Personal Finance News: Money Tips, Investing and Planning - Page 11

Daughters Are A Bargain? Not Necessarily, Say Parents

Robert Beaupre
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Daughters may be less likely to mooch off their parents in adulthood than sons are, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re cheaper in the long run.

Is Apartment Living Right for Your Retirement?

Dan Rafter
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There are plenty of benefits to living in an apartment in retirement, but the financial virtues of this move depend on a few variables.

Lost Your Job? Here’s How to Save Your Retirement

Dan Rafter
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Losing your job after 50 doesn’t necessarily mean your retirement-savings goals are scuttled. Learn how to protect your hard-fought savings.

Small Salary? Here’s How to Save for Retirement

Dan Rafter
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Think you’re earning too little to save for retirement? Try these tips for building a nest egg on a not-so-big salary.

Why the Rich Use Credit Cards and Keep Their Cash in the Bank

Maryalene Laponsie
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Here are four reasons the affluent turn to plastic for their regular spending.

4 Hidden Costs of Retirement

Dan Rafter
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While some retirement costs are obvious, others fly below the radar. Here’s how to prepare for some of the subtle expenses.

7 Tax Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making

Maryalene Laponsie
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Find out which commonly overlooked errors could cost you big bucks this tax season.

Understanding Lump Sum Benefits in Social Security

Dan Rafter
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Many retirees qualify for a one-time payment of up to six months of retroactive Social Security payments, but this move isn’t without its downsides.

7 Signs Your Aging Parent Needs Financial Help

Maryalene Laponsie
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Do your aging parents seem disorganized with their money? Here are signs that their financial competency may be slipping — and what you can do about it.

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