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Perspectives

Expert insight & commentary on retirement, personal finance, investing strategies and more from Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

Retirement

What Is the FIRE Movement?

Even if early retirement isn't your goal, FIRE principles may help savers build more financial independence over time.

June 10, 2026 Edwin Espinal

Managing Social Security Taxes

High-income retirees are all but guaranteed to pay tax on their Social Security benefits. Here's how you can manage your overall tax hit before and after you start collecting.

June 05, 2026

Late-in-Life Career Change

Leaving an employer later in life presents unique challenges and considerations.

June 05, 2026

Spending Anxiety in Retirement

Why retirees often spend less than they can afford—and how to combat this tendency.

June 05, 2026

Using an IRA to Fund an ILIT

Large IRAs can trigger high tax bills during and after the owner's lifetime. Here's how an irrevocable life insurance trust can help manage the tax hit for owners and their heirs.

June 05, 2026

Investing Strategies

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are higher across the board in the face of a hotter-than-expected producer price index report. Iran headlines and oil prices remain on the radar.

June 11, 2026 Nathan Peterson

The Short Interest Monitor

The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with elevated and rising short interest. Explore the latest edition to gauge investor sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.

June 11, 2026

What Is Private Credit?

Private credit investments provided by nonbank lenders to companies can offer potentially higher returns than publicly traded debt. Here's what to know before investing.

June 11, 2026

Looking to the Futures

Live Cattle Futures Hold Strong as NWS Enters the United States.

June 11, 2026

Markets & Economy

The Short Interest Monitor

The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with elevated and rising short interest. Explore the latest edition to gauge investor sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.

June 11, 2026

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are higher across the board in the face of a hotter-than-expected producer price index report. Iran headlines and oil prices remain on the radar.

June 11, 2026

Looking to the Futures

Live Cattle Futures Hold Strong as NWS Enters the United States.

June 11, 2026

Personal Finance & Planning

The Short Interest Monitor

The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with elevated and rising short interest. Explore the latest edition to gauge investor sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.

June 11, 2026

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are higher across the board in the face of a hotter-than-expected producer price index report. Iran headlines and oil prices remain on the radar.

June 11, 2026

Looking to the Futures

Live Cattle Futures Hold Strong as NWS Enters the United States.

June 11, 2026

Money Talk

7 Common Car Buying Mistakes

Buying on emotion is just one potential car-buying pitfall. Here are seven other common mistakes and what you can do to avoid them.

August 14, 2024 Patrick Means

Family Loan Do's and Don'ts

While there are pitfalls to lending a family member money, there can also be rewards. Just be sure to clearly set expectations and limits right from the start.

August 07, 2024

5 Types of Mortgage Loans

If you're looking for a mortgage loan, here are five types to consider. Check out the pros and cons to help you choose the right one for you.

July 31, 2024

Starting a 401(k) in Your 20s

Retirement may seem far away, but starting to save in a 401(k) in your 20s is one of the best things you can do for your future self. Here's why.

December 03, 2025

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