Many Americans can’t afford to even consider travel right now, hobbled by record-high inflation and interest rates. But for the lucky few who can, this just might be the perfect Read more
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Biden targets ‘surprise fees’ from airlines: ‘You should know the full cost of your ticket right when you’re comparison shopping’
President Joe Biden on Monday rolled out a proposed new rule that would require airlines and travel websites to provide better disclosures about certain fees, following his administration’s efforts to Read more
‘After you’re dead, you can’t explain it.’ Parents usually split their estate evenly among their kids. But if they don’t — look out.
In a 1964 episode of “The Twilight Zone,” a group of sniveling siblings await the death of their wealthy father. They covet the riches they’re about to inherit. But the old Read more
If you’re selling stocks because the Fed is hiking interest rates, you may be suffering from ‘inflation illusion’
Forget everything you think you know about the relationship between interest rates and the stock market. Take the notion that higher interest rates are bad for the stock market, which Read more
You’re supposed to follow these 3 popular money rules—but then there’s the reality of life
Put 20% down when buying a home. Don’t spend more than 30% of your income on housing costs. Keep child care expenses below 10% of your annual household income. These Read more
You’re never too old to learn new technology
For many people in their 60s and up, technology is a lifeline. It’s unavoidable. You can’t ignore it. So how can retirees who aren’t particularly tech-savvy learn to upgrade their Read more
You’re not just a number: think of life as stages, not ages
There’s a serious problem in America, says longevity expert Susan Wilner Golden, in the way many of us — and businesses — view people over 60: as a monolithic group. Read more
Opinion: Duped in the grocery aisle: How to tell if you’re buying a sustainable product or an impostor
If you’ve filled up on gas, bought a plane ticket or checked your grocery bill, you know that the fastest inflation in 40 years is biting hard. Those soaring prices Read more
Whatever you’re feeling now about stocks is normal bear-market grief — and the worst is yet to come
Stock investors have a lot more grieving to do before the bear market breathes its last. According to the five stages of bear market grief, which I addressed in mid-May, Read more
Thinking of leaving your financial adviser to save the fees? Make sure you’re able to DIY.
With inflation soaring, you’re looking to spend less. You’ve already explored the most obvious cuts—to extravagances that can wait. Now you’re thinking of leaving your financial adviser to save the Read more