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INVESTING: Where to Put Your Money Now

The market is finding its way in a changed landscape. Our advice: Tilt toward stocks rather than bonds and cash, and favor U.S. over international holdings.

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10+ mins  |
July 2020
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Stocks: Advance or Retreat?

Amid the market chaos, investors can gauge whether a rebound will last by looking at market breadth.

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5 mins  |
July 2020
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How to Get Your Money Back

Some refund policies have been relaxed, but reimbursement isn’t always automatic.

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5 mins  |
July 2020
A VIEW OF LIFE AFTER THE PANDEMIC
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A VIEW OF LIFE AFTER THE PANDEMIC

Among the forecasts: The work-from-home trend will last, and we’ll welcome more robots.

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3 mins  |
July 2020
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Great Jobs for Retirees

Whether you are looking for an encore career or a low-stress job to supplement your income, here’s how to find the perfect gig.

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10+ mins  |
July 2020
Get These Forms Now
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Get These Forms Now

Everyone needs these legal documents, just in case.

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2 mins  |
July 2020
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Find a Financial Planner You Trust

Use our road map to find an adviser who will truly look out for your best interests.

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7 mins  |
July 2020
A Pandemic Wasn't in My Plans
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A Pandemic Wasn't in My Plans

Take these steps to prevent COVID-19 from derailing your retirement.

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3 mins  |
July 2020
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RETIREMENT: How to Protect Your Portfolio

Take these steps to help your retirement savings withstand the bear.

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8 mins  |
June 2020
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INVESTING Earn Up to 9% on Your Money

Yields on many fixed-income investments have plunged, but turmoil in the bond market has created new opportunities.

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10+ mins  |
June 2020
REAL ESTATE: You Can Still Buy and Sell a Home
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REAL ESTATE: You Can Still Buy and Sell a Home

But you’ll have to jump through some hoops to close the deal.

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6 mins  |
June 2020
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REWARDS: THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO Decluttering

Spending a lot of time at home? What better time to get organized?

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10+ mins  |
June 2020
PRACTICAL PORTFOLIO: Bear Market Do's and Don'ts
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PRACTICAL PORTFOLIO: Bear Market Do's and Don'ts

Follow our guide for navigating a tough market.

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5 mins  |
June 2020
DISASTER KIT: Best Ways to Raise Cash
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DISASTER KIT: Best Ways to Raise Cash

If your emergency fund is tapped out, you can probably borrow from yourself. Here are the top contenders

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5 mins  |
June 2020
DEBT RELIEF: Get Help With Your Bills
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DEBT RELIEF: Get Help With Your Bills

Many lenders are offering breaks to borrowers hit by the coronavirus-fueled crisis.

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5 mins  |
June 2020
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DAUNTLESS: Stocks With Staying Power

Our cast of survivors are well positioned to stay afloat in troubled times.

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8 mins  |
June 2020
AHEAD: TOPIC A IS THE WORST OVER FOR STOCKS?
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AHEAD: TOPIC A IS THE WORST OVER FOR STOCKS?

Even if it isn’t, investors who wait for the market bottom may well miss it.

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4 mins  |
June 2020
Lower Your Health Care Costs
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Lower Your Health Care Costs

Health savings accounts help defray the cost of high-deductible health plans. They’re also a powerful way to invest for retirement.

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9 mins  |
April 2020
Coronavirus Infects The Global Economy
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Coronavirus Infects The Global Economy

Information about the markets and your money.

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2 mins  |
April 2020
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STATES LOWER TAXES TO COURT RETIREES

The tax breaks range from property tax exemptions to tax-free retirement plan withdrawals.

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3 mins  |
April 2020
Is Your Mutual Fund Politically Biased?
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Is Your Mutual Fund Politically Biased?

If there’s anything we’ve learned over the past few years, it’s that there’s a lot of political bias in this country.

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2 mins  |
April 2020
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What Kills Bull Markets

We don’t think this record run is over yet— but we’re watching these signs.

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5 mins  |
April 2020
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Invest in the Planet

Give your portfolio a greener tint, and make some money, too.

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10+ mins  |
April 2020
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Money Management Advice for Expats

You need to take extra steps to handle everything from banking to health care.

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10 mins  |
April 2020
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Good Debt, Bad Debt

It’s often smart to borrow to boost your income and your assets.

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5 mins  |
April 2020
BEST VALUES IN TAX SOFTWARE
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BEST VALUES IN TAX SOFTWARE

We ranked the most popular tax-prep packages to help you find the ones that provide the best experience at the lowest cost.

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5 mins  |
April 2020
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A SAFER WAY TO SHARE YOUR DATA

WHEN YOU USE A BUDGETING APP, TAX software or other service that relies on information about your bank and investment accounts, you can typically allow the service to retrieve automatic online updates.

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1 min  |
April 2020
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Is A Debt Bomb Ticking?

Corporations have amassed a ton of debt. Protect yourself with these funds and ETFs.

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7 mins  |
March 2020
Alexa, Protect My Privacy
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Alexa, Protect My Privacy

Take steps to keep speakers, security cameras and other smart devices safe from hackers who want to steal your data—or worse.

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3 mins  |
March 2020
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You Still Have Time to Save on Your Taxes

Start now to take advantage of all of the tax breaks available to you.

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7 mins  |
March 2020