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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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Why Bird Watching is the Best Activity You Can Take Up as You Grow Older
Aging for Beginners

Why Bird Watching is the Best Activity You Can Take Up as You Grow Older

Adriane Berg | April 3, 2018

The rewards of bird watching are wide and deep, including healing, adventure, family fun, lifelong learning and even deepening your relationships.

Genetic Testing Could Torpedo Your Insurance
Insurance

Genetic Testing Could Torpedo Your Insurance

Lee J. Slavutin, MD, CLU | April 2, 2018

If you expect to apply for life insurance, disability insurance or long-term-care insurance, think twice about getting a DNA test.

An RMD Fund
Retirement Planning

An RMD Fund

Dana Anspach, CFP | April 2, 2018

To help you meet required minimum distributions, you consolidate all your IRA assets into the RMD fund corresponding closest to the date you turn 70 ½.

3 Big Challenges When Taking Over a Loved One’s Finances
Personal Finances

3 Big Challenges When Taking Over a Loved One’s Finances

Shirley B. Whitenack, Esq. | April 2, 2018

To assume responsibility for a loved one’s finances you need more than just a power of attorney. Here are common issues and how to tackle them.

5 Portfolio Moves to Make Now
Portfolio Strategy

5 Portfolio Moves to Make Now

Wes Moss | April 2, 2018

After years of low inflation, interest rates and stock market volatility, investors have begun to face greater challenges on all those fronts.

April 4, 2018 | Shire Plc | SHPG
Stock of the Week

April 4, 2018 | Shire Plc | SHPG

John Buckingham | April 2, 2018

This week’s Stock of the Week is a solid biotech company that treats common and uncommon diseases.

10 Tax-Smart Ways to Give Charitable Donations
The Pay-Less-Tax Man

10 Tax-Smart Ways to Give Charitable Donations

Edward Mendlowitz, CPA, ABV, PFS | April 2, 2018

Here are 10 ways to make charitable donations that will get you the largest tax deductions possible.

Encore Careers
Personal Finances

Encore Careers

Adriane Berg | April 2, 2018

Encore Careers: For Money and for Love

Snowbirding
Personal Finances

Snowbirding

Adriane Berg | April 1, 2018

Consider These 5 Things Before You Become a Snowbird in Retirement

Buying or Renting in Retirement?
Personal Finances

Buying or Renting in Retirement?

Adriane Berg | March 30, 2018

Find Out If It Is Better to Buy or Rent in Retirement

How to Tell If It’s Time to Stop Driving
Personal Finances

How to Tell If It’s Time to Stop Driving

Adriane Berg | March 29, 2018

Follow This Expert’s Guide to Tell If and When It’s Time to Give Up Driving

Volunteerism
Personal Finances

Volunteerism

Adriane Berg | March 28, 2018

Learn How to Find Opportunities to Volunteer

Finding Your Bliss
Personal Finances

Finding Your Bliss

Adriane Berg | March 27, 2018

Follow Your Heart, and Find Your Bliss!

March 28, 2018 | Commercial Metals Company | CMC
Stock of the Week

March 28, 2018 | Commercial Metals Company | CMC

Eric Marshall | March 26, 2018

This week’s Stock of the Week stands to gain big as infrastructure projects ramp up.

Traveling Solo
Personal Finances

Traveling Solo

Adriane Berg | March 26, 2018

Traveling by Yourself Can Lead to the Adventure of a Lifetime