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Tax season stressing you out? Weâve got you. Join Donât Short Yourself Live to ask MarketWatchâs Andrew Keshner and Beth Pinsker your tax questions on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Sign up here:
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Why 2026 Is A Major Year For Your Taxes - And It's Not Just New Tax Laws
Itâs the first tax filing season after a major tax law passed last summer. How will it impact Americansâ tax returns? Weâll also explore how AI can helpâor notâwhen it comes to doing your taxes. Whatâs the smart way to use it? Join MarketWatch Reporter Andrew Keshner and Financial-Planning Columnist Beth Pinsker for a live discussion and audience Q&A. This session is brought to you by Donât Short Yourself Live, where MarketWatch editors, journalists and guests distill complex money questions into practical movesâfrom tax strategy to smarter savingâso you can stop guessing and start acting.
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The great âshrinkflationâ of housing in America: What $500,000 buys today vs. what it bought in 2019
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The great âshrinkflationâ of housing in America: What $500,000 buys today vs. what it bought in 2019
In 2019, $500,000 was more than enough to buy a single-family home in much of the U.S. Today, that amount only covers the cost of a condo at best in some cities.
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about 18 hours ago
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Donât make the same mistake I did when I tried to save $200 on my last flight
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Donât make the same mistake I did when I tried to save $200 on my last flight
I had to change my travel plans at the last minute â and I ended up losing money because of this relatable booking practice
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about 23 hours ago
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Mortgage delinquency rates for people in Americaâs lowest-income areas havenât been this high since 2016
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Mortgage delinquency rates in Americaâs lowest-income areas havenât been this high since 2016
Delinquencies are up in areas where unemployment rates are rising and home prices are falling.
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My husband, 73, wants to sell our $300K rental and buy an annuity. Is that wise?
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My husband, 73, wants to sell our $300K rental and buy an annuity. Is that wise?
âHe believes the annuity will net $1,600 per month, the same as the rent from the house.â
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My brother-in-law invested $30K in our California condo. It has a 3% mortgage rate. Heâs pushing me to sell. Is now a good time?
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My brother-in-law invested $30K in my condo with a 3% mortgage. He wants to sell
âWeâre only breaking even because of rising HOA fees in this state.â
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The first five years of retirement are crucial. Hereâs how to make sure your money lasts the rest of your life.
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The first five years of retirement are crucial. Watch out for the âthievesâ of retirement wealth.
As retirees go from getting a regular paycheck to spending their hard-earned savings, there are a few factors that can push them off course financially.
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How to get your spouse excited about money
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This Valentineâs Day, show your spouse where the money is
If you want to show your love, write out a road map to your finances.
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2 days ago
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Taking the new Wegovy pill every day is really complicated. Will patients stick with it?
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Taking the new Wegovy pill every day is really complicated. Will patients stick with it?
âItâs not an easy pill to takeâ: The first highly anticipated GLP-1 pill is here, but physicians arenât sure it has the staying power of the injections
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2 days ago
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These brain exercises could cut your dementia risk by 20% over 20 years
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These brain exercises could cut your dementia risk by 20% over 20 years
Weâre winning the fight against dementia, one battle at a time.
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âItâs not a sign that itâs going well.â The median amount American workers have saved for retirement is $955.
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âItâs not a sign that itâs going well.â The median amount American workers have saved for retirement is $955.
Are we saving enough for retirement? It depends on who you ask.
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What can you do if your doctor retires or quits?
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A severe doctor shortage is coming. What can you do?
There will be an estimated shortage of 40,000 primary-care doctors in 2036.
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3 days ago
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More than 1 million homeowners are underwater on their mortgage â a 7-year-high. Hereâs what experts advise they do.
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More than 1 million homeowners are underwater on their mortgage â a 7-year high. Hereâs what experts advise they do.
About 1.1 million homeowners were underwater on their mortgages at the end of last year as home prices stalled, signaling a deepening crisis within the housing market.
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3 days ago
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Iâm 59, earning six figures, but my daughter wants me to retire to watch my future grandkid for a year. Can I afford it?
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Iâm 59, earning six figures, but my daughter wants me to retire to watch my future grandkid for a year. Can I afford it?
âI do have a decent 401(k) and also should be able to benefit from my husbandâs Social Security.â
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3 days ago
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Escape the âgay taxâ while planning for retirement with these three mindset shifts
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Escape the âgay taxâ while planning for retirement with these three mindset shifts
How to save for tomorrow and still enjoy life today.
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3 days ago
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My wife and I have $2.5 million, but not much in Roths. Should we do a mega backdoor conversion?
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My wife and I have $2.5 million. Should we do a mega backdoor conversion?
âWe save $7,000 per month in our taxable account, and we are both maximizing our 401(k) plans.â
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3 days ago
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Americans now have much more money in IRAs than 401(k)s. Why that leaves workers more vulnerable.
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Americans now have much more money in IRAs than 401(k)s. Why that leaves workers more vulnerable.
With fewer protections and guardrails, we have a much less effective system.
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3 days ago
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Why 2026 Is A Major Year For Your Taxes - And It's Not Just New Tax Laws
Itâs the first tax filing season after a major tax law passed last summer. How will it impact Americansâ tax returns? Weâll also explore how AI can helpâor notâwhen it comes to doing your taxes. Whatâs the smart way to use it? Join MarketWatch Reporter Andrew Keshner and Financial-Planning Columnist Beth Pinsker for a live discussion and audience Q&A. This session is brought to you by Donât Short Yourself Live, where MarketWatch editors, journalists and guests distill complex money questions into practical movesâfrom tax strategy to smarter savingâso you can stop guessing and start acting.
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4 days ago
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The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged more than 1,200 points Friday, ending above 50,000 for the first time in history and cementing a strong stock market rebound. Read more here:
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Dow closes above 50,000 for first time after rough week for U.S. stock market
Dow surged more than 1,200 points Friday
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5 days ago
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5 days ago
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3 signs your DoorDash or UberEats habit is wrecking your financial health
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3 signs your DoorDash or UberEats habit is wrecking your financial health
As Americans struggle to afford necessities such as housing, transportation, insurance, childcare and education, many households â including low- and middle-income ones â are seeing another expense creep up in their monthly budgets: restaurant-delivery apps.
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6 days ago
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Hereâs the smart way to play the stock marketâs Super Bowl Indicator
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Why smart investors are ignoring the 2026 Super Bowl Indicator
Bulls want the Seahawks; bears cheer the Patriots. You shouldnât worry if your team loses.
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6 days ago
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This Super Bowl, the game to watch is prediction markets versus sportsbooks
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This Super Bowl, the game to watch is prediction markets versus sportsbooks
If youâre risking money on the big game, one of these methods could be a surprising tax win.
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6 days ago
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âIâm too cute to be waitingâ: A guy Iâm dating is constantly late. Is this a financial red flag?
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A guy Iâm dating is constantly late. Is this a financial red flag?
âHe is always apologetic.â
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6 days ago
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Iâm dating a guy who asks me to pay for most dates â and brings a flask to bars to save money. Is he cheap?
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Iâm dating a guy who asks me to pay for most dates. Is he cheap?
âHe says he doesnât always feel comfortable giving his credit-card information out online.â
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7 days ago
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These hidden costs of car ownership are giving buyers sticker shock long after they leave the dealership
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These hidden costs of car ownership are giving buyers sticker shock long after they leave the dealership
While eye-popping vehicle prices have been front and center for car buyers for the past several years, other less visible costs of car ownership have also been rising.
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7 days ago
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The scariest part of buying my fiancĂ©eâs engagement ring (hint: it wasnât the price)
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The scariest part of buying my fiancĂ©eâs engagement ring (hint: it wasnât the price)
How I found find peace of mind after making one of the most important purchases of my life â and it can help you, too
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7 days ago
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My direct report told my boss I was âjudgmental and belittlingâ for giving her feedback. How am I supposed to manage her?
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My direct report told my boss I was âjudgmental and belittlingâ for giving her feedback. How am I supposed to manage her?
âShe does not seem to trust or accept my judgment on her ideas, and she often asks me to go to my boss for a second opinion.â
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7 days ago
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The Social Security data breach is a national-security disaster that could hurt Americans for the rest of their lives: whistleblower
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The Social Security data breach is a national-security disaster that could hurt Americans for the rest of their lives: whistleblower
Every Americanâs personal data is at risk of fraud after DOGEâs alleged mismanagement, Social Securityâs former chief data officer tells MarketWatch.
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âI didnât find out until after it was doneâ: Chase cut my credit-card limit due to low usage. Could this affect my credit?
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Chase cut my credit-card limit due to low usage. Could this affect my credit?
âIâm wondering whether this could cause a ripple effect in which other banks might do the same with my lesser-used credit cards.â
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8 days ago
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Where should I retire? How to use all those âbest placesâ lists to find your perfect spot.
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Whereâs the real âbest placeâ to retire? Tips to making those lists work for you.
Hereâs a rundown of six best-places lists in the U.S. and two global ones.
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8 days ago
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These 2 charts show why buying a house is the hardest itâs been in decades
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These 2 charts show why buying a house is the hardest itâs been in decades
Home buyers across America have had little relief from sky-high home prices over the last few years. Two charts explain why thatâs not likely to change soon.
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8 days ago
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How do I get the extra $6,000 âsenior bonusâ this tax season?
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How do I get the extra $6,000 âsenior bonusâ this tax season?
Tax-filing season is officially open this year â and taxpayers age 65 and older may get an additional $6,000 deduction when they file a return.
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8 days ago
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This is the No. 1 thing Americans worry about being able to afford in retirement â and itâs not food or housing
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This is the No. 1 thing Americans worry about being able to afford in retirement â and itâs not food or housing
Some say these worries will impact how they vote in the midterm elections.
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8 days ago
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âIâm rich in everything but parentsâ: I inherited $400K. Is it unwise to use this money to buy a house with my boyfriend?
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I inherited $400K from my parents. Is it unwise to buy a house with my fiancé?
âIâm a 40-year-old woman in a committed relationship, and Iâve experienced the loss of both of my parents.â
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8 days ago
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âI love being debt-freeâ: Iâm in my mid-50s and buying a house. Do I take out a $400K mortgage or use my Roth IRA?
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Iâm in my 50s and buying a home. Do I take out a $400K mortgage or use my Roth?
âIâll fund $500,000 of that from the sale of my current house.â
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8 days ago
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Explain this financial paradox to me like Iâm 16. Why would I, or anyone, lease a car?
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Explain this financial paradox to me like Iâm 16: Why would I lease a car?
ââWhatâs the point of paying thousands of dollars?â
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8 days ago
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8 days ago
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People who work for a paycheck have less money than you think
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Many U.S. households feel like they canât get ahead financially â and theyâre right
The top wealth holders outpace everyone else.
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Where home buyers have landed the best deals weâve seen on houses in over a decade
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60% of home buyers paid below asking price in 2025. Hereâs where they found the best deals.
A quarter of recent home buyers who paid below the list price got a discount of 10% or more, the highest share since 2012
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âThis is our second marriageâ: Weâre in our 60s. How do we split expenses if we move in together and rent one house?
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Weâre in our 60s and just married. How do we split bills if we move in together?
âWe have been taking turns living in his house and my house.â
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9 days ago
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Iâm afraid a bridesmaid will drop out of a bachelorette party and leave us on the hook. How can I avoid this?
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I fear a bridesmaid will drop out of a bachelorette party and not pay her share
âShe has a history of not respecting other peopleâs time or money.â
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10 days ago
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My âdistrustful and selfishâ brother is executor of our family estate. How can I clip his wings?
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My selfish brother is executor of a family trust. Can I put property in my name?
âI am not looking to hire an attorney.â
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10 days ago
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The maid of honor wonât put expenses on her credit card for the bachelorette party. As a bridesmaid, should I be offering?
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The maid of honor wonât make decisions for the bachelorette. Should I step in?
âI still havenât been reimbursed for the cabin deposit I paid for the wedding weekend.â
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10 days ago
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4 tips to file your taxes like a pro â and get your refund faster
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4 tips to file your taxes like a pro â and get your refund faster
Expecting a bigger tax refund? Thereâs no money back until you get through tax filing.
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10 days ago
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Think you canât afford a house? More than half of down-payment assistance programs are now open to buyers earning over $100K.
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Home prices are so high that more than half of down-payment assistance programs are now open to buyers earning over $100K
The number of down-payment assistance programs is on the rise, and a growing share are open to people of all income levels.
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10 days ago
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Hereâs whatâs worth streaming in February 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, Peacock and more
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Hereâs whatâs worth streaming in February 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, Peacock and more
With a few notable exceptions, Winter Olympics puts the chill on new streaming releases
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10 days ago
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âWe live on Social Security and pensionsâ: Iâm in my 70s and my house needs repairs. Do I take out a $50K loan â or sell stocks?
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My house needs repairs. Do I take out a $50K home loan â or sell stocks?
âWe live on Social Security and pensions.â
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10 days ago
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More teens are investing in the stock market as the American dream falls out of reach
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Meet the teen investors building a path to the new American dream
As more kids invest, new âTrump accountsâ may make it even easier.
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11 days ago
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This single mom saved $1 million in 15 years to retire at 49. How to use her strategies to catch up on retirement savings.
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This single mom saved $1 million in 15 years to retire at 49. How to use her strategies to catch up on retirement savings.
Itâs not too late to fast-track your retirement savings, even if youâre 50 years old and have debt.
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11 days ago
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