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Planning & Retirement

Prepare for financial milestones and events

Financial planning

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Understanding Mortgage Rates

Why aren't mortgage rates falling more quickly? Learn how different interest rates work and the various factors that impact the interest rates we pay on mortgages.

April 18, 2025

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Beyond the 4% Rule

How much can you spend without running out of money? The 4% rule is a popular rule of thumb, but you can do better. Here are guidelines for finding your personalized spending rate.

April 15, 2025

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How to Maximize Travel Points

The Points Guy shares tips for making the most of your travel perks.

April 11, 2025

College and education

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Education Savings Accounts

You have a variety of choices when it comes to saving for your child's education: 529 plans, Coverdell ESAs, and custodial accounts. Let's review your choices.

April 10, 2025

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Help Heirs Pay for College

Superfunding a 529 or making direct tuition payments to a university can offer tax advantages, but the key to any strategy is planning.

April 04, 2025

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Costly College-Saving Mistakes

A 529 college savings plan offers many advantages, but it can come with some potential pitfalls. Here are five mistakes to avoid.

March 14, 2025

Estate planning

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3 Ways to Pass Down a Home

The pros and cons of different methods for leaving a home to your heirs.

April 15, 2025

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Help Heirs Pay for College

Superfunding a 529 or making direct tuition payments to a university can offer tax advantages, but the key to any strategy is planning.

April 04, 2025

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Financial Meetings for Couples

Coming together as a couple for an annual financial meeting can help ensure you're on the same page. Consider these five tips for a successful and productive meeting.

March 07, 2025

Saving for retirement

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4 Retirement Risks to Avoid

The five years before and after retirement are among the most important—and vulnerable—for your savings. Make the most of your later years by getting ahead of the potential risks.

April 16, 2025

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IRA Rules: 8 Things to Know

Knowing about different IRA rules can help you make better decisions about which type of retirement account best suits your situation.

March 26, 2025

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Choices Beyond a Roth IRA

If you're interested in contributing to a Roth IRA but your income exceeds IRS limits, you still have options to save for retirement in a tax-smart way.

March 11, 2025

In retirement

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4 Retirement Risks to Avoid

The five years before and after retirement are among the most important—and vulnerable—for your savings. Make the most of your later years by getting ahead of the potential risks.

April 16, 2025

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3 Retirement Income Mistakes

Avoiding simple mistakes can extend the life of your portfolio. Here are three common mistakes retirees make with their retirement income.

April 11, 2025

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Volatility in Retirement

Don’t have a cash reserve? Here are some ways to adjust your spending and withdrawals to help ease the burden on your portfolio.

April 07, 2025

Tax planning

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3 Ways to Pass Down a Home

The pros and cons of different methods for leaving a home to your heirs.

April 15, 2025

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Taxes in Retirement

As you approach and enter your golden years, calculating your tax obligations could be tricky.

March 14, 2025

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Contribution Limits for 2025

Under the SECURE 2.0 Act, catch-up contributions for older workers get a boost this year. Here's a look at what else is new for contribution and gifting limits in 2025.

March 07, 2025

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The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered an individualized recommendation or personalized investment advice. The investment strategies mentioned here may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review an investment strategy for his or her own particular situation before making any investment decision.

Investing involves risk, including loss of principal.

Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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Examples provided are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be reflective of results you can expect to achieve.

The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for specific individualized tax, legal or investment planning advice. Where specific advice is necessary or appropriate, consult with a qualified tax advisor, CPA, financial planner or investment manager.