During 2025, the US stock market has experienced some of the most dramatic price swings in over 50 years. Faced with so much uncertainty, many...
Financial
From expert advice on investments and budgeting to discussions about economic trends and retirement planning, these articles aim to equip readers with the knowledge they need to manage their personal finances, make informed monetary decisions, and otherwise navigate the complexities of the financial world. Whether readying savings for the future or maneuvering day-to-day costs, the insightful advice equips readers to take control of their fiscal picture and achieve economic stability.
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What Medical Expenses Are Not Tax-Deductible?
Are medical bills tax-deductible? Is dental work tax-deductible? The answer to both questions is yes…sometimes. Before you take any medical expense deduction, there are some...
Where to Stash Your Cash Now
Cash is still king, but for how long? Last year, the Federal Reserve initiated an aggressive interest rate–cutting cycle when inflation dropped from exceptionally high...
Visa vs. Mastercard: What’s the Difference?
When Americans make purchases with plastic, that card usually sports either a Visa or a Mastercard logo. These two payment-processing networks together command more than...
Best Credit Cards Now
What is the best credit card? There isn’t one—no single card is ideal for every cardholder, says Bottom Line Personal expert Ted Rossman of Bankrate.com....
Surprising Mistakes You Could Be Making In Your Will
Most people understand the importance of writing a will. If you die without one, your state’s “intestacy” laws determine who inherits your assets and in...
Protecting Elderly Parents from Financial Scams
Here’s a frightening scenario—your elderly mother has been sending money to a new “friend” she met on the Internet. You confront Mom and deliver a...
US Treasury Bill ETFs
Many small investors are holding larger-than-normal amounts of cash now as a buffer against a volatile stock market that is near all-time highs and loads...
Life Insurance for Seniors
Senior life insurance? People tend to purchase life insurance policies relatively early in adulthood, when they are starting families and taking out mortgages, to cover...
What Is FAFSA? How to Apply for Financial Aid
If you have a child approaching college age, you’ve probably heard about “FAFSA,” an important step in securing financial aid. But exactly what is FAFSA?...
How Do I Know If I Have 40 Credits for Social Security?
Social Security credits are accumulated by earning income and paying payroll taxes on that income. But if you fail to accumulate at least 40 Social...
What a Landlord Can—and Cannot—Do
If you’re a renter, you may wonder what the law allows or forbids your landlord to do. Questions you may have: Can I call the...
