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Five Ways to Cash In On the $6,000 'Senior Bonus' Deduction
Taxpayers age 65 and older might be able to benefit from a $6,000 'senior bonus' deduction in the next four tax years. Here are five ways to make it pay.
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Quiz: The Secrets to Aging Well: How Savvy Are You?
Quiz Test your basic knowledge of the habits that can lead to a long and healthy life in our quick quiz.
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The '100% Overwhelming' Decision: What Do You Do About Medigap?
Choosing your Medigap plan for supplemental insurance can be a complex, confusing, and costly process. Here's how to tackle the decision.
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Retirement Reality Check: The Numbers Look Bleak for Many Boomers (and What You Can Do About It)
Your retirement probably won't look like your parents' retirement, thanks in part to rising costs . Here are some ways to assess your finances to get yourself into a better financial position.
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Should You Be an Active or Passive Investor? A Financial Adviser Breaks It All Down
Understanding the pros and cons of the two types of investing strategies can clarify what works for you. Hint: Sometimes a blend is best.
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The Rule of the Shrinking Dollar in Retirement
Alas, we must all follow the rule of the shrinking dollar once we hit retirement. Here's how to hold onto your hard-earned money in many years.
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Retiring in Florida? What It's Really Like to Live in Its Most Talked-About Retirement Spot
If you want to foster strong friendships while improving your golf handicap, Florida's mega retirement community, The Villages, could be the perfect place for you.
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I'm a Financial Adviser: Don't Believe These Five Myths About Annuities
Annuities can offer financial stability that can be quite freeing for retirees. Don't let a few myths spoil what might be a good thing for you.
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I'm a Wealth Adviser: This Is How to Prevent Your Heirs From Frittering Away the Family Fortune
To prevent family wealth from being eroded down the line, younger generations must be treated as active stewards of a legacy rather than passive heirs.
