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Medicare Here's what you need to know about who gets charged and why, as well as when the fees can be waived.

By Rachel L. Sheedy

IRMAA is a surcharge added to your Medicare Part B and Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage premiums if your income is above a certain level. Here's what you need to know.

By Donna LeValley

World Cup ticket prices may be falling, but scammers are still cashing in. Here’s how to spot fake listings and protect yourself before kickoff.

By Sean Jackson

The answer depends on multiple factors, such as what your alternative investment options would be, whether you want to leave money to a beneficiary and more.

By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®

Quiz Take our 10-question quiz see if your hard-earned nest egg is truly protected from hidden liabilities, or if you are exposed to unexpected risks.

By Donna LeValley

The Letter As the financial fortunes of the wealthy diverge from everyone else, some businesses are poised to thrive, while others struggle with weakening sales.

By Jim Patterson

How can a couple get retirement timing "right" when one spouse comes from a long-lived family and the other doesn't?

By Maurie Backman

This tax-advantage savings account is perfect for students.

By Lisa Gerstner

Hopefully, life after work won't be a battle, but you'll need to be able to defend your position if old foes like inflation and volatile markets rise up against you.

By Michael B. Schwartz

Several factors besides demand push up the prices of products you love. Understanding what's going on behind the scenes can help you decide what to buy and when.

By David Abraham

It's never too early to discuss how to pay for long-term care — and as May is Older Americans Month, let's do it now, so you can rest easy in your golden years.

By Tony Drake, CFP®, Investment Advisor Representative

Beginner investors might wonder "what is a mutual fund?" Here, we answer that question and look at the pros and cons of investing in one.

By Kyle Woodley

You combine your housing wealth and lifetime annuities to help ensure that an average of three-quarters of your retirement income is not subject to market risk.

By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative

Read the contract first (and have it reviewed by a mechanic). Some third-party providers are selling coverage that might not be all that it's claimed to be.

By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.

careers Work remotely – really remotely – in these appealing destinations offering special visas for American workers.

By Sean Lengell

Don't let a medical emergency ruin your retirement. We explain why Medicare might not pay for cruise ship virus treatments and how to fill the coverage gap.

By Donna LeValley

Do you live in this New England state with the heftiest check? Your Social Security benefit can be affected by where you live.

By Donna LeValley

Compare your average Social Security check with others of your age, and plan for the future.

By Donna LeValley

Find out when you can expect your 2026 Social Security payments and the date you get paid when your scheduled day falls on a holiday.

By Donna LeValley

Berkshire Hathaway's holdings are a diverse set of blue chips and lesser-known growth bets. Here, we look at the stocks included in the equity portfolio.

By Dan Burrows

These retirement withdrawal strategies avoid tax and stock market pitfalls that can eat into your savings.

By Adam Shell

Yes, you can retire at 50 or 55. Take these FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) steps now.

By Jacob Schroeder

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You wouldn't retire without a financial plan. So why do most people retire without a "time plan"?

By Jacob Schroeder

Living in two cities as a snowbird has its challenges, but when you do it the right way, it's fun and affordable. Here's how to protect your wealth as a seasonal snowbird.

By Brian O'Connell

As concert cancellations rise, fans might need a backup plan before booking flights, hotels and expensive seats.

By Choncé Maddox

In our retirement advice column, Wealth Wise, we answer a reader's question about whether you should take a loan from an elderly parent without them knowing.

By Maurie Backman

Quiz Nvidia is the most valuable publicly traded company in the world. Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge of the AI bellwether.

By Karee Venema