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The Pros and Cons of Target Date Funds with Tony Drake
Financial Planning The simplicity of target date funds has made them popular, particularly among 401(k) savers. But investors may be paying a price.
By David Muhlbaum Published
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Oh Unlucky Heirs with Tim Steffen
Financial Planning Just because you’re in the will doesn’t mean you’re sitting pretty. Also: Does October deserve its scary reputation for stocks?
By David Muhlbaum Published
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A Simple Portfolio Is All You Need
Financial Planning It’s possible to build wealth with only a few funds—or even just one.
By Adam Shell Published
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Trading Options for Your 401(k)
Employee Benefits About 40% of companies offer self-directed brokerage accounts in their 401(k) plans, giving participants more investing options.
By Sandra Block Published
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Nontraditional Options Let IRA Investors Crank Up the Risk
Financial Planning You can invest your retirement savings in everything from cryptocurrency to penny stocks. But that doesn’t mean you should.
By Sandra Block Published
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A New Fund to Hedge Inflation
Becoming an Investor Horizon Kinetics Inflation Beneficiaries ETF, introduced in January, offers some tools to battle inflation.
By Kyle Woodley Published
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Don't Give Up on Small-Cap Stocks
Becoming an Investor Small caps can still attract investors. These stocks offer undeniable value.
By James K. Glassman Published
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Coming Soon to an ETF: Your Favorite Fund Manager
Becoming an Investor Some portfolio managers are bringing their star power to exchange-traded versions of their funds. Also, four “nontransparent” ETFs to keep your eye on.
By Nellie S. Huang Published
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Spend Without Worry in Retirement
Financial Planning Fears of running out of money prevent many retirees from tapping the nest egg they’ve worked a lifetime to save. With these strategies, you can generate enough income to pursue your retirement dreams.
By Sandra Block Published
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