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How to Add Treasury Bonds, Bills and Notes to an IRA
investing If you are wondering how to add Treasury bills, bonds and notes to an IRA, there are ways to do so.
By Lisa Gerstner
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Do Global Funds Have a Place in Your Portfolio?
investing A global fund provides exposure to U.S. and foreign stocks, including shares of companies in emerging markets.
By Nellie S. Huang
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Pushing the FDIC $250,000 Limit
insurance If your bank or credit union balance exceeds the limit, you can still be covered by FDIC insurance with planning.
By Sandra Block
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What Being an "Authorized User" Does to Your Credit Score
credit & debt An adult child's credit score may dip–or even rise–after he or she is removed as an authorized user of a parent's credit card.
By Lisa Gerstner
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Why Stocks Are Best Held in a Roth IRA
stocks Holding stocks in a Roth IRA makes the most of this tax-free account's features.
By Eileen Ambrose
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How Long You Must Wait to Make Penalty-Free Withdrawals After Converting to a Roth IRA
savings The timing of converting money from a traditional IRA to a Roth can affect how long you must wait before you’re allowed to withdraw money without penalty.
By Brendan Pedersen
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How to Use a Grandparent’s 529 Account to Reimburse College Expenses
529 Plans Through timely withdrawals and good recordkeeping, a grandparent’s 529 college-savings plan can help families recoup money spent on college.
By Kaitlin Pitsker
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How to Find the Right Online Bank for You
savings The higher interest rates offered by online banks sure are tempting, but do your research first.
By Miriam Cross
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What Grandparents Need to Know About Using Savings Bonds for a Grandchild’s Education
Tax Breaks It’s not easy, but grandparents can avoid a tax bill when redeeming savings bonds to pay for a grandchild’s college costs.
By Lisa Gerstner
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