You've Been Warned: You Should Never Enter Retirement With This One Burden
Living on a fixed income in retirement means pretty much every dollar is accounted for each month. Eliminating this burden will make budgeting easier.
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Stories By Daniel Feininger
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How Does The Stair-Step Stock Approach Work And When Should You Use It?
The key to this investment strategy is that it provides investors with a bit of time to assess their picks. This, in turn, allows them to make adjustments.
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The 11 Easiest Ways To Make Extra Cash In Under One Hour
Giving yourself a small leg up financially by walking dogs or teaching English doesn't have to require taking on another job or even a massive time commitment.
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Don't Fall Victim To The Alarming Bitcoin ATM Scam Going Around
Per Coin ATM Radar, there are little over 31,500 bitcoin ATM machines in the country. Unfortunately, the machines are now on the scammers' radar, too.
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What Is The 'Bucket Strategy' And How Can It Affect Your Retirement Plans?
This retirement strategy is one way to manage retirement income by way of "buckets" that correspond to short-, medium-, and long-term financial goals.
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3 Reasons To Break The Rules And And Take Out A 401(k) Loan
Yes, you can borrow from a 401(k). Though there can be drawbacks, a 401(k) loan is often a better financial option, as you'll be paying yourself back.
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The Money-Saving Grocery Store Hack Most Customers Aren't Even Aware Of
The next time you go grocery shopping, if you find that a sale item is out of stock, know that you have an option available to you for future savings.
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When Is The Right Time To Invest In A Spousal IRA?
The spousal IRA (aka Kay Bailey Hutchison Spousal IRA) is a retirement account not everyone may be aware of, but which every married couple should be.
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Retirees Need To Check These Figures Before The End Of 2024
Before the new year, it's a good idea for every person to go through a year-end financial checklist, and especially retirees living on a fixed income.
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What Does A Housing Market Crash Mean For Homeowners?
We spoke with real estate expert Betsy Pepine about the ways a housing market crash affects homeowners and who among this group risks losing the most.
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Little-Known Reasons Not To Max Out 401(k) Retirement Savings Contributions
While adding to a 401(k) is important, there are reasons why trying to max out yearly contributions may not be in your best financial interest today.
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You've Been Warned: These 11 Consequential Investment Traps Could Cost You
When it comes to investing, there are myriad ways you can lose money. To avoid these "traps," you need to know what to look for, as Daniel Feininger explains.
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11 Of The Absolute Worst Businesses To Start Today
Starting a business is a great way to build more independence into your life, but you'll want to be wary of starting one in these niches.
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What Happens During A Market Correction (And Can You Get Ahead Of One)?
Volatility in the stock market is nothing new, but market corrections can still catch investors off guard. We asked Lawrence Sprung about the signs.
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How Repaying Student Loans Can Actually Help You With Your Retirement Goals
People paying back their student loans now have another option -- a two-for-one benefit -- that will reduce their debt, while saving for the future.
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The Upside Of Receiving A Spousal Benefit Versus Your Own Social Security
The Social Security Administration determines which benefit is the greater amount. In some cases, though, you may want to delay one of your benefits.
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National Social Security Advisors: Can You Trust Them With Your Finances?
NSSA is a designation for financial planners who pass certification. The certification program is not endorsed by the Social Security Administration.
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The Truth About The Laffer Curve Theory And How It Affects You
Named after economist Arthur Laffer, the Laffer curve is a concept you've likely heard in the news as it concerns taxes, tax revenue, and proposed tax cuts.
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The Alarming Reasons Young Adults Aren't Doing As Well As Their Parents Financially
We spoke with certified money coach Alaina Fingal about the financial challenges young people face today, from higher education to pricey commutes.
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Actions You Need To Take If You Retire Early To Bridge The Income Gap
According to MassMutual, the average retirement age in the U.S. is 62. That's considered early, as the full retirement age is currently 66 or 67.
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The Potential Risk Family Members May Bring To Your Finances In Your 40s
Your highest-earning years are typically between your late 40s and late 50s, which is around the age you may have new (family-related) expenses, too.
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Watchdog Group Reports On The Impact Of Trump's Tax Plan On Social Security
Both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris have pledged to protect Social Security, with the looming cliff of the program's insolvency now less than 10 years away.
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We Finally Know How Much It Really Costs To Live The 'American Dream' For A Lifetime
Living the "American Dream" is a desire sought by people the world over, but it's always been a vague milestone based more on rationale than data.
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Nvidia's Top Competitors In 2024 Are No Strangers To Wall Street
Nvidia is a top player in the semiconductor space, but the company is far from alone among high-value public corporations in the space.
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5 Factors That Reduce Your Monthly Social Security Payment
While there are steps you can take to boost your Social Security payment(s), there are also reasons why the amount could be reduced. We go over five.
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Thinking Of Grad School In Your 30s? Your Finances Could Seriously Suffer
Per the Education Data Initiative, student debt in 2024 averages out to just over $38K. For grad students (in 2020-21), their debt is nearly 2.5 times as much.
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How Much Should You Really Save For Retirement Each Year? It Depends
The answer isn't one-size-fits-all. The key factors? When you start your retirement savings journey and what your retirement lifestyle will be.
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