The retirement age in the U.S. is about to hit a new high next year as the final stage of a 1983 rule takes effect. More specifically, it is the full retirement age that is changing in 2026. Technically, you can start claiming retirement benefits from the Social Security Administration once you turn 62, but […]
A Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) is one of the best retirement wealth-building tools British investors have at their fingertips. Apart from being able to grow a portfolio without the handicap of capital gains or dividend taxes, investors also get the enormous compounding benefit of tax relief. Needless to say, that’s a handy advantage to building […]
The Fear and Greed Index is leaning far into the “Extreme Fear” measure. However, if you know anything about such measures of investor angst, you may ask, “Which Fear and Greed Index?” There is one trusted Wall Street measure of uncertainty — the VIX, a volatility tracker from the Chicago Board Options Exchange — and […]
Your employer-sponsored 401(k) is a simple, automated, and tax-advantaged way to save for retirement. There is no question you should use a 401(k) if your employer provides one. What you may need help deciding, though, is how much you should contribute to enable a comfortable retirement. Experts recommend saving 10% to 15% of your income […]
Has your savings balance finally hit $100,000? If so, congratulations on reaching this financial milestone! Chances are, you had to apply a combination of discipline and hard work to get here. Once you’ve taken a beat to celebrate, you may notice a feeling of uncertainty set in, especially when it comes to deciding where to […]
Your employer-sponsored 401(k) is a simple, automated, and tax-advantaged way to save for retirement. There is no question you should use a 401(k) if your employer provides one. What you may need help deciding, though, is how much you should contribute to enable a comfortable retirement. Experts recommend saving 10% to 15% of your income […]
Has your savings balance finally hit $100,000? If so, congratulations on reaching this financial milestone! Chances are, you had to apply a combination of discipline and hard work to get here. Once you’ve taken a beat to celebrate, you may notice a feeling of uncertainty set in, especially when it comes to deciding where to […]
There are only a few more payments left on your loan, and you’re ready to celebrate. But before you close out the account, you need to know what comes next. Paying off a personal loan isn’t simply about clicking “submit payment” one last time. It affects your credit profile, your monthly budget, and even your […]
It’s the first major data breach of the holiday season. DoorDash has confirmed a security breach in which hackers stole the personal information of users, Dashers, and merchants. The stolen info includes names, phone numbers, physical addresses, and email addresses. Social Security numbers and credit card information were not stolen, the company said. DoorDash has […]
It might sound surprising, but many people have money sitting in bank accounts that they’ve long since forgotten. Old checking or savings accounts can slip through the cracks after a move, a career change, or even when a bank merges with another financial institution. According to the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA), states […]
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released its updated retirement savings limits for 2026, announcing higher contribution caps for a range of tax-advantaged accounts. Why It Matters In a news release issued Thursday, the agency said individuals would be able to set aside more money in their workplace retirement plans next year, marking the largest increase in two […]
Democratic Senators are pushing legislation that could hike monthly Social Security payments by $200, arguing senior citizens are struggling to keep up with sky-high costs. The recently introduced “Social Security Emergency Inflation Relief Act” would include the additional money until July 2026. Recipients of Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, veteran disability compensation, veteran pensions and […]
