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The Basics of Estate Planning
If you have a will or trust, congratulations. But you’re not done with estate planning.
By Sandra Block Last updated
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How Lower Interest Rates Could Affect Older Adults
When the Fed starts cutting interest rates, retirees could see lower yields on fixed-income assets. Social Security’s finances could be impacted, too.
By Patrick M. Simasko, J.D. Published
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How to Spot a Social Security Scam (and What to Do About It)
Here are a scam's red flags and how to report it if someone tries to scam you. The first things to do if a scammer contacts you: Remain calm and ignore them.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published
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Resist the Taboo: Talk to Your Kids About Family Wealth
Family discussions about money are important in educating children about financial concepts and the family’s legacy.
By Charline E. Burgess, M.Ed. Published
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21 Kirkland Products Retirees Should Buy at Costco
Making Your Money Last Stretch your budget in retirement by shopping wisely for Costco's affordable Kirkland Signature store-branded products.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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Eight Steps to Take When Settling an Estate as the Executor
Being the executor of an estate can be overwhelming, but breaking the process down into individual steps can help make it much less daunting.
By Brian Skrobonja, Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) Published
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How to Decide How Much Money You Can Afford to Gift in Your Lifetime
Deciding how much of your wealth to give to charity or your kids depends on your life stage. Here are key considerations based on age.
By Leslie Gillin Bohner Published
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Five Mistakes High-Net-Worth Individuals Make in Retirement
Just because wealthier people have a lot of money doesn’t mean they don’t make mistakes. Here are five common ones that this financial adviser sees.
By Lane Marmon, JD, MBA Published
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Three Ways to Delay Claiming Social Security Benefits
With Americans living longer these days, maximizing your Social Security is more important than ever. Here are some ways to make the most of your benefits.
By Patrick M. Simasko, J.D. Published