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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.

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Make Money by Working from Home

Make Money by Working from Home

Brie Reynolds | December 2, 2019

Where to look and how to apply for telecommute jobs—plus how to avoid scam listings.

How Your Trust Can Avoid Taxes by Changing States
Wealthy and Wise

How Your Trust Can Avoid Taxes by Changing States

Gideon Rothschild, Esq. | October 28, 2019

You can completely avoid state income tax on a trust’s income based on guidelines from a recent US Supreme Court ruling. Here’s how.

The Best Medicare Advantage Plan

The Best Medicare Advantage Plan

James Beem, MHA, MA | October 21, 2019

Members of Medicare Advantage plans share their insights to help you choose the best options.

Don’t Let Hospitals Make You Prepay Your Bill
Medical Expenses

Don’t Let Hospitals Make You Prepay Your Bill

Adria Gross | June 10, 2019

Here’s what to say when hospitals ask you to prepay for a procedure, which they are increasingly doing.

Writing Your Résumé: Job Hunting at 40 and Beyond
Aging for Beginners

Writing Your Résumé: Job Hunting at 40 and Beyond

Adriane Berg | June 4, 2019

How older workers can present themselves in the best light on their job search. Résumé-writing secrets and more.

Bond Funds That Guarantee a Return of Principal at Maturity

Bond Funds That Guarantee a Return of Principal at Maturity

Jay Srivatsa | April 22, 2019

There are ETFs that combine features of individual bonds and bond funds.

The New Rules to Protect Your Online Accounts After You Die
Estate Planning

The New Rules to Protect Your Online Accounts After You Die

Natalie Banta, JD | April 22, 2019

The laws on controlling digital accounts after someone dies have been quietly changing. Here's what you need to know.

Companies are Getting Sneakier with Shrinking Product Sizes

Companies are Getting Sneakier with Shrinking Product Sizes

Edgar Dworsky | April 8, 2019

Although the downsizing of products is not new, it has become trickier.

Some Home Owners Could Legally Defer Their Property Taxes—Are You One?
Tax Planning

Some Home Owners Could Legally Defer Their Property Taxes—Are You One?

Abigail Walters | April 8, 2019

Two dozen states let some seniors delay paying their property tax until they sell their homes or die—a potentially huge savings.

5 Money Mavens Reveal Their Most Memorable Mistakes
Personal Finances

5 Money Mavens Reveal Their Most Memorable Mistakes

April 8, 2019

Even some of the country’s shrewdest financial pros have made big mistakes with their money. Here are their confessions so you don’t make those mistakes.

Dealing With Tax Return Filing Extensions, Delinquent Returns and Amended Returns
The Pay-Less-Tax Man

Dealing With Tax Return Filing Extensions, Delinquent Returns and Amended Returns

Edward Mendlowitz, CPA, ABV, PFS | April 1, 2019

Here are issues to be aware of when filing a tax return past the due date or amending a return.

The Right Way to Leave a Bequest for the Care of Your Pet
Wealthy and Wise

The Right Way to Leave a Bequest for the Care of Your Pet

Gideon Rothschild, Esq. | March 18, 2019

Here’s what you should and shouldn’t do to provide money for the care of your pet after you die.

Dont Believe These 7 Costly Health Savings Account Myths
Medical Expenses

Dont Believe These 7 Costly Health Savings Account Myths

Roy J. ­Ramthun | March 14, 2019

If you don’t understand how an HSA works, you may be leaving a lot of money on the table—or even get hit with penalties.

10 Great Stocks for the 2020s
Stocks

10 Great Stocks for the 2020s

Michael Lippert, CFA, JD | March 14, 2019

Here are some of the most powerful trends that could dominate the stock market in the 2020s…and the 10 best stocks to take advantage of them.

Avoid These Red Flags That Can Cause Audits
The Pay-Less-Tax Man

Avoid These Red Flags That Can Cause Audits

Edward Mendlowitz, CPA, ABV, PFS | March 4, 2019

There are various ways to deal with red flags to avoid an IRA audit. Here are 15 key ways.