hurt Your Retirement Plan
Remember Felix from ‘The Odd Couple’ teaching us to ‘never assume’? Well, when it comes to retirement planning, it’s no laughing matter. Incorrect assumptions can spell trouble down the road.…
Read MoreWhy You Should Always Print Your Boarding Pass
Window or aisle? Carry-on or checked bag? The travel choices are endless, and that includes how you handle your boarding pass. While mobile boarding passes are convenient, airline insiders recommend…
Read More46% of 401(k) investors are clueless about their investments, CNBC survey finds. That’s not always bad
Surprising fact: Nearly half of 401(k) investors are in the dark about their investments. However, this may not be a bad thing. Many employers automatically enroll workers into these plans,…
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