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Personal Finance & Planning

Perspectives on financial planning and investments from Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

Personal Finance & Planning

Retirement Saving and Living

Retirement is an important and often stressful planning, saving, and investing goal. Learn from those who have been through it.

September 15, 2023 Rob Williams

High Incomes and Medicare

Medicare premiums can jump sharply if your retirement income rises above certain levels, but there are steps you can take to prepare and minimize the impact.

September 15, 2023

The Business of Consulting

If you're ready to leave an employer and strike out on your own as a consultant, it helps to plan ahead, set up a separate business structure, and make sure you're properly insured.

September 14, 2023

Air Jordans: Diversification

My Jordan sneaker collection is an example of diversification in your portfolio. Explore why that is important.

September 13, 2023

Roth Options for High Earners

Even if your income is above the limit, here are four ways to contribute to a coveted Roth account.

September 12, 2023

Personal Finance & Planning

Medicare Decisions to Make Now

There's more to enrolling in Medicare than just turning 65. Make these Medicare decisions ahead of time—then celebrate.

August 30, 2023

Education: 529 Savings Plans

A popular college-savings vehicle is the 529 savings plan, which provides several tax advantages when used for education expenses.

August 24, 2023

Charitable Donation Basics

Helpful tax tips for your charitable contributions, including stock donations.

August 22, 2023

Personal Finance & Planning

Budgeting for Student Loans

Ready to face the return of student loan repayments? Conquer your budget by tracking expenses, cutting back on non-essentials, and balancing debt payment with retirement savings.

August 16, 2023

Life Events and Taxes

Life's major milestones can have implications for your taxes. Here are tips to help get ahead of them.

August 15, 2023

Retiring on a College Campus

Rapidly growing university-based retirement communities offer opportunities for seniors to stimulate their minds, but it's important to understand the upsides and downsides.

August 14, 2023

Personal Finance & Planning

4 Questions Clients Are Asking

Top wealth strategists discuss some of the most pressing concerns they're hearing from clients today.

August 14, 2023

529s for Multiple Generations

Under the right circumstances, a dynasty 529 college savings plan can fund your family's education for generations to come.

August 14, 2023

Preserving Family Wealth

Good communication and a clear mission can help cement your family's legacy for generations to come.

August 14, 2023

Personal Finance & Planning

Planning for Long-Term Care

Like other aspects of retirement planning, the prospect you'll need long-term care carries financial implications but also much more. Here's what you need to know.

August 14, 2023

The Effects of Higher Rates

A look at who benefits and who suffers when the Federal Reserve raises interest rates.

August 11, 2023

Creating a Special-Needs Trust

For estate owners who have heirs with disabilities, providing financial support is paramount. A special-needs trust can help protect vulnerable family members without affecting government benefits.

August 11, 2023

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Insights & Ideas are provided by Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered an individualized recommendation or personalized investment advice.  All expressions of opinion are subject to change without notice in reaction to shifting market conditions.