From expert advice on investments and budgeting to discussions about economic trends and retirement planning, these articles aim to equip readers with the knowledge they need to manage their personal finances, make informed monetary decisions, and otherwise navigate the complexities of the financial world. Whether readying savings for the future or maneuvering day-to-day costs, the insightful advice equips readers to take control of their fiscal picture and achieve economic stability.
How well do you understand your health coverage? In the world of health insurance and, to a lesser extent, Medicare,…
Warren Buffett, the legendary CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, recently told the story of a man who received an irritating letter…
Until the pandemic hit, some analysts were calling Warren Buffett “washed up.” The performance of his company, Berkshire Hathaway, had…
An updated IRS ruling now allows IRA owners under age 59½ to dramatically increase the amount of money they can…
Should you sign up for a Medigap plan, a Medicare Advantage plan or neither when you become eligible at age…
Wall Street analysts wield enormous influence on investors even though most have only mediocre track records—in fact, more than half…
Last year, Bottom Line Personal explained the basics of investing in Bitcoin and how to decide if it was right…
Who doesn’t love a gift card? Certainly I do. In fact, for one of my favorite retailers, I have accumulated…
Banking fees are frustrating…and often unfair. Here’s how to determine your financial institution’s potential charges…and avoid paying them. Request disclosure.…
If you want to pump up your portfolio returns in the current market environment, try a barbell strategy. How it…
Tax audits haven’t been high on most Americans’ list of concerns lately. IRS funding cuts and staffing shortages reduced the…
When we look to improve or alter our financial lives, we instinctively add stuff. The result? An unwieldy mess of…
Stocks that pay a dividend typically provide protection in volatile markets because their cash payments cushion your losses. But in…
Even though stocks have plunged in share price, it’s not easy for investors to find great bargains in today’s bear…
If you have a defined-benefit pension from your employer, you could face a common scenario—your company may decide to offload…
