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What the New 2027 Tax Brackets Could Mean for Your Tax Bill
The new brackets apply to income earned in 2027, but it may not mean what you think.
11-12-2026
3 Trusts for Financially Irresponsible Heirs
Leaving an inheritance to a financially irresponsible child can put your wealth at risk, but these three trusts may help protect it.
11-12-2026
Little-Known Retirement Rules That Can Save You Money
These lesser-known retirement rules could help you avoid penalties, reduce taxes, and keep more of your savings.
11-11-2026
Your Medicare Advantage Plan Just Died: What Do You Do?
Millions of seniors face changes to their Medicare coverage in 2027. Here's what to do if your plan is among those being eliminated.
11-10-2026
What High Earners Should Do Before Their Last Day of Work
Retiring with a high income can bring unexpected tax bills and Medicare costs. Here's what to consider before leaving your job.
11-10-2026
Editors' Picks
Wall Street Is Very Nervous—Should You Worry? Can You Repair Your Losses?
Some technology stocks have fallen nearly 50 percent. Learn when to hold, repair a position, or walk away.
10-26-2026 
Surviving the 7 Percent Mortgage Rate: A Blueprint for Homebuyers in 2026
How much does a 7 percent mortgage actually cost per month?
10-12-2026 
Why Invest in Platinum?
Platinum offers investors another way to diversify beyond gold and silver, but its industrial uses and volatility come with unique risks.
10-10-2026 
Asset Location: What Assets Should Go in Which Accounts?
Choosing the right investments is only part of the equation. Putting them in the right accounts can also improve tax efficiency.
10-9-2026 Stocks
Real Estate
Alternative Investments
Gold
Umbrella Policies Are the Cheapest Insurance Nobody 60-Plus Buys
A serious accident or lawsuit could put your wealth at risk, but an umbrella policy may help protect your assets and future earnings.
10-31-2026 
Everything You Need to Know About Your CLUE Report Before Buying a Home
What is a CLUE report, and how can it affect your homeowners insurance?
10-30-2026 
The Medigap Plan G vs. Plan N Math Most People Get Wrong
Medigap Plans G and N offer similar coverage, but differences in premiums, copays, and excess charges could affect your total healthcare costs.
10-29-2026 
The Most Tax-Efficient Ways to Leave Investments to Your Children
Many Americans avoid estate planning until it's too late, potentially leaving their heirs with unnecessary taxes and financial complications.
10-27-2026 Estate
Tax
Insurance
Privatizing Social Security is Not the Answer
The current plans that promise to save Social Security aren't capable of keeping that promise.
11-11-2026 
Retiring With Less Than $1 Million? Here Are 8 Ways to Make Your Savings Last
You don't need $1 million to retire, but making the right financial moves can help your six-figure nest egg last.
11-9-2026 
Helping a Friend or Relative With Social Security
"Power of attorney" is essentially a meaningless designation for Social Security purposes.
11-4-2026 
All You Need to Know About the Roth 5-Year Rule
Roth IRA and 401(k) earnings can be tax-free in retirement, but the five-year rule comes with important exceptions.
10-28-2026 Retirement Accounts
Fixed Income
Gold Prices Hit Record Highs: Who’s Buying?
Gold and crypto are making headlines as the Trump administration shakes things up with policies affecting both tangible and intangible investments. While crypto has new friends in Washington and enthusiasts ...
02-19-2025 
Clash of the Titans: Weighing Gold and Silver
Gold and silver have long been sought after as sources of value and luxury. And as investments, both have stood tall against high inflation and other periods of economic uncertainty. ...
01-10-2025 
Make Your Portfolio Shine Even in Dark Times: 4 Ways to Invest in Gold
For centuries, gold has been sought after as a source of value. And for good reason. Gold has remained resilient in the face of numerous recessions, market crashes, high-inflationary periods ...
12-25-2024 
2024: The Year of Gold
Gold prices have been on a rampage, breaking record upon record. Driven partly by geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty, the anticipation of lower interest rates, and strong demand from China, these ...
12-12-2024 
3 Money Habits That Can Turn Middle-Class Earners Into Millionaires
Want to become a millionaire without living like one? These simple financial habits can help grow your net worth over time.
11-5-2026 
Is Home Title Lock Worth It? What It Does and What You Can Get for Free
Does a home title lock stop your house from being stolen, and are there free alerts?
11-2-2026 
Winter 2026 Heating Oil Prices May Rise 21 Percent
How much will heating oil cost this winter, and what can you do before your tank runs low?
10-27-2026 
New Type of Cyberattack Allowed Unauthorized Trades at Japanese Brokerage—No User Info Required
One expert is calling it 'an attack on a different dimension.'
10-24-2026 Earning Money
Debt Management
Future Planning
Credit Scores
Are Credit and Debit Cards Making Us Fat?
Using plastic payment methods increases the likelihood of impulsive purchases, specifically junk food.
11-10-2026 
Why Some Banks Are Quietly Discontinuing Cash-Back Cards
What happens if your credit card is discontinued?
09-16-2026 
Eight Warning Signs Your Credit Card Rewards Program Just Got Worse
Why do your credit card points buy less than they used to?
09-11-2026 
Credit Card ‘Invisible Surcharges’ and Swipe Fee Changes: How to Avoid Surcharges at Checkout
Checkout screens are getting more complicated. A restaurant bill, contractor invoice, or online order can now include an extra 2 to 4 percent simply because you paid with a credit ...
08-25-2026 Rewards Cards
Travel Cards
Cash Back Cards
Business Cards
