Money Matters

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Find Health Insurance After Job Loss

Suddenly find yourself out of work? You can find health insurance coverage while you’re looking for new employment or waiting for Medicare.

May 4, 2022

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Does Your Retirement Account Need Rescuing?

Many are shocked at how much of their tax-deferred balances will be erased by current taxes when withdrawing funds. Here are some tips should your retirement account need rescuing.

April 29, 2022

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When to Expect Your Social Security Checks

Social Security, disability, and survivor benefits generally come the month after the month they are due—so expect your July Social Security checks in August.

March 25, 2022

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Financial Infidelity and Its Effect on Relationships

More than 1/3 of U.S. adults with combined finances in a relationship admitted to hiding a purchase, bank account, statement, bill, or cash from their partner.

March 25, 2022

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Get Help as an Elder Orphan

Worried about being an elder orphan? Find someone honest and reliable to look after your estate, health, and long-term care when you can’t do it yourself.

March 25, 2022

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Retirement Savings Risk: Do You Want Green or Red Sauce With That?

High retirement savings risk in hopes of getting higher returns may not be the ideal decision for those who are within a few years of retiring.

March 11, 2022

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Tax Breaks for Caregivers of Elderly Parents

Adult children who help look after their aging parents or other relatives can take advantage of several tax breaks for caregivers.

March 2, 2022

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50+ and Looking for Extra Income? Combat Age Bias in the Workplace

Job-hunting has morphed into the new senior hobby. But to combat age bias in the workplace, senior job applicants need a different angle to make an impression.

February 21, 2022