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How to Use Your Estate Plan to Save on Taxes While You’re Still Alive!
How to Use Your Estate Plan to Save on Taxes While You’re Still Alive!
Upstream basis planning is a trust strategy that can save wealthy people on their capital gains taxes and income taxes associated with highly apprecia…
July 3, 2022
6 Ways Your Lawyer (and You) Can Screw Up Your Family Law Case
6 Ways Your Lawyer (and You) Can Screw Up Your Family Law Case
Nothing hits closer to home than divorce and child custody cases. When lawyers get involved, things can go horribly wrong if you make these six common…
July 2, 2022
Stock Market Today (7/1/22): Stocks Catch a Second Wind to Start Second Half
Stock Market Today (7/1/22): Stocks Catch a Second Wind to Start Second Half
Despite a dour ISM manufacturing index reading Friday, stocks broadly managed to pull themselves together and finish well in the black.
July 1, 2022
Protect Your Portfolio: 10 Defensive ETFs
Protect Your Portfolio: 10 Defensive ETFs
Want to prevent a further portfolio beating across the rest of 2022? These defensive ETFs can provide some market cover.
July 1, 2022
Is the Stock Market Closed for the Fourth of July in 2022?
Is the Stock Market Closed for the Fourth of July in 2022?
Independence Day falls on a Monday in 2022, so the bond and stock markets will enjoy a long holiday weekend. Here's a look at the markets' holiday hou…
July 1, 2022
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Kiplinger's Economic Outlooks
Kiplinger's Economic Outlooks
Regularly updated insights on the economy’s next moves.
July 1, 2022
Protecting Your Home from Lawsuits with a Dynasty Trust
Protecting Your Home from Lawsuits with a Dynasty Trust
An irrevocable dynasty trust can play a valuable role in keeping the valuable equity in your home safe from personal and business-related lawsuits.
July 1, 2022
The Best Way for Kids to Save Isn’t in a Boring Bank Account
The Best Way for Kids to Save Isn’t in a Boring Bank Account
What’s better? A Roth IRA! Here’s why.
July 1, 2022
Stock Market Today (6/30/22): S&P Suffers Worst First Half Since 1970
Stock Market Today (6/30/22): S&P Suffers Worst First Half Since 1970
The major indexes produced a familiar result Thursday, finishing in the red to close out a dreary first six months of the year.
June 30, 2022
Can AI Beat the Market? 10 Stocks to Watch
Can AI Beat the Market? 10 Stocks to Watch
An artificial intelligence (AI) system identifying high-potential equities has been sharp in the past. Here are its 10 top stocks to watch over the ne…
June 30, 2022
Hydrogen Stocks: Unstable, But Potentially Explosive, Too
Hydrogen Stocks: Unstable, But Potentially Explosive, Too
Green hydrogen is in its relative infancy, making related stocks quite volatile. But long-term investors can use that to their advantage.
June 30, 2022
Top Bear Market Tips from 10 Financial Advisers
Top Bear Market Tips from 10 Financial Advisers
When a bull market turns into a bear market, it can be hard to know what to do. Take comfort in the guidance of 10 financial professionals.
June 30, 2022
Crypto in My 401(k)? In One Way It Makes Sense, But on the Other Hand …
Crypto in My 401(k)? In One Way It Makes Sense, But on the Other Hand …
Don’t invest in Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies in your 401(k) just because it’s cool. Deciding whether to include cryptocurrency in your qualified …
June 30, 2022
Updating Your Estate Plan? Don’t Make These Top Mistakes
Updating Your Estate Plan? Don’t Make These Top Mistakes
You’re making the effort to stay on top of your estate plan. That’s great! Now don’t mess it up. Here is how to avoid five of the biggest blunders peo…
June 30, 2022
Stock Market Today (6/29/22): Markets Steady, But Bed Bath, Cruise Lines Tumble
Stock Market Today (6/29/22): Markets Steady, But Bed Bath, Cruise Lines Tumble
The calmest market day of 2022 wasn't nearly so pleasant for a few individual stocks, including retailer BBBY and cruise operator CCL.
June 29, 2022
The 6 Hottest NFT Projects to Know About
The 6 Hottest NFT Projects to Know About
The soaring popularity of non-fungible tokens has many investors flocking to NFT projects. Here are the six biggest ones in the space right now.
June 29, 2022
Is It Time to Leave Corporate America and Become a Consultant?
Is It Time to Leave Corporate America and Become a Consultant?
Before you make the jump to self-employment, investigate your options for saving for retirement, controlling your taxes and covering your insurance ne…
June 29, 2022
Stock Market Today (6/28/22): Weak Data Opens Trap Door Under Stocks
Stock Market Today (6/28/22): Weak Data Opens Trap Door Under Stocks
Slack in manufacturing data and low consumer confidence tanked early-session optimism and left the major indexes with deep losses Tuesday.
June 28, 2022
The 15 Best Growth Stocks for the Rest of 2022
The 15 Best Growth Stocks for the Rest of 2022
A sharp selloff in growth stocks this year creates opportunity for keen investors. Here are 15 top-rated picks to consider in the second half of 2022.
June 28, 2022
Economic Pain at a Food Pantry
Economic Pain at a Food Pantry
The manager of this Boston-area nonprofit has had to scramble to find affordable food.
June 28, 2022
5 Ways to Prepare for a Recession
5 Ways to Prepare for a Recession
The signs seem to be pointing in one direction these days, so if you’re worried about being ready for a recession, consider taking these five measures…
June 28, 2022
In What Order Should You Tap Your Retirement Funds?
In What Order Should You Tap Your Retirement Funds?
Should you go with your IRA first or your brokerage account? Pulling money haphazardly can have negative implications. Instead follow this road map fo…
June 28, 2022
Stock Market Today (6/27/22): Stocks Limp Out of the Starting Gate
Stock Market Today (6/27/22): Stocks Limp Out of the Starting Gate
Monday's session saw stocks give back a little territory from last week's rebound rally, but experts are seeing a few reasons to be optimistic.
June 27, 2022
5 Best Dow Dividend Stocks to Buy Now
5 Best Dow Dividend Stocks to Buy Now
This mini-portfolio of blue-chip dividend payers is well-positioned to both generate income and hold up to headwinds for the rest of 2022.
June 27, 2022
Micron Technology Earnings Expected to Show Strong Growth
Micron Technology Earnings Expected to Show Strong Growth
Our preview of the upcoming week's earnings reports includes Micron Technology (MU), Nike (NKE) and Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA).
June 27, 2022
Yours, Mine and Ours: A Checklist for Blended Family Finances
Yours, Mine and Ours: A Checklist for Blended Family Finances
When combining finances as a new family, there’s lots to consider. To make the best choices, here are six key areas to plan ahead and consider.
June 27, 2022