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EMPOWERING FAMILIES WITH FINANCIAL PLANNING
Through her pro bono work, this CFP provides free help with budgeting, saving and more.
THE ALLURE OF SHOULDER SEASON TRAVEL
SHOULDER season can be a great time for a vacation.
A TOOL 10 ADD 10 YOUR ID THEFT ARSENAL
Credit-monitoring services can help you detect fraud quickly.
Give the Gift of Life Insurance
Show your love for your sweetheart by protecting against disaster.
WATCH OUT FOR NUDGES THAT STEER YOU TO TRADE TOO MUCH
ANYONE who has shopped for groceries with a toddler knows to be on high alert for the impulse items the store has thoughtfully placed at a child's eye height.
Lessons for Retirement Success
CHRISTINE Benz is director of personal finance and retirement planning for Morningstar and author of How to Retire: 20 Lessons for a Happy, Successful, and Wealthy Retirement (see a related podcast at Morningstar .com).
GET THE RIGHT ADVICE IN RETIREMENT
If you've saved up a decent-size nest egg with a financial services firm, chances are good it has offered you financial advice-for a price. Is it worth it?
SHIELD YOURSELF FROM FRAUD
RECENTLY, one of my clients shared a harrowing experience.
CHECK YOUR COLLEGE'S FINANCIAL HEALTH
Declining enrollment has forced a growing number of small colleges to shut down.
ESTATE PLANNING - Protect Your Wishes and Your Legacy
NO one likes to imagine getting seriously ill, injured or worse, but these occurrences are a reality of life.
Aim for the Middle of the Curve
THE interest rate picture is clearing up, and so is my judgment as to where to find the most reward for the least risk.
How to Hedge Against Tariffs
In keeping with the newly elected president's motto of \"promises made, promises kept,\" Donald Trump can be expected to boost tariffs on imports in the coming months.
IS A LOST DECADE AHEAD FOR STOCKS?
Some Wall Street strategists foresee stagnant returns, but not all agree.
THE PROS AND CONS OF PRIVATE DEBT
Acting as banker to nonpublic companies can be lucrative for intrepid investors.
CASH IN ON THE INFRASTRUCTURE - BUILDING BOOM
Consider these stocks and funds to make the most of the U.S industrial renaissance.
FREE (OR CHEAP) COLLEGE COURSES FOR RETIREES
Across the country, retirees can take advantage of free (or close to it) college courses for older residents at various public and private institutions.
WHAT TO DO WITH UNUSED GIFT CARDS
According to a recent Bankrate survey, 43% of Americans have at least one unused gift card sitting around and following the December holidays, you may find yourself among them.
BITCOIN GETS A POST-ELECTION BOOST
Donald Trump's victory in the presidential election has been a boon for bitcoin.
CALENDAR FEBRUARY 2025
Today is Valentine's Day.
MEDICARE PART B PREMIUMS TO RISE 6% IN 2025
But out-of-pocket costs for Part D prescription drugs will be capped at $2,000.
CONFRONTING THE CHALLENGES FACING THE U.S.RETIREMENT SYSTEM
Many still lack access to a workplace retirement plan.
HOW THE SECOND TRUMP TERM COULD AFFECT YOUR FINANCES
Income tax cuts are likely to be extended, but electric vehicle tax credits could disappear.
Show You Care With Smart Planning
WHEN I assigned an article on estate planning for our February issue, I wasn't thinking about wrapping it into a Valentine's Day theme; it's not a topic that sparks thoughts of romance.
HOW INFLATION ADJUSTMENTS WILL AFFECT YOUR TAXES
We looked at IRS rules for 2025 on everything from tax brackets to how much you can save in retirement accounts.
GUARD AGAINST IDENTITY THEFT IN THE NEW YEAR
Scammers are getting better at impersonating legitimate businesses.
SHOULD YOU BUY PET HEALTH INSURANCE?
You can fend off big veterinary bills with a policy that covers your furry companion.
THE LOWDOWN ON BUYING A VACATION HOME
If you return to a beloved destination again and again, purchasing a home there may be a smart move-but don't overlook the costs and effort that go into it.
HOW COUPLES CAN MANAGE DIFFERING RETIREMENT TIME LINES
Staggered retirement is increasingly common, but it can create financial and emotional challenges.
AVOID THESE CREDIT MISSTEPS
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT WORKING FOR YOURSELF
Whether you're looking for a side gig or planning to start your own business, it has never been easier to strike out on your own.