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As a consumer, have you noticed shortages? Here are some of the reasons behind supply-chain problems and how they might impact the economy.
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The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, included several provisions affecting financial aid and education. Learn more.
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From IRAs to 401(k)s, qualified retirement plans can be complex. This short quiz tests readers’ knowledge of a few of the finer points.
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This article explains the four stages of Part D prescription drug coverage and how prices can vary in the coverage gap.
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The December 2020 stimulus bill lets businesses deduct the full cost of restaurant meals in tax years 2021 and 2022. Get the details.
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Read about the causes of the recent inflationary trend. Does it represent a short-term phase or the start of a longer-term acceleration in prices?
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This article offers an overview of spousal benefits, which could make a big difference in funding retirement for a married couple.
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This article discusses socially responsible investments that may enable the pursuit of financial returns and make a positive global impact.
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As more states increase the minimum wage, small businesses may start feeling the economic impact. Read this article for some coping tips.
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This article discusses various high-frequency indicators economists use to monitor the pandemic’s impact and the economic recovery’s progress.
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This article outlines four elements of financial well-being and offers suggestions to strengthen financial wellness.
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This article discusses target-date funds and lifestyle funds, with the more common of the two based on time horizon rather than risk.
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Do you understand the Social Security retirement earnings test and how it may affect your current and future Social Security benefits?
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Find out why it’s important to draw a line between business and personal finances, especially for credit, tax, and personal asset purposes.
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Learn the story behind the extreme volatility of “meme” stocks promoted through social media, including the risk for individual investors.
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IRS cost-of-living adjustments affect retirement plan contribution limits and certain tax considerations. Explore these 2021 adjustments.
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This article explains which taxpayers are eligible for the home office deduction and describes the two methods used to calculate it.
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This article discusses various tax issues stemming from the two tax relief bills passed in 2020 in response to the pandemic and how they may affect you.
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This article offers a strategy that may help address sequence risk — the danger of poor investment performance at the outset of retirement.
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Financial opportunities and potential pitfalls can appear at any time. Here are common money mistakes to avoid at various stages of life.
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The Fed now seeks to control inflation through the benchmark federal funds rate. Find out what this means for investors and consumers.
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Discover how a living will and durable powers of attorney for health care and finances can help ensure your wishes are carried out.
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Read how small businesses use software services to help streamline operations, understand customers, optimize websites, and find new markets.
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For years, the “4% rule” helped retirees make their savings last, but now a more aggressive withdrawal strategy might be the new norm.
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This article presents five steps that could help focus and enhance a retirement savings strategy in 2021.
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Did you know there still may be reasons to hold money market mutual funds despite low yields? Read this article to find out more.
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The pandemic has underscored the importance of a well-stocked emergency fund. This article offers tips for building up a cash reserve.
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When deciding whether to gift assets now or transfer them to heirs at death, you need to understand step-up in basis and tax consequences.
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A look at bonus depreciation and Section 179, plus CARES Act changes that may benefit companies that reconfigured spaces for safety reasons.
