Latest articles by Rivan V. Stinson
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Beirut Explosion: Avoid Charity Scams
personal finance With the recent explosion in Beirut kicking off calls for aid, beware of scammers trying to take advantage.
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How to Avoid a Charity Scam
personal finance Scammers never quit, even when you're trying to be altruistic. But you can avoid getting duped if you do your homework.
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Understanding Tax Planning
tax planning The importance of tax planning goes beyond keeping cash out of Uncle Sam’s hands. You’re also preparing yourself for a secure retirement. Here are a couple of tax planning tips that are easy to do.
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This Olympian Has a New Goal: Closing the Wealth Gap
Financial Planning She encourages advisers to introduce students to financial planning.
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10 Ways to Save On Your Cell Phone Plan
family savings We’ve rounded up 10 techniques to cut expenses on both your cell phone plan and your device.
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Millennials Face Their Second Recession
Making Your Money Last Forty percent of millennials say the pandemic will likely cause them to delay payments on their debts. Does that include you? Time to take action.
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Vote by Mail: A State-by-State Guide to Absentee Ballot Voting
Politics With health authorities recommending people continue to social distance, the idea of voting by mail is becoming an increasingly hot topic.
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This Doctor Will Heal Your Portfolio
investing A physician turned financial planner says the coronavirus is an opportunity for you to tackle “fixable risks.”
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16 Ways to Get Your Finances in Better Shape for the New Normal
how to save money With some states slowly opening back up their economies while others extend shelter in place orders, you may have lots of free time on your hand even if you're working from home.
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How Much Can You Contribute to a SIMPLE IRA for 2020?
simple IRA The maximum amount workers at small businesses can contribute to a SIMPLE IRA for 2020 is $500 higher than it was for 2019.
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How Much Can You Contribute to a 403(b) for 2020?
retirement Teachers and nonprofit workers can contribute $500 more to their 403(b) retirement savings plan in 2020 than they could in 2019. Plus, the catch-up contribution has increased, too.
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How Much Can You Contribute to the Thrift Savings Plan for 2020?
retirement Federal workers and military personnel can save more in their TSP retirement accounts in 2020.
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Retirement Savings for the Self-Employed
retirement If you don’t have access to a retirement plan through your employer, you have other options.
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15 Cheap Late Fall & Winter Dates
spending Date nights — even for married couples who may not be trying to impress — can be expensive.
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If You Need a Real ID, Visit the DMV Soon
Travel 2020 is the year Real ID goes into effect for air travel. So having a star on your license will become more important if you don’t have a passport.
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How Teens Can Start Investing Through a Roth IRA
retirement By beginning to invest in a Roth IRA at an early age, today’s teens can become tomorrow’s millionaires.
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A REIT Fund Checks Out of Hotels
investing Real estate stocks are sizzling. But TIAA-CREF Real Estate Securities is playing defense.
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Protecting Your Privacy in the Wake of FaceApp
Technology Revelations about FaceApp have rekindled debate over how to protect your data.
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Giving to Charity When You're on a Budget
Budgeting Don’t forget that your time has value, too. Volunteering is the best way to see if you like how the charity is run.
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How to Find Buyers for Your Baseball Card Collection
business The first step to selling baseball cards is finding out the value of what you own.
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Waterville, Me: A Smart Place to Retire
retirement Retirees have access to ample extracurricular activities including music, sports and arts in this Maine town along the Kennebec River, home to Colby College.
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Oberlin, Ohio: A Smart Place to Retire
retirement Stellar health care options, affordable living and engaging community activities make this Ohio town a great choice for retirees.
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Olympia, Wash.: A Smart Place to Retire
retirement Enjoy the tax-friendly city's wine trails and college courses.
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States Step in to Boost 401(k) Savings
retirement Some states are providing a savings option for workers without an employer-sponsored plan.
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