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Perspectives

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

Retirement

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 Patrick Means

10 Money Questions and Answers

Almost everyone has money questions. Here are 10 everyday money questions and answers to help you now.

December 03, 2025

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

Retirement Health Care Costs

Four tips for managing health care costs in retirement.

November 19, 2025

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

Investing Strategies

Today's Options Market Update

Bitcoin and stock futures are moving in separate directions as focus turns to consumer sentiment and shutdown-delayed PCE data ahead of next week's Fed rate decision.

December 05, 2025 Joe Mazzola

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Equity markets have remained largely unchanged this week as investors anticipate guidance from the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting.

December 05, 2025

Stocks Down Approaching PCE

Stock futures dip as focus turns to consumer sentiment and shutdown-delayed PCE data ahead of next week's Fed rate decision.

December 05, 2025

Looking to the Futures

Bitcoin (/BTCZ25) and Ethereum (/ETHZ25) Futures looked to continue their rebound from the recent November lows on Thursday as optimism of a December rate cut continues across the broader market.

December 05, 2025

Markets & Economy

Today's Options Market Update

Bitcoin and stock futures are moving in separate directions as focus turns to consumer sentiment and shutdown-delayed PCE data ahead of next week's Fed rate decision.

December 05, 2025

Stock Sector Outlook

Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.

December 05, 2025

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Equity markets have remained largely unchanged this week as investors anticipate guidance from the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting.

December 05, 2025

Personal Finance & Planning

Today's Options Market Update

Bitcoin and stock futures are moving in separate directions as focus turns to consumer sentiment and shutdown-delayed PCE data ahead of next week's Fed rate decision.

December 05, 2025

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Equity markets have remained largely unchanged this week as investors anticipate guidance from the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting.

December 05, 2025

Stock Sector Outlook

Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.

December 05, 2025

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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