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Yes, you can retire at 50 or 55. Take these FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) steps now.

By Jacob Schroeder

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You wouldn't retire without a financial plan. So why do most people retire without a "time plan"?

By Jacob Schroeder

Living in two cities as a snowbird has its challenges, but when you do it the right way, it's fun and affordable. Here's how to protect your wealth as a seasonal snowbird.

By Brian O'Connell

As concert cancellations rise, fans may need a backup plan before booking flights, hotels and expensive seats.

By Choncé Maddox

In our retirement advice column, Wealth Wise, we answer a reader's question about whether you should take a loan from an elderly parent without them knowing.

By Maurie Backman

Quiz Nvidia is the most valuable publicly traded company in the world. Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge of the AI bellwether.

By Karee Venema

You can't control the markets, so focusing on two areas closer to home — your spending and asset allocation — is the more realistic route to financial stability.

By Bill Schultheis

If you're considering a 1031 exchange after making a large capital gain from selling a property, stop and ask how it will affect your portfolio in the long term.

By Carl E. Sera, CMT

Unlike some retirees, you may not have had financial advice throughout your life to guide your decisions. But it isn't too late to benefit from it.

By Andrew Rosen, CFP®, CEP

Property Tax Looking for affordable Georgia living? These counties offer the lowest property tax bills in the state.

By Kate Schubel

Here's how to protect your credit health when no one else wants to.

By Sean Jackson

The Bank of Mom and Dad can be challenging — financially and emotionally. These tips pave the way.

By Diane Harris

You may think you'll pay less in taxes once you retire, but taxable withdrawals and Social Security can keep your tax bill as high as it was during your career.

By Gary Knode, CF2

While AI can expose flaws in banking systems, your own use of AI can also expose you to risk. Find out how to stay safe as the digital world gets more complex.

By Shane W. Cummings, CFP®, AIF®

Just because a financial pro is a celebrated "top producer" doesn't mean they're not simply a skilled salesperson whose compensation is tied to selling products.

By David Bromelkamp

Quiz Test your retirement tax knowledge with our short quiz.

By Donna Fuscaldo

Here's what science reveals about the hidden emotions that drive financial behavior — and how you can use them to build lifelong security.

By Chris Taylor

Airfare is climbing. Learn when to book flights and smart ways to save on tickets in 2026.

By Choncé Maddox

Who better to ask about retirement regrets than millionaires who've been there, done that? Here's what they wish they knew before entering their golden years.

By Joyce Lamb

"If we can do it, anyone can. We didn't do it by earning huge $$ or doing anything sexy. Just mundane, disciplined savings in mutual funds."

By Joyce Lamb

Sometimes a Roth conversion isn't right for you — or at least not right now. A financial adviser explains what you should consider before getting involved.

By Katie Woloshin Corsetto

Getting a raise is the perfect time to focus on building wealth, but only if you do these things before your "new" money vanishes into a shinier lifestyle.

By Anthony Martin

Driven by a recent spike in fuel and food prices, the 2027 Social Security COLA forecast has jumped to 3.9% — a significant increase over the 2026 raise of 2.8%.

By Donna LeValley

Basics A traditional IRA can be a powerful retirement-savings tool but you need to understand contribution limits, RMDs, rules for beneficiaries under the SECURE Act and more.

By Jackie Stewart

The massive SpaceX IPO is almost here, with Elon Musk's space exploration and satellite company expected to start trading next month.

By Karee Venema

Forecasts The Fed suggests that it is not likely to cut rates further unless the jobs market weakens more.

By David Payne

retirement You can convert an IRA to a Roth no matter how old you are. But if the conversion boosts your income, it could have tax consequences.

By Kimberly Lankford