5 types of people who might need a financial adviser in 2026 — and those who don’t
You might be unsure if you actually need guidance from a financial professional. More than 40% of U.S.…
Proactive Technology Helps Extended Households’ Finances
Extended households have become a defining feature of U.S. consumer finance, even as they remain underrepresented in traditional…
Baby boomers were sold a myth about social security—here’s what it was
For decades, baby boomers were told a comforting story about their golden years. Work hard, pay into Social…
Retired IRS workers say they’ve gone months without pension payments or answers
Two former Internal Revenue Service employees told 11Alive they were pushed into early retirement last year with little…
How to do a financial reset for lasting results
Breadcrumb Trail Links Columnists Tackle debt, build savings, learn financial skills, and create lasting momentum for your money…
You know you’re lower-middle-class when these 7 purchases require a mental debate that wealthy people never have – VegOut
Ever find yourself standing in the grocery store, calculator app open, trying to figure out if you can…
Higher Income or Higher Risk?
Key Points Many people already believe that Dave Ramsey’s 8% rule is an excellent plan for retirement. The…
Why Warren Buffett’s Top Advisor Said You Should Avoid Blind Diversification in Investing
Key Takeaways In contrast to most financial advisors, Munger called wide diversification “protection against ignorance,” useful only when…
My plan to escape the mindless middle-class spending trap
I won’t call it a new year’s resolution as such but I’m hoping to be a tad more…
I want my $2.5M estate to go to my son — not his wife. Can I legally ensure the inheritance stays with him?
Elder woman When preparing a will, it’s not uncommon for awkward family dynamics to complicate the process. Imagine…
As Ross, 62, nears retirement, how can he minimize taxes now – and for his estate in the future?
Open this photo in gallery: Assuming Ross retires now and 2026 is his first low-income year, he should…
How much DWP benefits such as Universal Credit, PIP, JSA, ESA, Child Benefit and pension will by rise in 2026
Many benefits will increase in April at the start of the financial yearIt comes after the two-child benefit…