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Should You Take Your Pension as a Lump Sum?The answer depends on multiple factors, such as what your alternative investment options would be, whether you want to leave money to a beneficiary and more.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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Is Your 401(k) Rollover Truly Protected in an IRA?Quiz Take our 10-question quiz see if your hard-earned nest egg is truly protected from hidden liabilities, or if you are exposed to unexpected risks.
By Donna LeValley
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The Pros Outweigh the Cons of Investing in a 529This tax-advantage savings account is perfect for students.
By Lisa Gerstner
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How to Turn Your Teen's Summer Paycheck Into a $1M Nest EggLearn how to help your teen open a custodial Roth IRA and turn their summer paycheck into decades of tax-free growth.
By Kimberly Lankford
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How Much Do You Know About Nvidia? Take Our Quiz to Find OutQuiz Nvidia is the most valuable publicly traded company in the world. Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge of the AI bellwether.
By Karee Venema
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How to Help Your Adult Kids Without Hurting Your RetirementThe Bank of Mom and Dad can be challenging — financially and emotionally. These tips pave the way.
By Diane Harris
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3 Ways to Avoid Falling Into a Tax Trap in RetirementYou may think you'll pay less in taxes once you retire, but taxable withdrawals and Social Security can keep your tax bill as high as it was during your career.
By Gary Knode, CF2
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Is a Roth Conversion Just Not That Into You? How To Tell It's Not a MatchSometimes a Roth conversion isn't right for you — or at least not right now. A financial adviser explains what you should consider before getting involved.
By Katie Woloshin Corsetto
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Traditional IRA Basics: 10 Things to Know to Build WealthBasics A traditional IRA can be a powerful retirement-savings tool but you need to understand contribution limits, RMDs, rules for beneficiaries under the SECURE Act and more.
By Jackie Stewart
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