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How to Keep Tabs on Your Credit Report
Coronavirus and Your Money Free weekly access is ending, but several services let you view your credit files more than once a year.
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Yours, Mine … and Maybe Ours? Advice for Couples on How to Handle Money
personal finance Picking the right money-handling strategy for your family – separate finances, a joint account or something in between? – can make a big difference on how well you function and how well you get along.
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How to Divorce a Millionaire (Tip: Watch Out for Executive Compensation)
Divorce The more money involved in a divorce, the more you need to know about things like stock options and restricted stock awards.
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4 Key Steps You Can Take to Safeguard and Secure Your Identity
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How to Pick the Perfect Credit Card
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How to Possibly Pay 0% in Taxes on Your Taxable Investment Gains
tax planning Don’t miss out: Certain people with low enough taxable income can sell stocks or mutual funds to convert their taxable gains into tax-free money. Here’s how.
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How to Play a Steeper Yield Curve
Investing for Income The first of the year was a downer for corporate bonds and real estate and utility shares. It was strong for floating-rate loan funds.
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How to Address Retirees’ No. 1 Concern
retirement planning It’s a top worry for people nearing retirement: the fear of running out of money. By preparing for retirement with an income plan, you can feel confident in your golden years.
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How to Spot (and Squash) Nasty Fees That Hide in Your Investments
retirement planning Your annual investment statement might look hot this year, but it’s probably missing one very important figure: the fees you paid.
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How to Avoid 2021 Being as Much of a Disaster as 2020
personal finance Maybe it’s time to try a different kind of financial resolution for the new year: one that’s more about helping others than helping yourself.
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How to Create a Retirement Income Plan That Can Last a Lifetime
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How to Stay Safe on the Slopes
Coronavirus and Your Money Ski resorts have made changes to deal with COVID. Here’s what to expect.
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How to Find Yield With Emerging Market ETFs
Foreign Stocks & Emerging Markets Yield-hungry investors who are willing to take on extra risk should consider emerging-markets debt.
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How to Find a Good Financial Professional – or Dump a Bad One
retirement planning Financial professionals can be invaluable on your journey to financial wellness. For the best experience, it’s important to find the right one for you.
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How to Tell Whether You Can (or Should) Splurge on a Luxury Purchase
personal finance Think hard before you buy that sports car, RV or other dream item. There are other places where your money could serve you much better. Here’s how to evaluate whether a splurge works for you, and what you might be giving up.
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How to Prepare Yourself (and Your Money) for COVID-19 in 2021
personal finance Get planning now so you aren’t caught unprepared for the continuing financial effects of this global pandemic.
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How to Turn Your Retirement Savings into Retirement Income
retirement Your retirement income plan starts with a primer on Income Allocation planning, my method of creating a reliable stream of income big enough and steady enough to last you through retirement.
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How to Safely Socialize (and Work) at Home During the Pandemic
home Tips for transforming your backyard area into a social distancing hang out, as well as creating a work-from-home haven.
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How to Help Your Family Wealth Last for Generations
estate planning Creating generational wealth takes careful planning and thoughtful sharing of intentions, plus the right investment vehicle.
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How to Vote for Social Change with Your Investments
investing Want to invest your money in companies that care about climate change, racial equity or other issues important to you? Consider “Socially Responsible Investing.” With a little help, it’s easier than you might think.
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Be a Budgeting Expert: How to Track Spending with a Detailed Budget
Budgeting Want to go beyond the Envelope Budget? Try this free budgeting spreadsheet to draw up your own plan and get a firm grip on where your money is going. We’ll walk you through each step.
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The Envelope Budget: How to Make It Work for You
Budgeting An oldie but goodie, the envelope budget is a great place to start for beginning budgeters. Here’s how it works.
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How to Not Financially Paralyze Your Children
personal finance If you’ve spoiled your kids – or are worried you might spoil them – here are some steps to take to help ensure they become financially independent.
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How to Build a Diversified Real Estate Investment Portfolio
real estate investing Having a diversified commercial and multifamily real estate portfolio is important to potentially reduce risk and create multiple opportunities for potential income and appreciation. Diversification is even more important in tumultuous times like these. Here’s a look at how to build a diverse real estate investment portfolio.
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Divorce: Who Pays for Education and How to Afford It
Divorce You think Junior should go to public school, and your ex wants him to go to a pricey private school instead. Who pays? How do you decide? Buckle up, because these discussions could get bumpy.
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Tax Tip: How to Deduct Property Damage Caused by Hurricane Zeta
Tax Breaks Get the maximum tax deduction for property losses resulting from Hurricane Zeta or other natural disasters.
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How to Play Defense on Your Debt – Even in an Economic Downturn
debt management For anyone with debt to their name, right now could be a great time to take advantage of unique opportunities to either refinance, pay off or even drag out their payments. Which strategy is right for you?
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How to Negotiate a Break on Rent
Healthy Living on a Budget The downward trend in rents has me thinking it's time to ask my apartment manager to reduce my rent.
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Couples Both Working from Home? How to Maximize Your Finances
retirement planning The COVID-19 pandemic has brought financial possibilities as well as challenges to many households. Here’s what to do to make the most of them.
