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What Can Happen if You Live Together Without a Cohabitation Agreement?
Lots of people live together without being married, and there's nothing wrong with that, but if things go south or one partner dies, complications can ensue.
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Dating Again? Nine Rules for Older Singles
Don't be afraid of dating when you're older. But do be careful. We have some dos and don'ts for senior daters.
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Increase Your Social Security Payments up to $2,187 Each Month
retirement This strategy can delay starting Social Security, building a bridge from retirement to higher monthly income.
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The Wash Sale Rule: Six Things to Know to Avoid Tax Pitfalls
Investing The wash sale rule is important when you are selling and rebuying stocks to offset losses.
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How to Lower Your Tax Bill Next Year
Income Taxes Knowing how to lower your tax bill (pay less taxes) requires some strategizing. Here are a few tax tips to help make it happen.
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When Is the Next CPI Report?
CPI Reports When does the next CPI report land and what inflation rate is expected?
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13 Smart Estate Planning Moves
retirement Follow this estate planning checklist for you (and your heirs) to hold on to more of your hard-earned money.
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Don't Let Your Credit Card Rewards Expire
Travel If your miles or points are expiring too soon, see if you can reset the clock by transferring some to another loyalty program.
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The Best Materials Stocks to Buy
Materials stocks represent a wide swath of cyclical industries. Here's how investors can find the best ones to buy.
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Could Joint Banking Be The Key To A Happy Marriage?
Joint banking could lead to fewer arguments and increased relationship satisfaction.
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How to Find a Financial Adviser for Retirement Planning
Finding the right financial adviser for retirement planning can save you time and money in the long run.
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Six Risks of Delaware Statutory Trusts in 1031 Exchanges
Here's how proper preparation can help you successfully navigate these DST risks, from market uncertainties to structural limitations.
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Did You Bet on Super Bowl 59? Don’t Forget Taxes
Sports Betting If you won or lost a bet on the big game, remember these sports betting considerations to avoid tax surprises later.
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What's Wrong With Trump's Pledge to End Taxes on Social Security Benefits
Social Security Eliminating taxes on Social Security benefits could impact your finances. Here's what you need to know.
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Retire in Costa Rica With These Three Tax Benefits
Retirement Taxes Costa Rica may be a good place for retirement if you like the low cost of living and savings for your heirs.
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Five Ways to Ease Caregiver Stress
Caregiver stress is real. Here are five techniques to protect your health and happiness while caring for a loved one.
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Financial Strategies Borrowed From the Big Game's Playbook
Like the best football teams, you can win at financial planning by executing a strategy, making halftime adjustments and staying focused on the ultimate prize.
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Three Ways to Plan Now for a Social Security Shortfall Later
The outlook for Social Security is gloomy, but you can save now to protect against benefit cuts later. If the cuts don't happen, you'll still be better off.
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Ten IRS Audit Red Flags for Self-Employed Individuals
IRS Audits Taxpayers who file Schedule C with their Form 1040 have a greater chance of an IRS audit.
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The Fine Print: What Trump Isn’t Telling You About His 2025 Tax Plans
Tax Law & Policy Knowing the impacts of various tax priorities and proposals can empower you to make informed financial decisions as we move through 2025.
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Is It Too Late to Invest in Bitcoin?
The price of the world's No. 1 cryptocurrency recently surpassed $100,000 for the first time. Is it too late to invest in bitcoin?
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Where to Retire: Living in the Dominican Republic
Living in the Dominican Republic is a big draw for ex-pats looking for a warm, sunny and affordable retirement. Should you make the move, too?
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Extra Cash? Should You Pay Off Debt or Invest?
Depending on your financial situation, you might benefit from paying off debt, investing or both. Here are some things to consider before deciding.
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The Future of 1031 Exchanges Under Trump Looks Bright
As a real estate investor himself, President Trump appears poised to preserve the tax-deferring power of this strategy. But you still must follow the rules.
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Gambling vs Investing: How to Tell the Difference
It's easy to get caught up in the excitement of placing a bet on the Big Game, but beware of letting that emotion drive your investing decisions.
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The 15 Most Expensive Housing Markets in the US: Real Estate with the Highest Average Home Prices
real estate The most expensive housing markets in the U.S. have an average home price almost three times the national average.
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What Are the Types of Mutual Funds?
Answering the question "what are the types of mutual funds" will help you choose the right vehicles based on your risk profile and your objectives.
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How to Trade Futures
Futures allow investors and traders to hedge positions or to speculate on price action. Let's look at how to trade futures and why you might want to do it.
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Are You Using Dividend Investing Right?
Dividend investing is a profitable and proven method to generate solid long-term returns. But investors must be tactical when choosing the best dividend stocks.
