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2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Invest in Real Estate Through Fundrise?
Stacy Johnson CPA on May 18, 2023
Crowdfunding through companies like Fundrise is becoming a popular path to potential profits in real estate. Here’s how it works.
2 Major Phone Companies Take ‘Key Step’ in Combating Robocalls
Chris Kissell on October 16, 2019
A recent breakthrough offers the tantalizing possibility that unwanted calls could be on borrowed time.
Social Security Q&A: Can Unearned Income Hurt My Wife’s Benefit?
Jeff Miller on March 17, 2020
Individual wages earned during retirement can impact Social Security benefits. But what about interest and dividend income?
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Invest In a Fixed Annuity?
Stacy Johnson CPA on March 25, 2019
If you’re of a certain age, you’ve probably heard of annuities. Here’s a simple explanation of how they work and whether they’re for you.
Social Security Q&A: Can I Get Survivor’s Benefits If My Spouse Died Young?
Russell Settle on March 17, 2020
You might be able to collect survivor’s benefits even if your spouse dies before the age of 62. But you must meet a couple of key conditions.
5 Last-Minute Tax Filing Tips to Save You Money
Jim Gold on July 23, 2021
Tax-filing time is upon us. Follow these tips if you are among the legions of procrastinators.
How to Get Your Free Credit Report in 6 Easy Steps
Karen Datko on April 27, 2021
You need to do this today — here is a step-by-step guide to making the process painless.
We’re Giving $2,500 to a Lucky Winner
Moshe Berman on March 18, 2019
Enter our Cash For Retirement Sweepstakes for your chance to win $2,500!
2-Minute Money Manager: Should I Get a Variable Annuity?
Stacy Johnson CPA on March 18, 2019
Some variable annuities offer all the upside of the stock market without any of the downside. Too bad that protection comes at a cost.
75% of Americans Don’t Realize This Tax Strategy Is Legal
Chris Kissell on May 28, 2019
Americans are largely clueless about one of the best ways to keep the taxman at bay.
Social Security Q&A: What Will My Spouse Get If I Die?
Jeff Miller on March 17, 2020
Want to leave your spouse in the best possible financial position if you should die? Here’s how to do it.
9 Employers and Job Resources to Pursue as an Older Worker
Alex Valdes on March 13, 2019
Plenty of employers are tapping into the growing 50-and-older crowd. Here’s how to find them.
Social Security Q&A: Can Avoiding Marriage Boost Our Benefit?
Russell Settle on March 17, 2020
Saying “I do” can have both positive and negative impacts on the size of your monthly Social Security payment.
The 10 Cities Where Seniors Rely on Social Security the Most
B.T. Ballenger on May 7, 2020
Retirees in these U.S. cities depend heavily on Social Security benefits to fund their golden years.
5 Ways Marriage Can Make You Wealthier
Karla Bowsher on March 4, 2019
Marriage may have its financial pitfalls, but it’s still rich with monetary advantages.
Which Companies Hire People to Work from Home?
Money Talks News on March 27, 2020
A retiree who isn’t ready to stop working but hopes to work from home asks our expert which firms are most promising for remote positions.
How Much You Need to Earn to Buy a House in 20 Major U.S. Cities
Gael F. Cooper on March 1, 2019
Check out the most affordable U.S. housing markets and the most insanely expensive ones.
How Does Your State Rank for Economic Security?
Gael F. Cooper on March 9, 2019
A family must earn anywhere from $60,000 to $136,000 per year to be considered economically secure, depending on the state in which they live. How does your state stack up?
Social Security Q&A: Can My Wife Collect Her Spousal Benefit Before I Collect?
Jeff Miller on March 17, 2020
If you have a spouse, you have a lot of Social Security claiming choices, especially if the two of you are different ages.
Did You Miss These 7 Tax Credits and Deductions?
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 27, 2019
Every dollar of deductions and credits you uncover can mean money in your pocket. Don’t file that return until you’ve gone over this list.
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