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Even Your Pet Needs an Estate Plan
estate planning Who will feed Fifi once you’re gone? It's something you should probably put in writing. There are three different ways to do that, some offering more protections than others.
By Tracy Craig, Fellow, ACTEC, AEP® • Last updated
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Make a Plan for Your Parents' Care
Caregiving The ideal time to begin talking with your parents is before they need care.
By Lisa Gerstner • Published
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22 Products You’ll Waste Money Buying at Warehouse Clubs
Costco We talked to shopping experts to find out which products shoppers should steer clear of (and why) at warehouse clubs Costco, Sam’s Club and BJ’s.
By Bob Niedt • Published
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Honey, We Need to Talk About Money
Women & Money Instead of focusing on the numbers, couples might have more success discussing their goals.
By Janet Bodnar • Published
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How to Choose the Right Payment App
banking Using PayPal, Venmo, Zelle and other apps is convenient, but there are pros and cons to each.
By Lisa Gerstner • Published
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Shop for a New Wireless Plan and Save Big
Smart Buying Competition is fierce, and carriers are dangling free phones and streaming subscriptions.
By Rivan V. Stinson • Published
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Are You Financially Ready to Have Children?
family savings Yes, children are expensive. Can you handle it? A financial planner with a new baby at home has some helpful suggestions and guidelines for all the potential parents out there who may be wondering if the time is right.
By Matt J. Goren, Ph.D., CFP® • Published
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Changes Coming to Flood Insurance with Laura Lightbody
Becoming a Homeowner The National Flood Insurance Program is getting an overhaul that could send your rates up (or down). We dig into what's changing with this coverage that many have—and many more need. Also, a bond that pays over 7 percent, for now.
By David Muhlbaum • Published
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Flood Insurance May Cost You More
Becoming a Homeowner New national rating procedures will raise premiums for more than 3.8 million policyholders.
By the editors of Kiplinger's Personal Finance • Published