What You Should Never Say To An Investment Advisor
Anyone you hire to help manage your finances will get to know you on a pretty intimate level, but that doesn't mean you should tell them everything.
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Stories By Jack Vatsal
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The Portfolio Move That Could Help You Get Ready To Retire Early
Even a sizable amount of savings can disappear surprisingly fast once you stop working, but this strategy can stretch a young retiree's funds for decades.
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The Game-Changing Reason To Avoid Closing An Old Credit Card
Even if it doesn't offer the strongest perks or highest limit, it can still be financially beneficial to keep your old credit card active.
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The Truth Behind Bob Dylan's Net Worth
Bob Dylan is one of the wealthiest musicians in the world, with an estimated net worth of $500 million. Here where a good chunk of that money came from.
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Trump's Dollar Bill Makeover Has Never Been Done Before
America's semiquincentennial, or 250th anniversary, is being celebrated in some unique ways, with President Trump using the celebration to break precedent.
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Everyone Avoided It In The '80s - Now Investors Want It For Portfolio Protection
In the 1980s, this asset lost investors a great deal of money. These days, investors are flocking to it once again to protect their portfolios.
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You're A 'Late Starter' If You Begin Saving For Retirement After This Age
Everyone operates on a different timeline, but if you haven't set money aside for retirement by the time you hit this age, you might be behind your peers.
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The Popular Streaming Platform You Didn't Know Was Part Of Amazon's Portfolio
Amazon has a broad portfolio of well-known subsidiaries, from Whole Foods to MGM. But fewer people know that it also owns this streaming platform.
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Your Employer's 401(k) Match Is Doing A Lot More Than Growing Your Retirement
If your employer offers matching 401(k) contributions, these extra funds can offer a lot more benefits than simply boosting your retirement savings.
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High-Yield Savings Accounts Are Doing A Lot More Than Paying Interest
The term "high-yield savings account" offers a clear sense of this type of asset's appeal, but annual percentage yields are just one of several of their perks.
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Here's How Much Money 'The Apprentice' Really Paid Donald Trump
After Donald Trump began hosting "The Apprentice," he quickly began earning revenue in very different ways than he ever had as an entrepreneur.
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Everyone Ignored It In The 80s - Now It's Worth A Lot More Money
This stock was largely shunned in the 1980s, but in the decades that followed, its phenomenal rise has made a lot of money for investors who stuck around.
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Affluent People Are More Likely To Own These Household Items
Affluent people may not be interested in fancy cars, yachts, or all the latest gear, but they do have a soft spot for these handy household items.
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Big Money Moves Trump Made In The 90s
Well before he was president, Donald Trump entered the 1990s in copious amounts of debt. Still, he found several ways to make a profit throughout the decade.
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Aged Assets That Are Nothing More Than A Hassle
Some investments stand the test of time and make a great long-term addition to a portfolio, but these ones can be more costly and frustrating to keep.
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Crisis Looms: Medicaid Cuts Could Force Over 100 Hospitals To Close
Recently legislated cuts to Medicaid, Medicare, and the ACA marketplaces, well over 100 hospitals are expected to close across the United States.
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The Real Reason Local Pawn Shops Are Struggling While Silver And Gold Is Thriving
Investors may have enjoyed gold and silver’s recent surges in price, but the small businesses buying and selling the materials could be in dire straits.
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The 5 Best Ways To Catch Up On Your Retirement Savings
Retirement may have once felt like a far-off prospect, but there are several strategies to make up for lost time if you realize you're behind on your goals.
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Why Warren Buffett's Youngest Son Didn't Know His Dad Was A Billionaire
Lots of parents decide to wait until their kids grow up to tell them certain things, but Warren Buffett managed to keep an entire fortune hidden from his son.
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These 5 Luxury Brands Are Quietly Losing Value Faster Than Ever
Many luxury brands are simply not as popular as they used to be. Find out which luxury brands are seriously struggling after declining consumer sales.
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Benefits High-Net-Worth Individuals Get That The Rest Of Us Don't
High-net-worth individuals get access to exclusive deals and benefits the rest of us could only dream of, including certain high-return investment vehicles.
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A Career Coach Warns This Common Mindset Is Sabotaging Job Searches After Age 40
Older workers are struggling to find jobs in an unpredictable market, but one expert thinks that a shift in perspective could be the secret to success.
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China's Wind Farms Generate More Money Than You Think
China has become a global leader in renewable energy, and its investment in the sector is paying off. Here's how much revenue China's wind farms generate.
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Chick-Fil-A's Bold Move Shows How Far Restaurants Will Go To Protect Sales
In many ways, Chick-Fil-A is thriving compared to some of its competition. Even so, it just launched some big changes in an attempt to further its success.
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You Might Be 'Upper-Class' If You Pay For This Expense In All Cash
Wealth isn't simply defined by the amount of money in your bank account. Upper-class families are also able to pay for this major expense in cash.
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A Financial Planner Says This Unexpected Money Move Is Too Extreme
As you begin the new year, you likely have a new budget in mind to help counteract reckless spending. Here's one move even experts believe is too extreme.
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If Your Income Is Above This Number, You Make More Than The Average Gen Zer
While it might seem obvious which generations are earning the most in terms of income, Gen Z offers a unique approach to how, exactly, they earn.
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