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The Little-Known Stealth Tax That Bites Retirees And Near-Retirees
There’s a Stealth Tax retirees and near-retirees often don’t know about until they inadvertently trigger it, costing them a lot of taxes that often could…
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Expats Rank The Best Places To Live In The World
According to reports, interest in moving abroad spiked after the recent presidential debate. So what are the best places to…
Today's mortgage rates rise for 30-year terms while 15-year terms fall | July 9, 2024
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Trump VP pick JD Vance slammed Biden admin's student loan handout: 'Unfair and illegal'
Former President Trump's pick to serve as his running mate on the Republican ticket this year, Ohio Sen. JD Vance,…
This week's personal loan rates edge up for 3-year terms, while 5-year rates fall
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Can You Convert An Inherited IRA To A Roth IRA?
If you've ever inherited a retirement account, you've probably wondered how to use the funds best. Your new account can…
Economic optimism rises as U.S. job market adds 206,000 jobs
The U.S. job market is slowly stabilizing, as shown by the 206,000 jobs added in June, according to the Bureau…
Private student loan interest rates fall for 10- and 5-year terms
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2024 Medicare Open Enrollment Offers Chance To Stay Ahead Of Costly Changes
It’s that time of year when a storm developing in the Caribbean has the potential to become a hurricane. That’s…
Today's mortgage rates hold steady for 30-year terms while 15-year terms rise | July 10, 2024
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6 Ways To Get More Tax-Free Income In Retirement
I've never met anyone who loves paying more taxes on their retirement income. Building a retirement income you won't outlive…
Today's mortgage rates hold steady for 30-year terms while 15-year terms fall | July 11, 2024
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Stop Asking The Wrong Money Questions
I woke up this morning to a financial “headline” that, while not uncommon, grated on me even more today. It’s…
Mortgage rates tick down, still stuck near 7%
Mortgage rates fell slightly this week but are still hovering around 7%, remaining uncomfortably high for many would-be buyers. Freddie…
6 Questions Married Women Should Answer About Retirement Income
Married women face a special retirement planning challenge that’s best addressed when they and their spouse transition into retirement. Here’s…
Today's mortgage rates plummet for 15- and 30-year terms | July 12, 2024
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The Reasons President Biden Might Resist Retirement
Retirement decisions are always complex and rarely easy. As a veteran retirement researcher who has written books on the subject,…
Home prices hit another high, mortgage rates fall slightly: Freddie Mac
Mortgage rates continued their wave-like fluctuations, dropping slightly from last week when rates averaged closer to 7%. A 30-year, fixed-rate…
The 2024 Republican Platform’s Empty Promises To Older Adults
The Republican party platform, orchestrated by former President Trump, is filled with promises for those it calls “our Great Seniors.”…