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Is Inflation a Big Retirement Worry? How to Protect Savings
Concerns about how inflation eats into your resources or limits your ability to save sufficiently for retirement are real, but there are four things you can do to cope.
By Jason “JB” Beckett • Published
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Short-Term Financial Planning for First-Time Parents
A seasoned wealth adviser shares his experience with the financial planning he and his wife did for the arrival of their first bundle of joy.
By Kara Duckworth, CFP®, CDFA® • Published
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What to Look for in Bank Stocks After SVB
An expert analysis on what to look for in bank stocks after the collapse of SVB.
By James K. Glassman • Published
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Save Money With Solar Energy – Without Changing Your Roof
Learn more about community solar, projects that help save money with solar energy.
By Ellen Kennedy • Published
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Are Your Bank Deposits Safe?
Recent bank failures have unnerved savers, but your money is protected up to certain limits. Here’s what you need to know.
By Sandra Block • Published
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No Cash? No Problem
More and more Americans have abandoned paper money and coins, but there are risks to using peer-to-peer digital payments.
By Sandra Block • Published
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Why It’s Prime Time for Small-Company Stocks
Small-company stocks are cheap, and profits are rising.
By Nellie S. Huang • Published
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Stock Market Trading Hours: What Time Is the Stock Market Open Today?
Markets When does the market open? While it's true the stock market does have regular hours, trading doesn't stop when the major exchanges close.
By Michael DeSenne • Last updated
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Longevity: The Retirement Problem No One Is Discussing
Many people saving for retirement fail to take into account how living longer will affect how much they’ll need once they stop working. What should they do?
By Brian Skrobonja, Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) • Published
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Capital Gains Taxes Trap: How to Avoid Mutual Fund Tax Bombs
It’s bad enough when your mutual fund’s assets lose value, but owing unexpected capital gains taxes after those losses is doubly frustrating.
By Samuel V. Gaeta, CFP® • Published
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Why Investors Should Avoid Buying the Banking Sector Dip
Even though things appear to have settled after SVB's collapse, that doesn’t mean all is clear. Consider options like healthcare and consumer staples instead.
By Austin Graff, CFA • Published
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How to Decide Between a 1 or 5-Year CD
A look at the pros and cons of having a 1-year vs. 5-year CD account.
By Guy Anker • Published
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Four Sustainable Investments That Could Have a Positive Impact
As we celebrate Earth Day, consider doing some research aimed at transitioning to a more sustainable and responsible portfolio. These four companies are worth a look.
By Peter Krull, CSRIC® • Published
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12 Places to Retire If You're Sick of the Heat
places to live Some like it hot; others not so much. Here are the 12 best places to retire if you can't stand the heat.
By Stacy Rapacon • Last updated
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Saving vs. Investing: Which is Best?
Saving and investing are both key parts of a solid financial plan, so it's worth considering what is best for you.
By Guy Anker • Published
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All 30 Dow Stocks Ranked: The Pros Weigh In
blue chip stocks The Dow Jones Industrial Average comprises 30 blue-chip stocks that are tops in their industries. But some Dow stocks are better buys than others.
By Dan Burrows • Last updated
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In an Overpayment Scam, Your Bank Could Be a Thief’s Best Friend
One man learned the hard way that an overpayment scam can happen to anyone, but the even harder lesson might be that his bank did nothing to protect him.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. • Published
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Want to Do Board Service? Start the Search Before You Retire
Seasoned executives who want to shift to advisory and thought leader roles should evaluate motivations and skills and build a strong professional network.
By Anne deBruin Sample, CEO • Published
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The 15 Most Expensive Housing Markets in the US: Cities with the Highest Average Home Prices
real estate The most expensive housing markets in the U.S. have an average home price almost three times the national average.
By Dan Burrows • Last updated
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How Long it Actually Takes to Pay Off Student Loans
How long does it actually take to pay off student loans? For many, it takes as long as two decades.
By Erin Bendig • Published
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Should You Invest In a Retirement Community?
A look at the retirement community property market for investing in a 55+ community.
By Laura Vecsey • Published
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The 9 Best Vanguard Mutual Funds to Buy
mutual funds The best Vanguard mutual funds might cover a wide assortment of investing strategies, but they have two things in common: simplicity and cheap fees.
By Jeff Reeves • Last updated
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How to Lower Your Tax Bill Next Year
Knowing how to lower your tax bill (pay less taxes) when it's time to file your return next year requires some strategizing through the rest of 2023. Here are some tax tips to help make it happen.
By Katelyn Washington • Published
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Why Investing in Debt-Free DST Properties Makes Sense Today
Headlines about world-class real estate firms being forced to relinquish assets show the dangers of investing in leveraged real estate.
By Dwight Kay • Published
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Don’t Hand Your Retirement Income Planning Over to AI Just Yet
Some are saying artificial intelligence can replace human financial advisers, but even ChatGPT recognizes the value of experience, judgment and a beating heart.
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative • Published
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Best Marijuana Stocks to Buy: Cannabis Stocks for Investing
Kiplinger's Investing Outlook The best marijuana stocks have been put through the wringer for years. But with U.S. cannabis sales on the rise, these picks could finally have their day in the sun.
By Will Ashworth • Last updated
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10 Things You Should Know About Life Insurance
A collection of information about life insurance
By David Rodeck • Published
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Where AI Can Save Businesses the Most Money
Although there are concerns about AI, it could also help businesses work more effectively, especially in certain industries.
By Ben Demers • Published
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What is a Good Credit Score?
Having a good credit score can save you hundreds, even thousands of dollars on credit cards, mortgages and other loans.
By Ellen Kennedy • Last updated