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Art ‘Investors’: Are You Collecting Art or Merely Decorating?
Smart Buying There’s a difference between the two. Before you buy or sell a piece of art, consider some guidelines on authentication and what might make one piece of art valuable, and another merely a nice complement to your sofa.
By Timothy Barrett, Trust Counsel Published
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10 Ways Retirement Will Be Different in 2030
Technology Social Security is a critical source of retirement income.
By John Miley Published
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Decluttering in Retirement (or at Any Age) Frees Space and the Soul
retirement Whether you do it yourself or hire a pro, letting go of unneeded possessions is liberating for you and your heirs.
By Beth Brophy Published
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Finding a Smart Lock That Clicks for You
real estate Lock and unlock your door with your smartphone, no matter where you are.
By Kaitlin Pitsker Published
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How to Protect Your Home from Hurricanes
real estate Hurricane season begins June 1, and scientists at Colorado State University expect 2018 to be another big year, forecasting seven hurricanes—three of them major.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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How to Disaster-Proof Your Home
real estate Natural disasters are going to happen. Take steps to prepare—and see if you can get help with the costs.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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7 Ways to Retire Without a Mortgage
retirement Admit it: Whether you're 35 or 65, the prospect of retiring without a mortgage is an attractive one.
By Michael DeSenne Published
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How Can I Deduct Home-Equity Interest Under the New Tax Law?
Tax Breaks Still want to tap your home equity and deduct the interest? Options remain.
By Kevin McCormally Published
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How I Bought My First Home
real estate Millennials came of age as the housing bubble burst and lenders put credit in a vise. Now we make up the largest group of home buyers.
By Kaitlin Pitsker Published
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