Personal Finance & Planning
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Personal Finance & Planning
Concerts Without Debt or FOMO
Today's concerts are designed to feel like once-in-lifetime experiences with sky-high prices to match. Don't go into debt to enjoy the show.


Want to Downsize Your Home?
Moving to a smaller house can have many financial advantages. Here's what you should consider from a tax perspective.

College Housing: Rent or Buy?
What are the options for off-campus college housing for your child? Explore the considerations between renting and the long-term income potential of buying a home.

6 Savvy Wedding Budget Tips
Wedding budgets aren't the most glamorous part of a wedding, but they play an important role. Learn how to keep your wedding costs from derailing your finances.

Large Withdrawal Mistakes
How to manage a large portfolio withdrawal without throwing the rest of your finances out of whack.
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Do I Need Life Insurance?
Life insurance can provide a financial safety net for your loved ones should the unexpected happen. We'll review what life insurance is and how it works.

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.

Charitable Gift Annuities
A charitable gift annuity (CGA) allows older individuals to donate a one-time distribution from an IRA to a qualified charity and receive income for life. Here's how they work.
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Do I Need Health Insurance?
We'll review what health insurance is, how it works, and some key benefits health insurance coverage provides to both your physical and financial health.

Trusts and Rates
The three estate planning strategies that can benefit from low interest rates.

Business Succession Planning
For entrepreneurs, retirement planning should include decisions about their company's future. Here are strategies to consider for successfully transferring ownership of a business.
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6 Steps for a Slowing Economy
The economy moves in cycles. But instead of worrying about a downturn, take these steps to help prepare your finances for whatever the future may bring.

Who Needs Umbrella Insurance?
Umbrella insurance can help you fill gaps in insurance coverage that can expose you to costly liabilities. Learn if umbrella insurance is right for you.

Roth IRAs for Kids
Using some after-school and summer earnings to save for retirement could lighten the burden for teen investors later in life.
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Finances and Young Adults
Schwab wealth strategist Susan Hirshman offers tips for helping young adult children become financially independent.

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

Your Retirement Lifestyle
When it comes to planning for retirement, determining your personal identity—and associated goals—is an important (and often overlooked) step.
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