Michael DeSenne
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How Much Can You Contribute to a Solo 401(k) for 2019?
401(k)s Some self-employed savers can put away as much as $62,000 for retirement in a solo 401(k) in 2019, depending on age and compensation.
By Thomas H. Blanton Published
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How Much Can You Contribute to a SEP IRA for 2019?
IRAs The maximum SEP IRA contribution is $1,000 higher than the 2018 limit and is significantly more than can be saved for retirement in a regular IRA.
By Thomas H. Blanton Published
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How Much Can You Contribute to a Roth 401(k) for 2019?
401(k)s The Roth 401(k) contribution limit increased by $500 to $19,000 for 2019. Workers 50 and older can save an extra $6,000 for retirement.
By Thomas H. Blanton Published
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How Much Can You Contribute to a Roth IRA for 2019?
IRAs The Roth IRA contribution limit is $6,000 for 2019, up from $5,500 in 2018. Retirement savers 50 and older can contribute an extra $1,000. Income limits apply.
By Thomas H. Blanton Published
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Are Social Security Offices Open on Veterans Day and Other Federal Holidays?
retirement Find out if your local Social Security field office is likely to be closed due to Veterans Day or another federal holiday before you make the trip.
By Michael DeSenne Published
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7 Ways to Retire Without a Mortgage
retirement Admit it: Whether you're 35 or 65, the prospect of retiring without a mortgage is an attractive one.
By Michael DeSenne Published
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Den of Thieves
Markets Author: James B.
By Michael DeSenne Published
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4 Features to Look for in a Tiny Retirement Home
retirement Certain design features can make tiny homes safer and more comfortable for downsizing retirees.
By Michael DeSenne Published
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10 Reasons You Will Never Get Out of Debt
debt Buried under a pile of past-due bills? Follow these tips to pay off what you owe and get yourself back on firm financial footing.
By Cameron Huddleston Published
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10 Most Affordable Big Cities in the U.S.
real estate Big cities offer more employment opportunities, more things to do and more people to meet than smaller towns.
By Michael DeSenne Published
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10 Reasons You're Still Broke
savings You have a job, maybe even a good one, but your paychecks never seem to stretch as far as you think they should and ends never quite seem to meet.
By Cameron Huddleston Published
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Kiplinger’s 2014 Stock Picks: Readers Weigh In
investing We asked individual investors on Kiplinger.com to forecast the best-performing stock from our list of recommendations for 2014. The runaway favorite may surprise you.
By Michael DeSenne Published
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Your Stories: The Financial Toll of Alzheimer's
Long-Term Care Insurance Real people share their experiences with the crippling costs of coping with the disease.
By Michael DeSenne Published
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10 Costliest Catastrophes in the U.S.
insurance Catastrophes destroy homes and vehicles, displace families and interrupt business.
By Michael DeSenne Published
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2011 in Review: Eight Stories with the Biggest Impact on Your Wallet
Economic Forecasts From gyrating markets to anemic interest rates, it's been a stressful year for your personal finances. Here's how to prosper in the future.
By Michael DeSenne Published
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10 Costliest Catastrophes in the U.S.
insurance Recall with us the ten costliest catastrophes in the U.S., with our guidance on how to best protect yourself against similar losses.
By Michael DeSenne Published
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Now Hiring: 10 of Today's Hottest Jobs
business Believe it or not, even with the unemployment rate stubbornly high and many industries reluctant to staff up, there are employers out there who still can’t find enough qualified applicants.
By Michael DeSenne Published
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