Retirees may save with this year-end charitable donation tax strategy
Retirees may donate to charity from their individual retirement accounts with a qualified charitable distribution. Here’s what to know, according to advisors.
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Didi jumps 14% on the week amid report of Chinese government taking it over
State-owned companies based in Beijing would invest in Didi to gain control under the early-stage proposal pending government approval, Bloomberg News reported.
Student loan borrowers have 4 more months without payments. How to make the most of the extra cash
For most borrowers, student loan payments won't be due until 2022. Experts weigh in on the best ways to spend the extra cash until then.
Op-ed: Weighing the options to continue or end expanded unemployment benefits
In the wake of unprecedented upheaval amid the Covid pandemic, directing fiscal stimulus towards the unemployed has offered a reliable "bang for the buck."
Fears about Social Security's future funding shouldn't prompt you to claim benefits early
A new report finds Social Security can only pay full benefits for 12 years. Experts say fears about the program's future shouldn't lead you to claim...
Here are some strategies to pay off that big credit card debt
Overall, credit card balances have declined in the pandemic. But for many, the debt is only growing and it can be hard to see a way...
Here's why it's smart to start saving for retirement when you're in your 20s
"Most people that I sit down with always say 'I wish I started sooner,'" said Tess Zigo, a certified financial planner at Emerge Wealth Strategies.
Pandemic's $794 billion unemployment benefits were historic. Here’s a look back at their scope
Federal unemployment programs, which end this weekend, greatly expanded the safety net for the jobless during the pandemic.
Caring for aging family members can be very costly. Don't miss out on these tax breaks
Caring for aging relatives can be costly. But there may be federal and state tax breaks to help ease the burden, financial experts say.
Many companies are offering generous tuition assistance so workers can go back to college
More companies will pay for college, yet this valuable workplace benefit is often overlooked.
Investing Pre-IPO
Learn the difference between early and late-stage startup investment opportunities and how to invest pre-IPO. Continue reading
New York extends eviction protection for renters until Jan. 15
New York state lawmakers voted to extend an eviction ban until Jan. 15, following the Supreme Court's decision last month to overturn the national moratorium.
If you claim Social Security early, it can affect your spousal benefits. Here's what to know
If you are married, you might want to evaluate whether tapping Social Security early (before your full retirement age) could hurt your spousal benefits.
The 6-month federal health insurance subsidy for jobless Americans is ending. Here's what to do next
The government's subsidized health insurance coverage through COBRA will end this month. Here's what you need to know if you were relying on it.
Op-ed: Traditional 60/40 portfolio has actually reached its expiration date
The traditional 60/40 portfolio will likely neither grow in excess of inflation nor provide much downside protection.