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Retirees, Go Ahead and Spend a Little (More)
Investor Psychology Successful savers have prospered by living below their means. Frugality often becomes a preference—sometimes to an excessive degree.
By Anne Kates Smith • Published
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Don't Fall Into the Diversification Trap
Investor Psychology Researchers discovered that, when it comes to investment fees, diversification efforts can backfire.
By Anne Kates Smith • Published
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3 Things You Should Always Ask a Financial Adviser
Financial Planning When looking for the right person to help you manage your money, you need to vet your options thoroughly.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA • Last updated
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Keep Health Care Out-of-Pocket Costs in Check
insurance We asked patient advocates who focus on helping consumers with their medical bills to share some secrets.
By Nellie S. Huang • Last updated
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What We Can Learn from Target-Date Funds
investing These one-decision investments can teach you to stick with your investing strategy and remain calm no matter what's happening in the markets.
By Anne Kates Smith • Last updated
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To Save More, Tap Into Your Emotions
Investor Psychology Objecs that have special meaning to you could be the key to identifying your savings goals.
By Anne Kates Smith • Published
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Don't Step Into These Saving Traps
Investor Psychology Some behavioral biases seem tailor-made to foil retirement savers. But their ill effects are smaller for those who are aware of them.
By Anne Kates Smith • Last updated
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How Should Couples Merge Their Finances While Still Maintaining Financial Independence?
spending Share your best advice with fellow readers.
By the editors of Kiplinger's Personal Finance • Last updated
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The Psychology of a Market Bubble
Investor Psychology The best defense against a bubble is a well-diversified portfolio. That helps ensure that losses in one sector or asset class won’t sink you overall.
By Anne Kates Smith • Last updated