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A 'Trust Reveal' Isn't the Way to Transfer Wealth — This Is
Wealth transfer isn't about dramatically revealing the size of an inheritance. It's about communicating your story and preparing heirs to uphold shared values.
By Jessica Andrews
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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?
By Elaine Silvestrini
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529 Plan Contribution Limits for 2026
Each state sets 529 plan contribution limits, which range from $235,000 to slightly more than $600,000..
By Kathryn Pomroy
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8 Facts You Need to Know About Stock Market Corrections
Markets Scary as they are, drawdowns are a normal part of the investing process. Having a financial plan in place and sticking to it is every investor's best friend.
By Dan Burrows
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The 25 Best No-Load Mutual Funds You Can Buy
mutual funds The key to building wealth over the long term is buying high-quality, no-load mutual funds run by seasoned stock pickers. Here are our favorites.
By Nellie S. Huang
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Concentrated Company Stock: Don't Wait Forever to Diversify
Holding too much company stock can be disastrous — as Silicon Valley Bank and Kodak employees learned the hard way. The key is to diversify as soon as you can.
By Peter Newman, CFA
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The 12 Travel Tips Every Retiree Needs to Know
Traveling in retirement is a dream for many people. Here are 12 practical tips to help make that dream a reality
By Daniel Bortz
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The 'Rule of Four Futures' in Retirement
The "Rule of Four Futures" plans for the retirement you expect — and the ones you don’t.
By Jacob Schroeder
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5 of the Safest Vanguard Funds to Own
The safest Vanguard funds can help you through a volatile market by adding stability to your portfolio at low cost.
By Kyle Woodley




