‘I’m skeptical.’ 6 popular investment trends financial pros say you likely want to avoid
It’s easy to get sucked into the hype around many headline-making investments, be it meme stocks, crypto or…
I’m 62 and retired with $1M and no debt. My objective is income. A financial adviser wants 1.25%, but I’m wary of paying them regardless of performance. What’s my move?
Question: “I’m 62 and retired with $1 million in savings and zero debt. My objective is income. When…
You’re finally eligible to claim Social Security — but that doesn’t mean it’s the right time to retire
Published: Feb. 5, 2026 at 4:22 p.m. ET Americans become eligible for Social Security retirement benefits when they’re in…
10 biggest mistakes investors are making now, according to financial pros
Investing your hard-earned money carries risk — but having an established framework and approach is key to reducing…
‘The biggest waste of money.’ 6 financial pros tell us what investments you may want to kick to the curb
Many of us waste money on some of our investments — and may not even realize it. Broadly,…
Japan’s Credit Saison moves to launch online bank in Brazil this year
Finance Financial group sees unmet demand for loans among consumers and small businesses Japan’s Credit Saison looks to…
Got $20K? 9 financial pros tell us how you should invest it now
Investing $20,000 can be a powerful opportunity to build wealth — if you do it smartly. “A sound…
Türkiye expands buyer credit program to boost exporters
Türkiye’s export credit agency is expanding the scope of its buyer credit program, adding foreign trade instruments and…
‘Convince me otherwise.’ I think you’re better off with a portfolio of ETFs than a financial adviser, whose fees will eat into your returns. Am I right?
Question: “Why would someone pay money for a financial adviser when you can just buy an ETF or…
9 financial planners reveal: What is the No. 1 piece of financial advice you wish you’d known when you were younger?
You’re not the only one who wishes they’d learned some of life’s key money lessons earlier on. Indeed,…
The Depression-Era “Treasure” in Your Grandma’s Kitchen You Should Beg Her For (Could Be Worth Thousands)
Your mother’s (or grandmother’s) kitchen is probably not the first place you’d expect to find hidden treasures worth…
I’m 50 and I want to retire at 60. What should I be doing 2, 5 and 10 years out? When is the right time to hire an adviser?
Question: “I just turned 50 and am planning to retire when I’m 60. I need advice on my…