Annuities are powerful tools that should be seriously considered as part of anyone’s retirement plan.
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This is the easiest way to pay less in taxesUnless you have a fat pension or are independently wealthy, you have no choice but to max out your 401(k), writes Philip van Doorn.
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How to roll over a 401(k)
You don’t always have to move an old workplace plan, but making the move can help you better keep track of your finances.
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How to choose a health-care planThe right health insurance plan can both save you thousands of dollars and keep you from having to skimp on care when you’re sick. Here’s what you need to know when choosing health-care coverage.
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How to choose a beneficiary
Choosing a beneficiary is the cleanest and clearest way of leaving someone money after you’re gone. But the process also requires consideration of both the amount of money at stake and the beneficiary’s ability to handle a potential windfall. Here’s how to do it.
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How to write a willToday is always the best time to compose your Last Will & Testament, because, well, you know what they say about tomorrow. Here’s how to write a will.
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How to buy a life insurance policy
Life insurance is designed to replace the income generated by a wage-earner and to help cover things like mortgage payments, children’s college education and other major expenses over a lifetime. Here’s how to get started.
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How to invest for retirementInvesting for retirement is more complicated than opening an IRA or maxing out your 401(k). In fact, according to a survey by Charles Schwab of people 50 and older, nearly one in three say they find investing for retirement a bigger challenge than dealing with expenses or saving money. Here are ways to make it easier.
