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Some Annuities are to Die for
As an alternative to life insurance, an annuity may provide the desired contractual death benefit guarantees, while allowing you to retain full control of your money. |
29 Jun, 2014 |
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Why You Need a Roth IRA
With this indispensable savings tool, your money grows tax-free, you can invest in almost anything and you get several cool perks.
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28 May, 2014 |
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Why You Should Buy Stocks Today
Even if you buy at the market's highest level of the year, a recent study finds that it makes little difference over the long term.
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28 May, 2014 |
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How to Boost Your 401(k) by 25%
According to a new study, a little knowledge about 401(k) investing can go a long way. A lot of knowledge, however, can be dangerous. |
28 May, 2014 |
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Will You Have Enough to Retire?
Using this calculator can help you get a better handle on your retirement needs. |
28 May, 2014 |
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Tricks for Spotting the Best Deals
Here are some valuable and widely applicable tips for consumers. |
28 May, 2014 |
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11 Ways to Get More Money in Retirement
The author suggests ways to generate more income when you're retired. |
28 May, 2014 |
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7 To-Dos Between 55 and 65 for a Better Retirement
The author suggests seven action items to help face retirement planning with ease: |
28 May, 2014 |
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Here's the Real Reason Gold Is Falling
Arte you surprised by the recent drop in gold prices? This author explains why you should not be. |
28 May, 2014 |
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Listen to Buffett and Schwab: Be an Indexer
The two investment gurus tout the benefits of indexed funds. |
28 May, 2014 |
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25 Best Places for a Working Retirement
Forbes examines job growth potential and current unemployment rates as well as cost of living issues, tax environment, violent crime rates, climate and physicians per capita. |
28 May, 2014 |
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Why One Ivy League Economist Thinks The U.S. Dollar Is Invincible And What This Means For Investors
An interview with a renowned professor provides investment insights. |
28 May, 2014 |
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How to Get Income Without Growth
While the media obsess over multiple economic crisis scenarios and reinforce the message that the economy promises little growth, corporations just keep on grinding out higher earnings. The author shows how to benefit. |
28 May, 2014 |
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How to Negotiate Severance
This article shows business owners and managers how to handle a difficult situation. |
28 May, 2014 |
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The Most And Least Competitive Job Markets For College Grads
A new survey has a particular message for those graduating from college still on the job hunt: Your best opportunities may not be in the biggest cities, but rather in places with lower unemployment rates. |
28 May, 2014 |
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6 Ways to Profit From Your Passions
Here's how to generate extra income by turning an interest or hobby into a moneymaker. |
15 Apr, 2014 |
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Is Identity-Theft Insurance a Waste of Money?
Companies are pushing this new insurance option. The author explains why these policies may not offer much protection. |
15 Apr, 2014 |
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New IRA Rollover Rule Coming in 2015
Among other insights, the author states that the IRS will formalize a tighter restriction on the once-a-year rollover rule. |
15 Apr, 2014 |
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New IRA Rollover Rule Coming in 2015
Among other insights, the author states that the IRS will formalize a tighter restriction on the once-a-year rollover rule. |
15 Apr, 2014 |
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The Fed Can't Push on a String
According to this commentary, the Fed can rein in the economy, but more tools are needed for growth.
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15 Apr, 2014 |
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Deficit Now Expected to Be Even Lower
For the fifth consecutive year, the U.S. annual deficit is projected to fall as a share of the economy, and to do so more than previously forecast. But the downward trend may not last. |
15 Apr, 2014 |
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3 Reasons the Economy Has Some Spring in Its Step
After a winter of confusing economic data, some important indicators show an economy coming out of hibernation. |
15 Apr, 2014 |
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10 Tax Audit Red Flags
These ten items could raise eyebrows at the IRS. Proceed with caution. |
15 Apr, 2014 |
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5 Retirement Busters And How To Manage Them
To avoid potential financial pain, consider these five retirement busters and how you will face up to each challenge. |
15 Apr, 2014 |
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Debts That Can Kill Your Retirement Plan
Here are four ways well-intentioned indebtedness can kill your retirement plan. |
15 Apr, 2014 |
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5 Unseen Risks Stalking Your Retirement
Here are five danger signs that your investment plan is higher risk than necessary and likely needs to be reconsidered before too much damage is done: |
15 Apr, 2014 |
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Don't Just Sit On Your Investments, Do Something
The author composites active investing to passive investing. Good habits include a savings and investing plan that is correctly aimed at your goals. |
15 Apr, 2014 |
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A Contrarian's Guide To The Stock Market's Best And Worst
This expert takes the contrarian point of view with regard to current investments. |
15 Apr, 2014 |
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IRS Ranking: The Truth About Where Our Tax Dollars Are Spent
The Congressional Budget Office keeps track of where our tax dollars are spent. This article take a look at what actually happens when the money goes to the IRS. |
15 Apr, 2014 |
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One Powerful Way To Control Your Leadership Reputation
Leadership reputation is a valuable asset. But what takes years to build can be lost in a moment's notice in this age of social media. |
15 Apr, 2014 |
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IRS Taxing Tax Day Freebies?
Tax Day can be painful, so collecting fun perks that also help businesses seems like a win-win. But could they themselves be taxed? It's not a silly question.
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15 Apr, 2014 |
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What Investors Should Know About Share Buybacks
With share prices at record highs, the trend is likely to slow. Read this expert's opinion. |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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Who Can Contribute to a Roth IRA?
Calculating "modified adjusted gross income" to see if you qualify for Roth IRA contributions is a little tricky. Here are some insights. |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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Getting Out of Debt Advice From Around the Web
A few tips from personal finance bloggers about paying down what you owe.
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19 Mar, 2014 |
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401(k) Waiting Periods Take a Toll
See how your retirement plan might be letting you down: waiting periods to contribute or get an employer match. |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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Quiz: 7 Surprising 2014 Tax Facts
What do filling up your tank, buying stuff, talking on your cell, smoking, drinking and dying have in common? Taxes. How big a bite will they really take? |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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Fed Moves Economic Goalposts
The Federal Reserve announced that it will continue to gradually withdraw economic stimulus, but decided to move its goalposts for raising interest rates. |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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How to Retire Early - 35 Years Early
Early retirement may not be insurmountable. Here's one expert's view. |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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How to Retire Early - 35 Years Early
Early retirement may not be insurmountable. Here's one expert's view. |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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Never Forget 2009: Be an Elephant, Not a Bull
Five years ago, investors were feeling hopeless, battered by the market and pained by their portfolios. It helps to have a long memory. |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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The Worst U.S. States to Die in
You don't have to be rich to trigger death taxes for your heirs in some states. |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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Starting a Business in Retirement? 3 Must-Ask Questions
Here are three important things to think about before you start a business in retirement: |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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Are Investors Preparing for a Correction?
This expert offers his advice on how to position yourself in the stock market in the coming months. |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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10 Tax Breaks for the Rich
A list of tax benefits that aren't subject to phase-outs. |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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Retirement: 36% Have Saved $1,000 or Less
According to the Employee Benefits Research Institute (EBRI), which conducts an annual retirement confidence survey, 36% of current workers say they've saved $1,000 or less for retirement. |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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What Your Car Really Costs You
Do you wonder where all your money is going? Take a closer look in the garage. |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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How Much Money Do You Really Need to Retire?
Rather than asking how much do you need to save for retirement, you might focus on finding out how much you'll be spending. |
19 Mar, 2014 |
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5 Steps to Retire When You Want
This five-step plan will help you choose your timetable and get you there on schedule. |
17 Feb, 2014 |
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Two Ways to Buy Into Battered Emerging-Markets Stocks
Trying to pick the bottom is futile, but developing markets are cheap. This writer provides guidance. |
17 Feb, 2014 |
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Navigating New Rules for Flexible Spending Accounts
If your employer lets you carry over $500 from last year, it can no longer offer the March 15 grace period. But many firms are waiting to switch.
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17 Feb, 2014 |
