Ok, you’re feeling pretty good about your long-term savings habit and now have a rather decent IRA balance.  You’re turning 73 or already 73 or older.  Now Congress setup a […] ...

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Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period — and we’re tracking ...

You may fear it's hopeless to start investing in your 60s, but the reality is you've got more horizon than you think.

On May 22, 2025, the House of Representatives passed a tax bill (House Tax Bill) that proposes to make permanent – and increase – the section ...

You might be surprised by how much you can save when you are a few to 10 years from retirement. Pre-retirees should use the ...

On May 22, 2025, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 1, the budget reconciliation bill known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (the Tax ...

Itemized deductions are specific expenses you can subtract from your taxable income to potentially lower your tax bill. In ...

Pope Leo XIV earns about $33K a month—but does he get Social Security? Here’s what U.S. law says about his income, benefits ...

Hardship withdrawals typically come with steep penalties. On top of federal and state income taxes, you might be required to ...

Run out of room in your tax-sheltered investment accounts? Here's how you can position the rest of your portfolio.

Thinking about opening an annuity? Understanding how the 5-year rule works can help you avoid costly tax surprises.