A strategic, one-time 401(k) loan can be a smart financial move in specific situations. Here are five scenarios where it might make sense.
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Life has a way of throwing curveballs when we least expect them. Whether it’s a medical emergency, natural disaster, or unexpected loss, having your important information organized and accessible can make all the difference for you and your loved ones during crisis moments.
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For high-income earners who can afford to pay medical expenses out-of-pocket, an HSA isn't just a healthcare account. It's arguably the best retirement savings vehicle available, offering tax advantages that even a 401(k) can't match.
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Credit cards that offer points, cash back, and travel benefits can be valuable tools for getting more out of your everyday spending. But to truly benefit from rewards cards, you need to use them strategically. Here's how to make the most of your credit card rewards without falling into common traps.
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One of the most pressing questions during a divorce is how it will impact taxes. Your filing status, withholdings and property division are key areas where you’ll want to be clear on tax implications so you can make a holistic decision without tax surprises after everything is said and done.
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Scammers are evolving faster than ever, and seniors have become their primary target. In 2024 alone, older Americans lost over $3.4 billion to fraud—a staggering increase driven by two particularly insidious schemes: Medicare and Medicaid fraud that weaponizes healthcare confusion, and Bitcoin ATM scams that exploit urgency and fear. These aren't the clumsy phone scams of yesterday. Today's criminals use sophisticated caller ID spoofing to appear as legitimate government agencies, deploy AI-generated voices that sound remarkably authentic, and employ psychological manipulation tactics refined through thousands of successful thefts. What makes these scams especially dangerous is how they prey on trust—trust in Medicare, trust in law enforcement, and trust in technology that many seniors didn't grow up with. But knowledge is power, and understanding how these scams work is your first line of defense.
