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5 Key Insights We Learned From 50 First-Time MillionairesWe've published more than 50 profiles of regular people sharing how they made their first $1 million. Their stories are rich with helpful insights.
By Joyce Lamb
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How a 48-Year-Old Higher Ed Director Reached Her First $1MThe best part: "Not losing any sleep over how to pay for retirement and then knowing I have enough time for compound interest to (make me) a multimillionaire."
By Joyce Lamb
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4 Ways to Keep Wedding Costs from Ruining Wedded BlissWedding season is approaching, and as the cost of getting married soars even higher, here are four ways to ensure the big day doesn't lead to years of debt.
By Lawrence Sprung, CFP®, CEPA®
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The Basics of Estate PlanningIf you have a will or trust, congratulations. But you’re not done with estate planning.
By Sandra Block
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The I-Bond Rate Until November Is Mildly Attractive. Here's Why.Investing for Income The current I-bond rate, set in May, is active through October 2026. It presents an attractive value, if not as attractive as in the recent past.
By David Muhlbaum
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One Financial Detail That Can Cost You After a DivorceDivorce does not separate credit card debt. Here is what can follow you and how to protect your credit.
By Choncé Maddox
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The Hidden Costs of the Fed's Rate PauseThe Federal Reserve didn't cut rates. While this benefits savers, learn how it impacts you when you need to borrow money.
By Sean Jackson
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How to Watch Formula 1 RacingF1's new streaming home, a packed global schedule and smarter ways to watch.
By Carla Ayers
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Why 'Business as Usual' Financial Advice Isn't Enough Right NowWe're used to hearing "stay invested" when the economy falters. But in an increasingly chaotic world, "focus on what you can control" may be more helpful.
By Max Kulyk, CRPC®, CSRIC™
