Now may be a good time to do a Roth conversion. But, contrary to an argument that’s popular right now in financial planning circles, “the factors that make such a Read more
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12 ways to make your retirement better for the planet
Today’s preretirees and retirees face several financial challenges in addition to concerns about the world we leave our children and grandchildren, as described in the first part of this series. Read more
Opinion: 10 things to talk about with your financial adviser
Given today’s challenging markets and unprecedented economic circumstances, a midyear review of your investments and wealth plan takes on a heightened sense of urgency this year. Stock prices are down, Read more
News and analysis for those planning for or living in retirement
From MarketWatch: Scared of stocks? Most investors are too conservative with their retirement plans: With market volatility, it’s understandable why some Americans are hesitant to put their money into equities Read more
Beach or pool closed? 6 reasons why there’s lifeguard shortage this summer
If you head to your local pool or beach this Fourth of July weekend, don’t be surprised to find that it’s closed: A lifeguard shortage of epic proportions is playing Read more
Fourth of July travel: 42 million people to hit the road, despite gas prices
Millions of Americans will be driving from sea to shining sea over the Fourth of July weekend, historically high gas prices be damned! That’s according to AAA’s Independence Day travel Read more
‘Stranger Things 4’ product visibility is worth up to $25 million for Coke, Jif and other brands
“Stranger Things” is no stranger to shilling things. The fourth season of the hit Netflix series continues the show’s tradition of featuring countless consumer brands front and center. The main Read more
NOAA’s July weather outlook ‘incrementally positive’ for natural gas, says MKM analyst
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration updated on Thursday its weather outlook for July, forecasting above-average temperatures for most of the U.S. MKM Partners Managing Director Leo Mariani said that Read more
What is Bobby Bonilla Day? It demonstrates the magic of compound interest, for one thing.
Bobby Bonilla was trending on Twitter early Thursday because July 1 marks the annual payday for the former third baseman, an event that has increasingly attracted interest from average Americans, Read more
Weekend reads: What’s ahead for the stock market after that brutal first half of 2022
The first half of 2022 marked a big change for investors and consumers, as inflation reared its ugly head. It was the worst start of the year for U.S. stocks Read more