Just 12% of eligible Americans are taking this smart step to avoid retirement taxes
As a retiree, the last thing you want to worry about is paying out a big chunk of your fixed income to the IRS. Unfortunately, many different sources of retirement income could be taxable, including distributions from your retirement account as well as some of your Social Security benefits.
5 Medicare surprises that could wreck your retirement
Millions of seniors rely on Medicare for health coverage, but misunderstanding how the program works could make for a financially rocky retirement. Here are a few aspects of the program that tend to catch retirees off guard.
Columbia University students threaten to withhold 'exorbitant' tuition costs next semester citing 'economic depression'
Students pointed to the fact that other institutions have already offered a reduction in tuition fees.
Today's mortgage rates — one rate pulls out from freefall | December 2, 2020
Check out the mortgage rates for December 2, 2020, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday — with one exception.
Today's mortgage refinance rates — one rate inches back up | December 2, 2020
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for December 2, 2020, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday — with one exception.
Retirement and what people wish they had known before moving to Florida
I’ve seen countless “snowbirds” retire down south to Florida.
5 of the best ways to boost Social Security benefits
This growing reliance on Social Security demonstrates how important it is for future generations of retired workers to maximize what they'll receive from the program. While some benefit-boosting catalysts, such as the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) or congressional action, are beyond our control, there are five smart and effective ways workers can increase their Social Security benefits.
LivePerson CEO: Banking platform 'Bella' meant to 'love its customers'
Rob Locascio breaks down Bella's customizable interface
Today's mortgage rates sink even further from yesterday's record lows | December 1, 2020
Check out the mortgage rates for December 1, 2020, which are down from yesterday.
Today's mortgage refinance rates — one rate plummets to new low | December 1, 2020
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for December 1, 2020, which are unchanged from yesterday — with one exception.
Cyber Monday shoppers spend record-breaking $10.8B
Consumer spending increased by 15% over 2019's previous record of $9.4 billion.
Why COVID has made Giving Tuesday more important than ever this holiday season
The coronavirus pandemic has impacted all of us and the charities and non-profits that support our communities are no exception
Purina says Americans will donate more to pet charities amid coronavirus, holiday: survey
Pets in need are going to receive some much needed assistance this holiday season, according to Purina.
Here are the major retailers offering big Cyber Monday deals
Shoppers are projected to spend a record-breaking $10.8 billion to $12.7 billion on Cyber Monday.
How do your 401(k) contributions compare to the average?
If you're wondering how your contributions stack up to your peers, recent data from Fidelity provides some insight into this question.
Today's mortgage rates in freefall, hitting record lows | November 30, 2020
Check out the mortgage rates for November 30, 2020, which are down from last Tuesday.
Today's mortgage refinance rates drop to 54-day low after Thanksgiving weekend | November 30, 2020
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for November 30, 2020, which are down from last Tuesday.
Priceline CEO: Travel could return in second half of 2021
Brett Keller on Priceline, travel deals
7 financial planning tips to act on before the end of 2020
The window of opportunity to trim that 2020 tax bill, save for retirement and leverage strategies to secure your financial future is closing.
It's the 2020 COVID holiday season, here's how to use even a small amount of money for good
As the economy begins the process of reopening and recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, many charities and non-profits are in a precarious position and need help.















