Financial
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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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
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
Members of Medicare Advantage plans share their insights to help you choose the best options.
Don’t Let Hospitals Make You Prepay Your Bill
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
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
There are ETFs that combine features of individual bonds and bond funds.
The New Rules to Protect Your Online Accounts After You Die
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
Although the downsizing of products is not new, it has become trickier.
Some Home Owners Could Legally Defer Their Property Taxes—Are You One?
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
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
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
Here’s what you should and shouldn’t do to provide money for the care of your pet after you die.