Jim Gold

Jim Gold is a reporter and editor who's covered business and personal finance issues since the stock market crash known as Black Monday - October 22, 1987.

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The Top 7 Things People Plan to Do in Retirement

on June 28, 2022

See if your anticipation of retirement you have when young matches realization as a senior.

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9 Ways to Brace Your Finances for a Recession

and on May 9, 2022

Many say a recession feels near. Here’s what you should be doing today.

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14 Money Terms to Learn So You Don’t Die Broke

and on February 24, 2022

Want to outlive your money? Ignore these crucial financial concepts.

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7 Steps to Quickly Eliminate Your Holiday Debt

on January 5, 2022

The holiday season isn’t really wrapped up until the bills are paid. These tips can help you tackle debt fast.

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7 Great Tools to Help You Get Out of Debt

on October 27, 2021

These free and cheap apps and sites can help you pay down debt and achieve financial freedom.

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7 Tips for Planning Your Dream Retirement Overseas

on October 19, 2021

Many retirees get the place right but the due diligence wrong. Here’s what to do if you’re considering retiring abroad.

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12 Smart Money Moves to Make in October

on October 13, 2021

National Financial Planning Month is a good time to get started on a money plan, or to make course corrections.

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10 Common Ways Seniors Get Scammed

on July 27, 2021

Here’s what to watch for to make sure you don’t fall prey to some of the biggest rip-offs targeting seniors.

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7 Easy Ways to Stay Out of Debt

on June 23, 2021

It doesn’t take much to slip into debt. These tips will help keep you from falling into the depths of fiscal despair.

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10 Iconic Brands That Disappeared and 7 That May Soon Follow

and on October 21, 2020

The pandemic is blamed for pushing familiar U.S. brands into bankruptcy this year.

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15 Major Companies That Filed for Bankruptcy Due to the Pandemic

on August 29, 2020

Unprecedented financial pressure is sending many retailers and restaurants to bankruptcy court. Is your favorite on the list?

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4 Types of Economic Damage Experts Predict From COVID-19

on July 9, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has upended lives and livelihoods and will leave long-lasting damage to the U.S. economy, analysts say.

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Overseas Retirement: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly

on June 2, 2020

Consider these highlights, lowlights and tips from Americans who have done it themselves.

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The 2 Best Places to Retire Overseas in 2020

on May 11, 2020

These destinations offer affordability, good health care and mild climates.

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4 Steps to Prepare for an Income Emergency

on April 28, 2020

Many Americans are ill-prepared to deal with financial disruptions. If that’s you, here’s how to turn it around.

How to Get In on Real Estate Investing Even If You Don’t Have Much Money
How to Get In on Real Estate Investing Even If You Don’t Have Much Money

on April 27, 2020

Now you can expand your portfolio beyond typical stocks and bonds and join the wealthy, who long have benefited from investing in real estate.

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16 Tips to Avoid Costly Kitchen Burns While Stuck at Home

on April 24, 2020

Hospitals are seeing more burns during the coronavirus lockdown. Here’s how to stay safe and avoid costly injuries.

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Make 24 Times More on Your Savings

on April 15, 2020

This online bank offers a way to build savings at a rate far above the national average.

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This Tool Can Save You Hundreds on Recurring Costs

on April 14, 2020

It’s so easy to lose track of how much you spend on subscriptions and more. This app makes it easy to monitor and cancel unwanted payments.

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Can’t Pay Your Taxes? Here Are 5 Options

on April 8, 2020

Can’t pay your tax bill? Find out how to keep yourself from getting on Uncle Sam’s bad side.

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