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9 GREAT PLACES TO RETIRE We searched from the shores of Maine to the Desert Southwest, and from the heart of Washington State to Florida’s Gulf Coast, to look for promising retirement destinations—and found smaller, affordable cities with access to great health care that could be perfect for your next stage of life.

THE BEST BANK FOR YOU Banks and credit unions have different strengths that work well for different customers. Find out which institutions are best overall and which are best for seven distinct profiles.

More Gains In Store For Homebuilders

The housing market reached a milestone in January that al-most no one noticed. The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Composite, an index that tracks average home prices in 20 U.S. cities, finally rose above the record set in April 2006. Is it cause for celebration or trepidation?

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9 Great Places To Retire

We found tax-friendly places with moderate living costs, first-class health care, and plenty to see and do.

10+ mins

The Working-For-Yourself Windfall

The new tax law allows many self-employed workers to deduct up to 20% of qualified business income.

4 mins

Funds With Flexibility

Go-anywhere bond fund managers can pick and choose from a complete menu of income investments.

6 mins

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