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Financial Fact vs Fiction: Why Your 'Magic Number' Isn't Actually Magical
Do you think you're diversified if you're invested in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq? Do you think your tax rate will fall in retirement? Think again — and read on for other myths that could be leading you astray.
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Opportunity Zones: An Expert Guide to the Changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill
The law makes opportunity zones permanent, creates enhanced tax benefits for rural investments and opens up new strategies for investors to combine community development with significant tax advantages.
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Five Ways Retirees Can Keep Perspective Through Market Jitters
Market volatility is a recurring event with historical precedents (the dot-com bubble, global financial crisis and pandemic), each followed by recovery. Here's how people who are near or in retirement can navigate economic uncertainty.
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Most Changes to HSAs in the One Big Beautiful Bill Did Not Make the Final Cut
HSAs were set to get a glow-up in the House version of the OBBBA. Unfortunately for most retirees, the final bill did not include many of the benefits proposed by the House.
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The Best Financial Stocks to Buy
Financial stocks play a critical role in the economy and are a key component of any well-rounded portfolio.
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How We Found This List of the Best REITs to Buy Now
Real estate investment trusts, or REITs, are a special class of stocks known for their high dividend yields. Here's how to find the best ones to buy.
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The Best 3-Year CDs of 2025
Savings Our top 3-year CDs help you earn returns as high as 4%.
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10 Unique Ways To Save Money Shopping With Amazon
Amazon offers a lot of value if you know where to look. We'll show you hacks that can help you save on big purchases and everyday items.
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Sam's Club Takes On Amazon Prime With Big Summer Savings — But Is It Worth Joining?
With longer sales and seasonal deals, Sam's Club is making a strong case for summer value. Here's how to save.
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When Will Social Security and Medicare Run Out of Money?
Social Security and Medicare trust funds, which help pay benefits, are projected to run dry. What will happen then?
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Trump's Megabill Includes an 'Unprecedented' Private School Voucher Tax Credit
Tax Credits The so-called ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ is now law, and one provision calls for a major tax break for private school donors.
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When Is Amazon Prime Day? Everything We Know, Plus Top Deals
Amazon Prime Amazon Prime Day is four days this year. Here are the key details you need to know, plus some of our favorite deals to shop during the sale.
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The Retirement Rule of $1 More
The Rule of $1 More explains how to plan for critical retirement thresholds. Because "you don't want to step off a cliff just because of $1 more."
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The Best Value Stocks to Buy
Value stocks can be defined differently depending on who you ask. Here, we look at ways to measure valuation and how investors can find the best value stocks.
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The Best Growth Stocks to Buy
Growth stocks can create significant returns for investors, but what are they and how do you find the best ones? We take a closer look here.
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Average 401(k) Match: Do You Work for a Generous Company?
Here is the average 401(k) match and the top 20 companies as measured by their match policies. A generous 401(k) match provides a more secure retirement.
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Should You Start a 'Trump Account' for Your Child?
"Trump Accounts" for kids is part of the One Big, Beautiful Bill that was just signed. Look at if it's worth it for your children.
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I'm a Financial Strategist: This Is the Investment Trap That Keeps Smart Investors on the Sidelines
Forget FOMO. FOGI — Fear of Getting In — is the feeling you need to learn how to manage so you don't miss out on future investment gains.
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Can You Be a Good Parent to an Only Child When You're Also a Business Owner?
Author and social psychologist Susan Newman offers advice to business-owner parents on how to raise a well-adjusted single child by avoiding overcompensation and encouraging chores.
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Nine Things You May Not Know About Social Security
Even if you’ve been collecting benefits for years, you may have more to learn.
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How Advisers Can Steer Their Clients Through Market Volatility (and Strengthen Their Relationships)
Financial advisers need to be strategic when they communicate with clients during market volatility. The goal is to not only reassure them but to also help them avoid rash decisions, deepen your relationship with them and build lasting trust.
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The Standard Deduction: What You Need to Know for 2025
Tax Breaks Most people claim the standard deduction on their federal tax return instead of itemizing deductions. How much can you claim?
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Is Amazon Prime Worth It?
Membership comes with many perks to benefit shoppers. However, with the rising costs, is Amazon Prime worth it?
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Best No-Penalty CD Rates: Lock in Rates Over 4%
If you're searching for the best no-penalty CD rates, these top finds earn you returns as high as 4.34%.
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10 Reasons You Don't Want to Retire in Florida
retirement An overabundance of boomers, critters, sweat and weirdness. Welcome to the dark side of the Sunshine State.
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California Tax Guide 2025
State Tax Explore California's 2025 state tax rates for income, sales, property, retirement, and more. Learn how California compares nationwide.
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Five Reasons You Shouldn't Shop on Amazon Prime Day
Smart Buying Is Amazon Prime Day still a good deal? We'll break it down.
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Six Signs It's Time to Retire
Thinking about retiring in 2025? See if any of these six signs ring true
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Amazon Outlet: The Secret to Finding Overstock Deals Online
Amazon Prime At Amazon Outlet, shoppers can get up to 70% off housewares, tech, automotive, jewelry, shoes and more.
