Wealth Creation
News, insights and expert analysis on wealth creation from the team at Kiplinger.
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I'm an Insurance Expert: Yes, You Need Life Insurance Even if the Kids Are Grown and the House Is Paid Off
Life insurance isn't about you. It's about providing for loved ones and covering expenses after you're gone. Here are five key reasons to have it.
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS Published
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My Professional Advice: When It Comes to Money, You Do You
This is how embracing the 'letting others be' and 'learning to surrender' mindsets can improve your relationship with money.
By Frank J. Legan Published
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Direct Indexing Expert Explains How It Can Be a Smarter Way to Invest
Direct indexing provides a more efficient approach to investing that can boost after-tax returns, but is it right for you?
By Mo Al Adham Published
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What Does It Really Take to Retire Rich?
With enough time and consistency, even an average income can lead to a wealthy retirement.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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Smiley Faces in Serious Places: Emoji Use Pops Up in Legal Battles Over Inheritances
Estate planning attorney notes how emojis are crossing over from casual conversation to litigation. What was once dismissed as 'just an emoji' is now carefully scrutinized.
By Mark R. Parthemer, JD, AEP, ACTEC Fellow Published
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When Downsizing, Does a Continuing Care Retirement Community Make Sense?
The idea that you'll never have to move again may sound tempting, but how about the costs? A financial planner explores the pros and cons of this style of retirement living.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Fortune Favors the Gold: Expert Highlights a Little-Known Game-Changing Investing Strategy
Rather than only owning gold bullion itself and investing in gold mining companies, consider adding gold royalty companies to your gold investing strategy.
By Michael Joseph, CFA Published
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An Expert's Guide to the Estate Planning Documents Everyone Needs
Estate planning is more than just writing a will. These are the documents you'll need in order to protect your family if you're seriously injured or worse.
By Leslie Gillin Bohner Published
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Three Financial Planning Tips for the LGBTQ+ Community From an LGBTQ+ Financial Adviser
In light of social and political uncertainties, it's crucial that LGBTQ+ individuals review their estate plans, manage cash flow and savings and plan ahead if they want to expand their family.
By Mindy Neira, CFP®, ChSNC® Published