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Traditional IRA Basics: 10 Things You Must Know
Basics A traditional IRA can be a powerful retirement-savings tool but you need to understand contribution limits, RMDs, rules for beneficiaries under the SECURE Act and more.
By Jackie Stewart Last updated
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11 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Should Avoid Making
Medicare If you don't make the right choices, you could end up with high Medicare premiums and big out-of-pocket costs.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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7 Things Medicare Doesn’t Cover
Healthy Living on a Budget Medicare Part A and Part B leave some pretty significant gaps in your health-care coverage. But Medicare Advantage has problems, too.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Best Foreclosure Sites for Finding Properties
Making Your Money Last Wondering how to find foreclosed homes for sale for your next residence or to flip for a profit? These websites will guide you to foreclosures and real estate-owned properties to buy.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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What Is a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan?
retirement A 401(k) is a retirement plan sponsored by an employer that offers employees tax incentives to save money for retirement from their paychecks.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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What Is an ETF? 9 Things to Know About Exchange-Traded Funds
ETFs Exchange-traded funds are becoming a big part of the investor's toolkit. But what is an ETF and why are they so popular?
By Kyle Woodley Last updated
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Bonds: Everything You Need to Know
investing Bond yield, maturity, interest and price explained.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Snag a $900 bonus for opening a checking account.
Basics Want to get a bonus for opening a checking account? Just make sure you read the fine print.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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Bond Basics: Treasuries
investing Understand the different types of U.S. treasuries and how they work.
By Donna LeValley Published
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