Latest articles by Eileen Ambrose
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Documents that Parents and College Students Need
college Here are a few documents that families will need if parents are to remain involved in the medical and financial affairs of a child who has reached adulthood.
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The Benefits of Being FIRE-ish
retirement You can adapt the Financial Independence, Retire Early movement to fit your lifestyle.
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Live Well Without Running Out of Money in Retirement
Making Your Money Last These money-generating tactics will help retirement savers enjoy their golden years without stressing over cash.
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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.
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A Break on Inherited IRAs Could Disappear
retirement Congress takes aim at the so-called stretch IRA.
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Claim Social Security at the Right Time
retirement Retirees are forfeiting an average of $111,000 per household by filing for benefits early.
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Savannah, Ga.: A Smart Place to Retire
retirement This city’s well-known historical district offers plenty of fascinating museums and local traditions.
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When to Fire Your Adviser
investing Here are six signs that the relationship with your financial professional is not working.
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Smart Ways to Give (or Lend) Money to Family
spending Keep good records, and don’t hand over money you can’t afford to lose.
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What to Do If You Have to Retire Early
Making Your Money Last Life throws you a curveball, and you end up leaving the workforce earlier than planned. Here’s what to do next.
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How to Avoid Required Distributions from a Roth 401(k)
retirement Rolling a Roth 401(k) into a Roth IRA can eliminate required distributions for investors who want their money to continue to grow tax-free.
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Retiring to Become a Caregiver
Caregiving Know your options and resources to help you in your new role.
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How to Make a Million (or More!)
business Four success stories — and guidance on how you, too, could reach this milestone.
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FIRE Savers Race to Retirement
retirement The Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement is catching on with a new generation that is redefining what it means to be retired.
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Expect Aftershocks From the Government Shutdown
Economic Forecasts The next concern: Economists worry that lawmakers will fail to reach a debt-ceiling deal.
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Managing a Financial Hardship: Real Life Stories
Financial Planning If you get laid off or are hit with a major household expense, do you have enough saved to help cover expenses? Here’s how three people were able to cope.
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Annuities Pitched With a Free Dinner? Be Wary
investing When a financial adviser invites you to a free meal, complicated, high-cost flavors of annuities are often on the menu.
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Countdown to Retirement
retirement For a smooth ride to retirement, take these financial steps when you have 10 years, five years and one year to go.
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Countdown to Retirement: 1 Year Away
retirement For a smooth ride to retirement, take these financial steps when you one year to go.
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Countdown to Retirement: 10 Years Away
retirement For a smooth ride to retirement, take these financial steps when you have 10 years to go.
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Countdown to Retirement: 5 Years Away
retirement For a smooth ride to retirement, take these financial steps when you have 5 years to go.
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To Save More, Imagine Your Retirement
retirement Now make your dreams come true by saving more in your tax-advantaged plans.
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Estate Planning: A Family Affair
savings Use our guide to save on taxes, avoid probate and keep peace among your heirs.
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Lawmakers Want to Help You Save More in Your 401(k)
savings Legislation to encourage retirement savings is on deck in Congress, but critics says it’s nowhere near ambitious enough.
