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You can boost your retirement income with this special type of mortgage — but is it worth the risk?
Reverse mortgages remain the pariahs of the U.S. loan world. A 2022 study published in Oxford Academic revealed there were just 33,000 reverse mortgages originated during the same year when 609,000 ...
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The cost of long-term care in America has grown — here's how you can prepare
Nursing homes aren’t popular in America. In fact, 70% of respondents to a West Health and Gallup poll in 2023 said they’d be uncomfortable ever being admitted to one and 61% reported they’d be ...
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US credit card debt just hit a new record of $1.17 trillion — how can Americans dig their way out of this hole?
It’s no surprise that Americans often rely heavily on credit cards to make ends meet. And with a recent period of rampant inflation, it’s equally unsurprising that credit card balances are on the rise ...
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Invesco's Chief Global Market Strategist highlights the 5 biggest risks investors need to consider heading into 2025
Wealthy people know that having money is not the same as being good with money. WiserAdvisor can help you shape your financial future and connect with expert guidance. A trusted advisor helps you make ...
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Young Americans think they need $600,000/year to be ‘financially successful’ — and Boomers only think they need $100,000. Which group is right?
There’s already a big enough gap between Baby Boomers and subsequent generations on everything from comedy to eating habits, but adding to that divide is what defines financial success. According to a ...
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We're a retired couple from Dallas — can we afford to live a similar lifestyle abroad on Social Security alone?
Retirement is a time for Americans to live the life they’ve dreamed of — or at least what's affordable — and that can sometimes mean leaving the U.S. behind. Imagine trading city views and high prices ...
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What’s the tax torpedo all about?
The tax torpedo hits when your combined income reaches a certain threshold. It triggers additional taxation on your Social Security benefits. For single filers with combined income above $34,000 or ...
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Famed economist Larry Summers issues dire inflation warning to Americans after Trump's White House win — 3 ways to help protect yourself in 2025
Headline inflation has eased in the U.S., but according to economist and former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers, soaring prices may not be over — especially in light of Donald Trump’s recent ...