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Financial Challenges Facing Women
Caregiving An expert weighs in on the unique issues women face when planning for retirement.
By Mary Kane
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Countdown to Retirement: 10 Years Away
retirement For a smooth ride to retirement, take these financial steps when you have 10 years to go.
By Eileen Ambrose
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Do You Need Life Insurance in Retirement?
life insurance One form of life insurance that may be worth investigating for its tax advantages and estate benefits is an indexed universal life policy.
By Jeff Vogan, RFC, CEP
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Timeshare Nightmares: Don't Let This Happen to You
Travel Hours-long, pressure-filled timeshare encounters leave two couples in tears. Consumers can learn a lot from their stories. Here's what to know about timeshares before getting talked into attending a sales presentation to get a free lunch or tickets to a theme park.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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A Money Smart Divorce
retirement Whether your divorce is amicable or rancorous enough to inspire a country music song, it’s important to pay attention to taxes when dividing your assets.
By Sandra Block
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The 5 Things People Ask Potential Advisers and Why They Are Wrong
Financial Planning Finding the right financial planner takes more thought than asking the same old questions. Here's where people are going wrong, and what they should ask instead.
By Lorraine Ell, CEO
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Health Insurance Too Expensive? A Cheaper Option to Investigate
insurance They aren't for everyone, but health care sharing programs are a faith-based alternative to traditional health plans that can save some people money. This type of coverage worked as a stopgap for my own family.
By Deborah L. Meyer, CPA/PFS, CFP®
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What I Bought When Stocks Tanked
stocks Our "Practical Investing" columnist happily seized the moment to buy two stocks that had been on her wish list for a long time: Costco and Boeing.
By Kathy Kristof
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Under the New Tax Law, Is My Alimony Tax-Free?
alimony The new policy goes into effect in 2019. Older divorces can be modified to follow the new rules—if both parties agree.
By Kevin McCormally
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