More posts by Christopher Smith
It's easy to focus on your investment choices and your returns. But tax implications and investment fees can have an…
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If you shop online, you've probably noticed the increasing presence of new options on the checkout pages of major retailers.…
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Aflac's ubiquitous duck mascot is fun to imitate. But what insurance does Aflac sell, and do you really need it?…
What is a Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), and how is it different than a 401(k) or IRA? To start, money…
With the Federal Reserve eager to tamp down inflation, the period of historically low interest rates in the United States…
In some ways, reviewing Charles Schwab isn't much different now than it would have been in the 1970s. Guided by…
Money expert Clark Howard is giving you his 10-step guide to saving and investing for free, all in one place:…
You can get life insurance with no medical exam. If that’s appealing to you, make sure you understand how these…
If you provide for anyone financially, you may worry about what would happen to them if you died. Buying a…
Buying life insurance sounds like a complicated decision, but most people can start shopping by making a simple comparison: term…
Compound interest is one of the most exciting financial phenomena. Why? It's earning interest on interest! Get 10% in annual…
You probably know Fidelity Investments is a giant, popular investment company. Our Fidelity review will help you figure out whether…
Money expert Clark Howard thinks that beyond supporting yourself, saving and investing for retirement should be your most important financial…
It's possible that we're headed for a recession in the United States right now. However, that may not mean what…
Choosing between a traditional and Roth 401(k) or IRA means sifting through a number of variables. But if you have…
Funding your retirement is one of the most important financial goals you'll ever pursue. But it can seem daunting, especially…
If you're enrolling in your company retirement plan, your company may offer you a choice: a Roth 401(k) or a…
If you're a saver, you've been punished for years with terrible interest rates on your savings account, CDs or money…
Now that Americans have survived the most recent Tax Day, millions of people will be waiting months for the IRS…
Inflation is a prominent discussion point in 2022, as some consumer goods have reached historically high price points. Lost in…
Did you know you can put aside thousands of dollars toward retirement each year through a spousal IRA even if…
Inflation in the United States reached a 40-year high in February as consumer prices surged 7.9% year-over-year. The New York…
