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Emergency Funds: Beat the Stress of Rising PricesAmericans' wallets are being stretched more than ever as prices rise. Adding an emergency fund to your financial plan could help you settle down.
By Tony Drake, CFP®, Investment Advisor Representative
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4 Household Expenses You Should Never Pre-Pay in RetirementYou might think locking in a rate saves you money, but financial flexibility is the real secret to keeping cash in your pocket for these bills.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Does Attorney-Client Privilege Protect Prospective Clients?A panicked man calling law firms for help feared that answering receptionists' questions about his reason for the call would compromise his privacy.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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Best CD Rates — Earn Up to 4.35%Savings Compare today's top CD rates and find the right account to help you earn a competitive return on your savings.
By Sean Jackson
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Your Old VHS Tapes Could Be Worth ThousandsIt might be time to dig out your old VHS tapes — rising demand is increasing their value by up to $25k.
By Vaishali Varu
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Can You Actually Get Paid to Care for an Aging Parent?Learn how to tap Medicaid or other programs for income in this week's Wealth Wise advice column. You may be able to balance caregiving with your career.
By Maurie Backman
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How to Use AI to Decode Confusing Medical BillsBefore you pay new medical charges, ask AI to audit your bill and explain the cryptic insurance jargon. It could find hidden errors, like it did for me.
By Mike Palmer, CFP®
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Lessons From a Self-Made Millionaire: My First $1 MillionLooking back, "I would have chosen memories over material purchases. I'd have taken my parents on vacations with me instead of driving a new Jeep."
By Joyce Lamb
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What to Do if Someone Hits Your Parked CarIf someone hits your parked car and leaves the scene, here's what to do, what insurance may cover and when filing a claim makes financial sense.
By Paige Cerulli
