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Planning & Retirement

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5 Remodeling Money Mistakes

Remodeling your home can be your own transformation story, but make sure you think it through and avoid these five common financial mistakes.

January 20, 2026

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Having the Long-Term Care Talk

Starting a conversation with loved ones about long-term care can be intimidating, however, having the talk can help both parties plan ahead and make important decisions together.

January 15, 2026

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Eat at Home, Build Wealth

Whether to eat out or cook at home is a lifestyle—and a financial—choice. Explore ways to cut dining-out costs so you can save more to help you hit your financial goals.

January 14, 2026

College and education

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Ways to Pay for College

With college costs soaring, many grandparents want to step in to help. Here are three tax-smart strategies to consider.

January 12, 2026

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529 College Savings Plans

The 529 savings plan provides several tax advantages when used for education expenses.

December 16, 2025

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529 Accounts for Study Abroad

Yes, families can use 529 distributions to pay for costs associated with study abroad programs—but there are restrictions. Here's what to know.

November 14, 2025

Estate planning

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Financial Steps After Spouse Loss

Handling financial matters while navigating the emotions of losing a spouse can feel daunting. But by addressing the most urgent financial needs, you can make a clear path forward.

January 14, 2026

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Manage Your Money in a Divorce

Learn what financial steps to prioritize during a divorce, including calculating net worth, freezing certain assets, reviewing beneficiaries, and more.

January 13, 2026

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Ways to Pay for College

With college costs soaring, many grandparents want to step in to help. Here are three tax-smart strategies to consider.

January 12, 2026

Saving for retirement

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How Does a 401(k) Match Work?

Learn how a 401(k) match works and other FAQs like contribution limits, what happens if you leave your job, and tips if you can't contribute enough to get the full employer match.

December 11, 2025

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Whether you're considering a traditional IRA or already contributing to one, it's a good idea to know what will happen when it's time to take your hard-earned savings out. Here are four questions to get you started.

December 10, 2025

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How Does a Roth IRA Work?

Even if you don't have an employer sponsored retirement plan, it's still important to save for your future.

December 03, 2025

In retirement

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Retirement Health Care Costs

Four tips for managing health care costs in retirement.

November 19, 2025

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Annuities and Estate Planning

If you have an annuity you no longer need, consider these five ways to deploy the extra income in your estate plan.

November 19, 2025

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5 Questions for Gray Marriages

Getting married later in life raises a host of unique financial considerations. Here's what you can ask yourselves before you tie the knot.

November 07, 2025

Tax planning

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Tax Brackets 2025

Learn how 2025 tax brackets affect your filing strategy, deductions, retirement contributions, and credits—and how to plan smarter before Tax Day.

December 08, 2025

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Understanding Tax Cost Ratio

Tax cost ratio is a key metric for tax-efficient investing. Here's what it is and how it works.

November 18, 2025

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Cryptocurrency Donations

Donating cryptocurrency offers potential tax benefits but also comes with unique considerations that can complicate the process.

November 14, 2025

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