Category: Grow

5 Reasons You Should Claim Social Security ASAP

Miranda Marquit on July 7, 2019

Experts often recommend postponing claiming your Social Security retirement benefits. But there are situations in which you should just start taking the money earlier, not later.

Americans Say They Need This Much Money to Retire

Chris Kissell on July 6, 2019

If workers’ estimates are right, many are likely to fall far short.

Sudden Money: 6 Tips to Manage a Windfall

Craig Donofrio on July 4, 2019

Whether it’s a $100 million inheritance or a $3,000 tax refund, will you be ready when money suddenly lands in your lap?

Social Security Q&A: What Happens to My Spouse If I Die Before Filing for Benefits?

Russell Settle on July 4, 2019

It’s important to think about survivor’s benefits before deciding when to claim Social Security.

8 Ways to End 2019 Richer Than You Are Today

Angela Colley on July 3, 2019

Here’s how to measure your financial progress so you can make up for any shortfalls by year’s end.

5 Ways to Kick-Start Your Journey to Financial Independence

Melissa Neiman on July 2, 2019

This July Fourth, use the spirit of 1776 as motivation to get your financial life in order.

The 10 Greatest Money Hacks of All Time

Alex Valdes on June 30, 2019

Don’t settle for your current financial situation. Make sure you’re using all of these tricks to get rich.

Doing This Boosts Your Earnings by 75%

Chris Kissell on June 29, 2019

There are many things you can do to increase your income over a lifetime. But this tops them all.

Social Security Q&A: How Can My Spouse Squeeze the Most From Her Benefits?

Russell Settle on June 27, 2019

Trying to get the biggest benefit possible? Early claiming can complicate matters.

These 14 Companies Offer Top-Rated 401(k) Plans

Chris Kissell on June 21, 2019

To increase the odds of spending your golden years in comfort, consider applying for a job at these companies.

5 Ways Retirement Planning Is Different for Women

Maryalene LaPonsie on June 20, 2019

Here are the special retirement challenges women face — and what they can do to tackle them.

New Trading Platform Allows Novices to Join the ‘Smart Money’

Money Talks News on June 18, 2019

Sponsored Post: Traders and investors have fallen victim to the allure of passive investing — and as a result end up making few decisions themselves. Placing your own trades can sound scary, but a new award-winning trading platform is designed to help both novice and sophisticated traders take control of their own financial destiny.