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Health Insurer Canceled Plan Without Warning: What You Can Do
A consumer lost health coverage abruptly and still awaits an MRI. We break down your rights when insurers cancel plans.
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Elder Mom Wants to Fund Grandkids' School, Sparking Family Fairness Debate
An 87-year-old woman plans to pay for her grandchildren's education, leaving her childless child questioning the equity of the arrangement.
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Mortgage Rates Rise for Second Consecutive Day This Saturday
Home loan and refinance rates climbed again Saturday, marking a two-day streak of increases for borrowers.
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Wealthy Investors Pour Billions Into New TALS Tax Strategy
Tax-aware long-short strategies have surged past $170 billion in assets, drawing wealthy investors despite notable risks.
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Young Americans Find Traditional Wealth-Building Paths Closing Off
Gen Z and younger millennials face a reshaped economy that has eroded the classic routes to financial security previous generations relied on.
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How to Build Steady Retirement Income Without Buying an Annuity
Financial expert Jean Chatzky's new book outlines strategies for creating reliable retirement income streams without the cost of annuities.
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Why Portfolio Rebalancing Makes Sense as Stocks Soar and Bonds Slide
Stocks near record highs and a bond sell-off have created a prime opportunity for investors to rebalance toward their target risk levels, advisors say.
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Mortgage Rates Today, Sept. 7: Purchase Rates Undercut Refi
Fixed purchase mortgage rates are running below refinance rates Monday, creating a split market for borrowers.
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Robert Kiyosaki Backs Decade-Old Investment Amid $1.2B Debt Load
The 'Rich Dad Poor Dad' author is doubling down on a long-held investment strategy even as he carries massive personal debt.
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One Woman's Journey From Social Security Fear to Investing Confidence
A self-taught investor shares how she broke free from a poverty mindset and learned to build wealth on her own terms.
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Should a 68-Year-Old Spend Half a 401(k) to Buy a Home?
A retiree weighs whether to tap half their 401(k) to purchase a home with a mortgage. Here's what financial experts consider.
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Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers Toward Riskier ARM Loans
Mortgage rates have climbed to their highest level since June 2025, driving more homebuyers to adjustable-rate loans to offset borrowing costs.
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Used Cars Under $20K Are Vanishing Fast From Dealer Lots
Affordable used vehicles sell quickly but supply is shrinking. Buyers face real trade-offs in today's tight market.
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Affordable Used Cars Under $20K Are Selling Fast Amid Tight Supply
Used vehicles priced below $20,000 move quickly off lots, but shrinking inventory and inflation are forcing buyers to make tough trade-offs.
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Mortgage Rates Today, Aug. 31: Purchase Rates Top Refinance
Purchase mortgage rates are running above refinance rates Monday. Here's what borrowers need to know.
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Dell Foundation to Begin $250 Grants for Trump Account Kids Monday
The Dell Foundation says eligible children holding Trump Accounts will start receiving $250 grants as early as this week.
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At 84 With $8M Saved, Are Roth Conversions Still Worth It?
An 84-year-old and his 77-year-old wife question whether Roth conversions make sense at their age with $8 million saved.
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Tax Pitfalls Every Social Media Influencer Must Avoid
A court ruling against an influencer's Grammy ticket deduction spotlights three critical tax traps content creators face — and how to sidestep them.
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Best CD Rates Today, Aug. 25, 2026: Earn Up to 4.30% APY
Multiple banks are offering CDs at up to 4.30% APY on Tuesday. Here's what savers need to know before locking in a rate.
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Four Low-Cost ETFs That Can Cover Your Entire Portfolio
A carefully chosen four-fund ETF lineup can capture every major US market segment while keeping expenses nearly invisible.
Read more →Connecticut Man Wins $5.8M Lottery but Never Collects a Dime
A Connecticut man hit a $5.8 million lottery jackpot but a critical mistake cost him every cent of the prize.
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Suze Orman Warns Emergency Savings Gap Puts Families at Risk
A new survey reveals many households can't absorb a $500 shock, threatening retirement goals, Suze Orman warns.
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S&P 500 Index Funds Are Solid, But Diversify to Cut Risk
S&P 500 index funds have rewarded investors, but experts warn against overconcentration as volatility risks grow.
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Seahawks Player Montorie Foster Jr. Earned Real Estate License Before Super Bowl Win
Seattle Seahawks player Montorie Foster Jr. secured his real-estate license ahead of his Super Bowl championship, using the ring as a networking tool.
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Sold a Rental at a $75K Loss? What to Know About Your Tax Options
A landlord who sold a rental property at a $75,000 loss is weighing whether to buy another property to offset a tax bill.
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Turning Retirement Savings Into Monthly Income Is the Real Challenge
Accumulating a nest egg is only half the battle. Converting savings into reliable monthly income stumps even diligent retirees.
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Should Retirees Pay Off a 2.9% Mortgage With Investment Funds?
A retired couple with $2.3M in investments weighs whether to liquidate assets to eliminate a $300K mortgage at a historically low rate.
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How to Retire on Florida's Gulf Coast at Age 59
Retiring early to Florida's Gulf Coast is possible at 59 with the right financial planning and lifestyle adjustments.
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Suspicious Email Invites From Friends: Phishing or Real?
Receiving unexpected email invitations from contacts can signal a phishing scam. Here's how to tell the difference before you click.
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Net Worth Benchmarks by Age for Financial Security in the U.S.
A new Aspen Institute benchmark reveals roughly three-quarters of Americans fall short of the wealth needed to prosper at every life stage.
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IRA First, Social Security Last: A Six-Figure Retirement Strategy
Retirees with $500K may gain six figures by drawing IRAs early and delaying Social Security, a sequencing strategy worth knowing.
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At 67 With a $140K Pension, Should You Delay Social Security to Age 70?
A 67-year-old retiree with a $140,000 pension weighs delaying Social Security to 70 to boost spousal survivor benefits after his death.
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Why Stock Pickers Keep Trying to Beat a Market They Know They Can't
Most active investors know the odds are stacked against them, yet they keep trading anyway. Here's how to manage that impulse without wrecking your portfolio.
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Retire at 67 With a Pension: Should You Delay Social Security to Age 70?
A 67-year-old with a $140,000 pension weighs delaying Social Security to boost his wife's survivor income after his death.
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7 Early Habits That Keep Adult Kids Talking to Their Parents
A parenting expert studied 200+ parent-child relationships and found key habits that build lasting communication between parents and children.
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At 73 and Still Working Full Time, Can You Avoid Social Security Taxes?
A 73-year-old full-time worker fears an unexpected tax bill on Social Security benefits. Here's what to know about the rules.
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Free Steak Dinners From Financial Advisers: Should You Go?
Retirees are fielding waves of adviser dinner invitations. Experts weigh the ethics and risks of attending for the free meal.
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DGRO vs. VIG: Which Dividend-Growth ETF Wins for Income?
Both ETFs target large-cap dividend growers at minimal cost, but index construction differences create meaningful divergence in outcomes.
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Child Expert With 5,000 Families Shares Top Parenting Rule
Child development specialist Siggie Cohen identifies a daily communication mistake parents make and explains how simple questions can transform family dynamics.
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Friend Sheltered a Homeless Man for 10 Years — Now Faces Eviction Dilemma
A woman who took in a homeless man as a live-in caretaker now wants him gone after a decade. The eviction process may be more complex than expected.
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