Are you rich? The average net worth by age can help you benchmark your financial success against your peers and aid in retirement planning. But when most people hear ...
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As the president’s trade policy has been rapidly evolving, it’s no surprise that where we sit right now is in a place of great uncertainty. While a 10% ...
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After the stock market plunged Thursday and Friday following President Trump’s newest announced tariffs, many Americans are seeing their retirement savings, particularly in 401(k) plans, take a hit. ...
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The financial future of the more than 70 million Americans who receive Social Security benefits is slightly more secure than anticipated: The trust fund reserves used to pay beneficiaries are ...
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If you’re retired, what should you do about recent gyrations in the stock market? During 2024, the S&P 500 gained 25% when you include the return from dividends. ...
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Once you turn 50, and especially after age 65, you may qualify for extra tax breaks. Older people get a bigger standard deduction, and they can earn more ...
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Hiring freezes, the new Career/Policy classification, freezes on this and that program. It’s all causing lots of federal employees to consider retiring. My next guest warns, don’t do ...
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A new survey from TIAA points to a rising tide in demand for lifetime income products within DC plans, though a lack of understanding among employers could slow ...
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Retirement often feels like the light at the end of the tunnel — a time to relax, enjoy life, and finally pursue the dreams that were put on ...
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Retirees settling into their golden years may be considering the idea of a new home. Most often, a new home means taking on a new mortgage in retirement. ...
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