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The 25 Most Expensive Cities to Live in the US
From metro areas on both coasts to the middle of the Pacific Ocean, these are the most expensive cities to live in the U.S.
By Dan Burrows
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Are Your Retirement Savings on Track at Ages 55 to 60? Take Our Quiz
Find out if your retirement savings are on track with our quick quiz.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The 5 Trusts You Need to Understand
You can use these trusts to cement your legacy, organize your estate and limit your exposure to estate and gift taxes.
By Donna LeValley
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Early Retirement Withdrawal Strategies for the Long Haul
Your early retirement withdrawal plan can make or break your FIRE strategy. Think beyond financial independence to how you will maintain a stable portfolio.
By Jacob Schroeder
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3 Questions to Determine if a Roth Conversion Will Actually Save You Money
Don't let a Roth conversion backfire. Learn the 3 questions every investor needs to ask about tax brackets, liquidity and asset allocation before making the move.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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How Football and Annuities Can Defend Against Risk in Retirement
Football can teach retirement investors a lot about managing risk. And if predictions of a markets slump are accurate, one strategy will be particularly useful.
By Phil Simonides, CFP®
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4 Retirement Risks Business Owners Often Overlook
Retirement can be hard for business owners who've tied up their net worth — and sense of purpose — in one company. Find out how to make your exit successful.
By David Lukas, Investment Adviser Representative
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Six Changes to Social Security in 2026
Big changes come to Social Security every year, impacting everything from the size of your benefit check to your full retirement age. Here's what you need to know.
By Donna LeValley
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Take a Sabbatical Over Early Retirement for a Cheaper Reset
A sabbatical can help you get over burnout, explore a new career or hobby and won't break your retirement if done right.
By Jacob Schroeder


