11 Warning Signs You're Not Financially Ready To Retire
As you approach retirement age, it's important to take careful stock of your financial situation along with your health, and to have a backup plan.
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Stories By Daniel Feininger
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Can You Live Off Investment Dividend Income? Apparently Some People Can
Living off of dividends from market investing requires carefully choosing high-yield stocks and then putting a lot of money into them.
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The Unexpected Value Of Your Old Phones (They Could Be Worth A Ton)
Your old cell phones could be worth a good amount of money, especially if they were part of a groundbreaking generation or are rare.
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12 Risky Investment Mistakes You Should Avoid In 2025
Investing is a long-term proposition. and the biggest investing mistake you can make in 2025 is to sit on the sidelines and do nothing.
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Why Experts Are Investing In A Stock Down By More Than 50%
Investing in a stock that is down significantly can actually be a good long-term plan, if the company is established and signs exist for growth.
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The Annual Calculation Key To Your Financial Health
Calculating this sum at the end of each year is an excellent way to determine your financial health is moving in the right direction.
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Tariff Red Flags We Shouldn't Ignore From The Great Depression
The Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930 kneecapped America's ability to escape the Great Depression, and today's trade wars look increasingly similar.
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Waiting Until This Age To Retire Can Majorly Boost Your Social Security Benefits
Waiting until this age to draw Social Security benefits allows you to maximize the amount you'll receive and provides extra time to save.
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10 Alarming Stats About American Consumer Debt That Should Concern You
Americans are gravitating towards higher-interest debt such as credit cards, and face bigger burdens when entering the housing market.
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Buying Plants At Home Depot Is The Best Budget-Friendly Option For One Reason
Buying plants at Home Depot comes with what amounts to a "warranty" on your purchase that protects it for up to one year afterward.
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A Social Security Rule You've Never Heard Of Could Cost You A Lot
Optimizing your Social Security check can go beyond simply how much money you made in your lifetiime, and can include things like assets and marriage.
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The Precious Metals IRA Wealthy People Use To Stay Rich
Buying into a precious metals IRA can be a good way to diversify your retirement portfolio with a relatively low-risk asset that will appreciate.
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There's A Sneaky Reason Why Millionaires Hire Their Kids
Business owners who hire children under the age of 18 can in some cases take advantage of certain tax loopholes while providing their kid a job.
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A Lesser-Known Social Security Benefit Can Provide Extra Support For Families
If you meet the requirements of being a caregiver, you may be entitled to additional funding in your Social Security benefits package.
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How John Deere Is Exploiting Farmers (And Why It Affects Us All)
John Deere is attempting to claim that farmers don't actually "own" the equipment they purchase from the company through this shady practice.
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Sneaky Social Security Tax Exemptions You May Be Missing
There are many exemptions to pay attention to with Social Security tax, including these important options that can save you money.
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The Essential Health Care Boomers Won't Be Able To Afford In 10 Years
This essential type of care can run upwards of $100,000 per year, and the cost looks likely to increase heavily over the coming decade.
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The Best Ways To Use Your Tax Refund For Maximum Financial Gain
Using your tax refund for savings, investing, or to further yourself is a far better spend than blowing it on a trip or a new car.
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Bad Personal Finance Advice: Don't Fall Into This Common Trap
Falling into this type of mindset is the primary thing to avoid when planning out your financial future, according to a leading expert.
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The Best Time To Contribute To Your IRA Might Not Be What You Think
Contributing to an IRA is a significant part of retirement planning for many who don't have employer-sponsored plans, and timing can be everything.
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The Best Places To Use Your Military Discount
Military service members and veterans can take advantage of notable discounts across nearly every aspect of life, from shopping to travel.
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The Top Regrets Of Parents Who Raised Successful Children
Raising successful children is an accomplishment in itself, but some parents regret not taking certain steps or actions along the way.
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Huge Mistakes That Are Costing You Money At Walmart
Shopping at Walmart generally means finding things at good prices, but if you aren't careful the store can still trick you into spending more.
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If You Invested $1,000 In Microsoft 40 Years Ago, Here's How Much Money You'd Have Today
If you were among those who invested in Microsoft at its 1986 IPO, you'd be sitting on a huge pile of cash if you'd held onto the stock.
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High Salary? This Hidden Factor Could Still Sabotage Your Mortgage Application
This hidden factor may be the biggest factor between you and owning a home, and there are two primary ways that you can address this.
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5 Goods We Buy From Mexico That Will Be Affected By Trump's Proposed Tariffs
Mexico is one of the United States' largest trade partners, sending products ranging from fruits and vegetables to automobiles and medical equipment.
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How The 2025 Housing Market Will Be Different Than 2024
Following two years of low availability in the housing market, 2025 expects to see some major shifts in availability and dynamics.
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