Suddenly Inherited Money? The Critical Steps You Need to Take First
What you should do with an inheritance, even if it comes at the worst possible time.
May 23, 2026
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I Loved My Italian Vacation: Here's How I Keep the Roman Glow Going Until the Next Trip
Travel is expensive and stressful these days. Here's how I'm preparing for my next trip to Italy — and how I feel like I'm already there.
May 23, 2026
Can You Really Lower Your Bills Just By Asking? Here's What Happened When I Tried.
I asked all my service providers for lower prices. Here's what happened.
May 23, 2026
3 Questions That Define Your Ideal Social Security Claiming Age
Claiming Social Security too early can cost you thousands. Before you file, ask these essential questions to ensure you aren't leaving money on the table.
May 22, 2026
Ask the Tax Editor, May 22: Roth IRAs and the Five-Year Rule
In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on Roth IRAs and the five-year rule, including contributions and conversions.
May 22, 2026
Millennials, Many of You Are Making These Common Money Mistakes (and You Won't Like the Consequences)
It's easy to lose track of spending when you're focused on your family and career. But this is what you're risking when you don't save or protect your income.
May 21, 2026
Here's How Your Favorite Stores Use Surveillance Data to Charge You More
From online to in-store, retailers track your behavior to set maximum prices. Here's how to fight back.
May 21, 2026
'Inflation Comes and Goes,' But Your Savings Can't Wait: Dave Ramsey’s 8 Ways to Protect Your Retirement
Ready to call it quits? From timing Social Security to planning, here are 8 pieces of Dave Ramsey advice for a secure retirement.
May 21, 2026
When Spouses Clash on Retirement Age: Longevity Risk vs Early Retirement
How can a couple get retirement timing "right" when one spouse comes from a long-lived family and the other doesn't?
May 20, 2026
The 75% Safety Net: How All-Asset Retirement Planning Helps Reduce Your Investment Risks
You combine your housing wealth and lifetime annuities to help ensure that an average of three-quarters of your retirement income is not subject to market risk.
May 19, 2026
3 Ways to Potentially Avoid Falling Into a Tax Trap in Retirement, From a Financial Adviser
You may think you'll pay less in taxes once you retire, but taxable withdrawals and Social Security can keep your tax bill as high as it was during your career.
May 17, 2026
How to Help Your Adult Kids Without Hurting Your Retirement
The Bank of Mom and Dad can be challenging — financially and emotionally. These tips pave the way.
May 17, 2026
10 Cheapest Places to Live in Georgia
Looking for affordable Georgia living? These counties offer the lowest property tax bills in the state.
May 17, 2026
The First 5 Years After a Salary Jump: How to Handle a Pay Raise Without Buying a Life You Can't Afford
Getting a raise is the perfect time to focus on building wealth, but only if you do these things before your "new" money vanishes into a shinier lifestyle.
May 16, 2026
Chasing the Sun: How Savvy Retirees Are Affording the Two-Home Lifestyle Now
Living in two cities as a snowbird has its financial challenges, but when you do it the right way, it's fun and affordable. Here's how to protect your wealth as a seasonal snowbird.
May 16, 2026
The 'Take That Uncle Sam' Quiz: Are You Overpaying in Retirement?
Test your retirement tax knowledge with our short quiz.
May 16, 2026
The $9 Trillion Shift: Why Your Retirement is Less Safe in an IRA and How to Protect It
IRAs now hold a $9 trillion surplus over 401(k)s, largely due to rollovers. Learn how to secure your retirement savings against legal risks and hidden fees.
May 15, 2026
Ask the Tax Editor, May 15: Deductions for Self-Employed Retirees
In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on available tax breaks for retirees with a side hustle.
May 15, 2026
7 Reasons Your Portfolio Needs More Than Just an S&P 500 ETF in 2026
An S&P 500 ETF might be the easiest, most obvious investment you can make. But it probably shouldn't be the only one.
May 15, 2026
3 Questions To Ask Before Unretiring So Your Dream Job Doesn’t Become a Nightmare
Thinking of unretiring? Before you decide to return to work, make sure you know the answers to these critical questions.
May 15, 2026