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Retiring With $500,000 to $5 Million? You Need A New Plan
Retirees with $500,000 to $5 million in assets need a different approach to keep their house and cover ever-increasing health care expenses, including long-term care, without taking too much risk and paying too much in taxes.
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative
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Common Oil & Gas Investing Mistakes and How to Stay Focused
The nature of energy markets exacerbates unhelpful behaviors. Understanding the psychology of oil and gas investing can help you make smarter decisions.
By Jay R. Young
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Fee-Only Financial Advice: Do You Really Know What It Means?
How does fee-only financial advice differ from fee-based or commission-based advice? Knowing the difference is a critical step toward receiving unbiased help.
By David Bromelkamp
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Dow Cuts 1,277-Point Drop as Trump Tames Energy Threat: Stock Market Today
Tuesday's price action was volatile as market participants reacted to the escalating conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
By Karee Venema
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Best Defensive ETFs to Protect Your Portfolio
ETFs The best defensive ETFs can help ease investors' worries about volatility across the stock and bond markets by prioritizing stability over aggressive profit-making strategies.
By Tony Dong, MSc
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Why You Should Have Defensive Stocks in Your Portfolio
Defensive stocks are worthy additions to any well-rounded portfolio, providing investors with stability in an uncertain market. Here's how they do it.
By Mark R. Hake, CFA
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The Best Aerospace and Defense ETFs to Buy
The best aerospace and defense ETFs can help investors capitalize on higher defense spending and hedge against the potential of a large-scale conflict.
By Tony Dong, MSc
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The I-Bond Rate Until November Is Mildly Attractive. Here's Why.
Investing for Income The current I-bond rate, set in November, is active through April 2026. It presents an attractive value, if not as attractive as in the recent past.
By David Muhlbaum
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How to Find Your Pet Insurance Sweet Spot
Considering the potential for high vet bills, pet insurance can help you relax a bit over the health of your furry friends. Here's what to look for in a policy.
By Martin Baker, CFP®, CEPA®
