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Gas-Saving Tips That Actually Work
These are gas-saving tips that will actually work for you and your car this year.
By David Muhlbaum Last updated
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What To Take On A Plane For A More Luxurious Trip
Air travel isn't exactly relaxing. But if you know what to take on a plane, any seat can be luxurious.
By Becca van Sambeck Last updated
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10 Worst Things to Keep in Your Wallet
Scams Storing a spare key, your passport book or card or any other important item in your wallet leaves you open to identity theft — or worse.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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Apple Card Review: Should You Get One?
The Apple Card delivers up to 3% cash back and other benefits to the Apple faithful. But Apple loyalists should also consider competing cards.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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Is a Phased Retirement Right for You?
Want to keep working, just not as hard? A phased retirement may just be the answer.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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Four Tips to Make Your Sales Presentation a Winner
Being prepared and not being boring can go a long way toward persuading a potential customer to buy into what you’re offering.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published
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What Is an IPO?
investing Investors wanting to know "what is an IPO" will need to understand their potential risks and rewards.
By Tom Taulli Last updated
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What to Put in a Safe Deposit Box
home These valuables and documents, along with some items you hold dear, should be stored securely at your bank.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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The 6 Best Books on Investing
investing These six books will help you be a better investor.
By Coryanne Hicks Last updated
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How to Start Investing In the Stock Market: A Beginner's Guide
Learning how to invest in the stock market can be overwhelming, but this guide provides some first steps for newbies.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA Last updated
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Things You’ll Regret Keeping in a Safe Deposit Box
savings Locking up certain important documents and valuables in a bank vault could turn into a headache for you or your heirs.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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10 Most Tax-Friendly States for Retirees
Taxes in Retirement If you’re looking for the best place to retire, you may want to consider one of these most tax-friendly states for retirees.
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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How to Find a Financial Adviser
Choosing the right financial adviser for you is a very personal decision, not to mention critical for long-term financial success. Knowing where to look to find an adviser is key, too.
By Kelli Kiemle, AIF® Last updated
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A Financial Checklist for Widows
An interview with a financial adviser about the financial steps widows should take.
By Janet Bodnar Last updated
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Last Chance for Costco Auto Program: up to $3,000 off Audis
Get a new Audi with a Costco Auto Program discount.
By Ellen Kennedy Last updated
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Pros and Cons of Waiting Until 70 to Claim Social Security
Waiting until 70 to file for Social Security benefits comes with a higher check, but there could be financial consequences to consider for you and your family.
By Patrick M. Simasko, J.D. Published
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Now Could Be Time for Private Investors to Make Their Mark
The venture capital crunch may be easing, but it isn't over yet. That means there could be direct investment opportunities for private deal investors.
By Thomas Ruggie, ChFC®, CFP® Published
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What is the Gift Tax Exclusion for 2024?
Gift Tax Knowing the annual gift tax exemption can save you time and money.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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10 Things You Should Know About Selling Your Home to Downsize in Retirement
What to know about selling your home in order to downsize in your retired years.
By Laura Vecsey Published
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How to Stop Boredom From Ruining Your Happy Retirement
Retirees who explore new interests and have an active social life are more likely to find joy — and even greatness — in the newfound freedom of retirement.
By Richard P. Himmer, PhD Published
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The Life-or-Death Answers We Owe Our Loved Ones
How our life ends isn’t always up to us, but that question too often must be answered by loved ones and health care workers who don’t know what we would want.
By Joel Theisen, RN Published
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Should You Be Investing in a 529?
Learn how to maximize investing in a 529, a state-sponsored college education savings account for qualifying educational expenses.
By Emma Patch Published
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Why So Many Men are Bad at Retirement
Older men today came of age amid the social upheavals of the 1960s and ’70s, but their formative years were deeply planted in the traditional world of segregation and sexual stereotyping.
By Dawn Fallik Published
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Hot Tips for Home Buyers and Sellers Right Now
Real estate looks to be especially hopping this spring, thanks to pent-up demand and buyers adjusting to higher mortgage rates. Here’s how you can prepare.
By Pam Krueger Published
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How Long Should You Keep Tax Records?
Tax Records Keep your tax records at least until the time limit for an audit runs out—and even longer for some records.
By Rocky Mengle Last updated
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7 Steps to Find the Right Retirement Community for You
A retirement community can be a great option as you age. Here are seven steps to finding the right one for you.
By Daniel Bortz Last updated
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Home Energy Improvements Benefit Both Your Wallet and the Environment
Home energy improvements let you save on electricity bills while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
By Erin Bendig Published
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7 Great Places to Live in Texas
New residents are coming to Texas in droves to take advantage of the state's lack of personal income tax and its affordable housing.
By Brittany Leitner Last updated
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What to Do When Your Rent is Too High
If your rent is too high, options for consumers are limited, but there are some things you can do if you're facing a rent increase.
By Elaine Silvestrini Last updated