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What Will the Fed Do at Its Next Meeting?
The Federal Reserve is set to resume its rate-cutting cycle at the next Fed meeting.
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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StubHub IPO: Should You Buy STUB Stock?
The highly anticipated StubHub IPO is right on our doorstep, with the online ticket marketplace expected to start trading this week.
By Karee Venema Last updated
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The Most Tax-Friendly States for Investing in 2025 (Hint: There Are Two)
State Taxes Living in one of these places could lower your 2025 investment taxes — especially if you invest in real estate.
By Kate Schubel Last updated
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Don't Disinherit Your Grandchildren: The Hidden Risks of Retirement Account Beneficiary Forms
Standard retirement account beneficiary forms may not be flexible enough to ensure your money passes to family members according to your wishes. Naming a trust as the contingent beneficiary can help avoid these issues. Here's how.
By Patrick M. Simasko, J.D. Published
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This Is How Life Insurance Can Fund Your Dreams Now
Beyond a death benefit, life insurance can provide significant financial value and flexibility through 'living benefits' while you are still alive, helping with expenses like education, business ventures or retirement.
By Kevin Brayton, MBA Published
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Potential Trouble for Retirees: A Wealth Adviser's Guide to the OBBB's Impact on Retirement
While some provisions might help, others could push you into a higher tax bracket and raise your costs. Be strategic about Roth conversions, charitable donations, estate tax plans and health care expenditures.
By Grant Dorhout Published
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This Is What You Really Need to Know About Medicare, From a Financial Expert
Health care costs are a significant retirement expense, and Medicare offers essential but complex coverage that requires careful planning. Here's how to navigate Medicare's various parts, enrollment periods and income-based costs.
By Stephen B. Dunbar III, JD, CLU Published
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One Small Step for Your Money, One Giant Leap for Retirement
Saving enough for retirement can sound as daunting as walking on the moon. But what would your future look like if you took one small step toward it this year?
By David Booth Published
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I'm a Financial Planner: Could Partial Retirement Be the Right Move for You?
Many Americans close to retirement are questioning whether they should take the full leap into retirement or continue to work part-time.
By Tony Drake, CFP®, Investment Advisor Representative Published