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Notes record issuance of municipal bonds and their tax-exempt appeal.

Shows how transfer-on-death designations help avoid probate costs.

Reviews annual enrollment dates and options for Medicare participants.

Explains how a borrower can lower monthly payments by recasting a mortgage.

Explains how future tax rules may impact deductibility of charitable donations.

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Guides readers through estimating a realistic retirement savings target.

Explains provisions allowing rebates for home energy efficiency and electrification projects.

Recent action by the FTC highlights potential for abuse by online data brokers. Offers tips that might help consumers keep their private data private.

It’s a good idea to regularly review beneficiary designations to be sure they are complete and reflect current wishes.

Explains benefits of employee-stock ownership plans for succession planning.

Notes declining prices for new appliances but rising repair costs; when to replace vs repair.

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Shows how high-income earners can create tax-free retirement income via workplace plans.

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Details rising rates, restricted coverage, and insurers exiting high-risk areas.

Closed-end funds are considered to carry higher risk but may provide a higher income stream than traditional mutual funds holding similar securities.

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Explores how investment strategy changes once retirement begins.

Explains hybrid life+LTC policies that can provide care benefits or a death benefit.

Analyzes the Fed's trade-offs between employment and inflation concerns.

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Encourages proactive dialogue to ensure financial well-being of aging parents.

Survivorship life insurance may be a cost-effective coverage solution for older couples or business partners.

This article discusses economic forecasts for 2026 and the trends that are influencing them, including surging AI investment.

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Outlines steps toward handling financial setbacks and emerging stronger.

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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes many provisions that affect higher education.

Nearly half of retirees retired earlier than planned; steps to help prepare for unexpected retirement.

Explains that landlord policies don't cover tenants' personal property.

Summarizes new 401(k) features introduced under the SECURE 2.0 Act.

Describes how Roth accounts can generate tax-free retirement income.

Provides an overview of key provisions in the new "One Big Beautiful Bill Act."

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history ended on November 12, 2025. This article looks at the bill that ended the shutdown, issues that are unresolved, and estimates of the economic impact.

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Considering some important issues now could provide more options in the event of early retirement.

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Offers tips to couples with opposite financial styles for finding balance.

In addition to advancing philanthropic goals, strategic charitable donations may offer tax advantages.

Describes benefits of volunteer travel for personal growth and giving back.

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Suggests considering life insurance for stability during uncertain markets.

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Explains special costs and financial implications of condo ownership.

Provides tips for managing rising food prices through smart shopping.

These plans have generous contribution limits that increase with age, which may allow high-income business owners to catch up on retirement savings and significantly reduce their taxable incomes.

It’s important for heirs to consider how a windfall might be used to strengthen their finances now and over the long term.

Describes financial burdens associated with end-of-life care and funerals.

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