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No Social Security Tax Cuts in Trump’s 'Big Bill'? What Retirees Need to Know
Tax Policy Eliminating taxes on Social Security benefits is missing from President Trump’s proposed tax overhaul. Here’s why and what an alternative offering could mean for retirement taxes.
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How to Cut Your Auto and Home Insurance Bills This Year
Protecting your car and home with insurance is getting a lot more costly. Use these tips to minimize the pain of rising premiums.
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What is the IRMAA (Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount)?
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.
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Should You Get Earthquake Insurance?
Standard home insurance doesn’t cover earthquakes, but paying extra for earthquake insurance isn’t just for Californians.
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The Best European Stocks to Buy
European stocks are cheaper than their U.S. counterparts, and there are plenty of high-quality companies to choose from. Here's how you can find them.
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Best No-Penalty CD Rates: Lock in Rates Over 4%
No-penalty CDs give you the best of both worlds. You'll earn a healthy rate of return with the ability to take some withdrawals throughout the term.
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What to Do and What Not to Do When Markets Get Turbulent
Follow these tips and strategies to help you navigate investing turbulence.
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What to Know About Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS)
Understanding what Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) are and how to use them in a portfolio.
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Want to Avoid IRMAA? Consider a Roth Conversion
If you make above a certain income, expect to pay more for Medicare, unless you take steps to lower your income. Here's how.
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How Private Capital Could Be the Key to Rebuilding America
Private capital investment in infrastructure could be a more efficient and effective alternative to government funding, potentially stimulating the economy during uncertain times, creating jobs and delivering projects on time and within budget.
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Real Estate Bridge Funds: An Expert Guide to Investing in a Volatile Market
Investors looking for passive income are buying into these funds, which offer capital to borrowers for short-term financing.
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Manage an Inheritance Like a Pro in Just Seven Steps
inheritance How you handle an inheritance is key. A bequest could change your life, but don’t quit your day job.
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A Guide to the Best and Worst States to Visit on Your Road Trip This Summer
Planning a summer road trip? Here are the best and worst states to add to your route, according to a new report.
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If You'd Put $1,000 Into Google Stock 20 Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Today
Google parent Alphabet has been a market-beating machine for ages.
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Best Dividend ETFs to Buy Now
ETFs Are you a set-it-and-forget-it income investor? These dividend ETFs generate cash through a variety of long-term strategies.
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The True Costs of Owning a Second Home
What to consider before buying a vacation home, including mortgages, insurance, taxes, and upkeep.
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What is the 80% Rule in Homeowners Insurance?
The 80% rule in homeowners insurance says to receive full coverage, homeowners must have coverage costing at least 80% of their home’s total replacement cost value.
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Five Roth IRA Pitfalls Your Adviser May Not Tell You About
Heffalump traps may be imaginary, but Roth IRA pitfalls are very real. They could upend your retirement if you're unaware of them.
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Nine Ways Seniors Can Save on Car Insurance
Seniors tend to pay more for car insurance, but these discounts and strategies can help you keep rates down.
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I'm 52 with $2.1 million in retirement savings: Can I afford a second home?
Buy a second home now, or wait until retirement? It depends.
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The Riskiest S&P 500 Stocks Right Now
Buyer beware: These are five of the riskiest stocks in the S&P 500 at the moment, based on one measure of volatility.
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Bill Bought a Fridge, and Then His Nightmare Began
A Lowe's customer reached out to me after he encountered the retailer's 48-hour return window for major appliances when his brand-new fridge turned out to be defective.
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Savvy Marketing Tips for Financial Pros From a Financial Pro
These strategies for marketing, client acquisition and retention can help financial professionals elevate their business and production.
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Cruise Insurance and Crime at Sea: Are You Covered for the Unexpected?
Understand how to protect your cruise investment from crime, chaos and the unexpected at sea.
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13 Home Features That Add Value and Speed Up a Sale
home Thinking about selling your house? Here are 13 home features potential buyers crave right now.
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Taste the Nation: Five James Beard Award–Winning Restaurants Worth Traveling For
From coastal kitchens to mountain towns, these celebrated restaurants don't just serve meals — they anchor destination-worthy trips for food lovers.
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The Nine Key Milestone Ages In Retirement
These nine milestone ages mark your eligibility for significant retirement benefits, including catch-up contributions and required actions, such as taking RMDs at age 73.
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Raising the Social Security Retirement Age to 69? How it Would Affect You
Workers have two choices if the full retirement age ever increases to 69. Work longer or collect less.
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Employee Stock Options: Understanding the Benefits and Risks
The dream of employee stock options includes realities of time, paperwork and market forces.
