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7 Novel ETF Risks Investors Should Understand Before Buying

Exchange-traded funds keep getting more creative, but that creativity can bring surprises that investors need to spot before clicking the buy button. Newer ETFs can offer exciting access to unusual strategies, yet some products carry risks that look much different from traditional index funds. The SEC recently highlighted questions around…

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7 Oklahoma COLA Rules Every Eligible Retiree Must Verify Ahead of the 2026 Adjustments

Oklahoma Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) retirees have a major date to watch in 2026 as new cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) arrive. The key details come down to retirement dates, continuous retirement status, benefit eligibility, and a few easy-to-miss rules that can affect whether a retiree receives an increase.

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New Credit Card Fee Rules: 6 Fine‑Print Details That Could Cost You If You Ignore Them

Credit card late fees are back in the spotlight, and the fine print could matter more than ever. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has signaled that it may revisit credit card late fee regulations, creating new questions about what cardholders might pay when payments arrive late.

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New Medicaid Research Shows Why Provider Access Belongs in Retirement Location Decisions

Choosing a retirement destination often starts with dreams of sunshine, quiet mornings, lower taxes, and a backyard that finally gets the attention it deserves. But new Medicaid research highlights a practical detail that deserves a spot near the top of the checklist: healthcare provider access. A charming small town may…

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Modernizing IPO Access Is Back on the SEC’s Agenda: Could Retail Investors Get More Opportunities?

The SEC has placed IPO modernization back in the spotlight, and the conversation could shape how everyday investors access some of America’s most talked-about new companies. A fresh look at the IPO process raises an exciting possibility: could smaller investors get a better seat at the table before a company…

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How to Stress-Test a Retirement Plan After the Death of One Spouse

The death of a spouse can turn a carefully built retirement plan into a puzzle with missing pieces. Stress-testing a retirement plan after that loss helps uncover where income, expenses, taxes, and investments need a fresh look before small cracks become bigger financial headaches.

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SEC Grants CME Conditional Exemption for Certain Cash-Settled Security Futures

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has issued an official order granting the Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc. (CME) conditional exemptive relief from specific settlement requirements that apply to certain cash-settled security futures contracts, according to an official announcement published in the Federal Register on July 15, 2026.

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How to Plan for Health Expenses That Insurance Delays But Doesn’t Deny

Medical bills can create a strange financial puzzle when insurance does not refuse coverage but still slows everything down. A treatment approval, reimbursement, or payment process can take longer than expected, leaving families to juggle appointments, paperwork, and unexpected expenses.

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How State Tariff Challenges Could Matter to Household Financial Planning

Tariff fights usually sound like something that happens in government buildings far away from everyday life, but they can eventually show up in places much closer to home. A grocery cart, a home improvement project, or a family budget spreadsheet can all feel the ripple effects when trade policies change…

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New York AG Charges Long Island Man With Fraudulently Collecting Over $100,000 in Social Security Disability Benefits

New York Attorney General Letitia James announced the arrest and indictment of Raymond Phillips, 40, of Huntington, Suffolk County, for allegedly fraudulently collecting more than $100,000 in Social Security disability benefits, according to an official announcement from the Office of the New York Attorney General (OAG).

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The Long-Term Care Planning Question Advisors Should Ask Before Retirement: “Who Pays for Year Five?”

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, about 70% of Americans who reach age 65 will need some form of long-term care during their lifetime. While many people budget for a few months of assistance, the financial challenge often grows when care extends for several years.

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5 Financial Data Permissions Consumers Should Review Before Linking a Budgeting App

Connecting a budgeting app to your bank account takes less than a minute. Understanding exactly what you’re giving that app permission to see can take much longer—and many people never look beyond the “Allow” button.

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The SEC Just Formed a Retail Fraud Working Group: What Everyday Investors Should Watch

The SEC just created a Retail Fraud Working Group, putting a spotlight on the growing challenge of protecting everyday investors from schemes designed to separate people from their money. The new group will focus on identifying and fighting fraud that targets retail investors, including offering frauds, pump-and-dump schemes, market manipulation,…

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The Financial Documents Adult Children Hope They’ll Never Need – But Usually Do

Most adult children hope they never need to search through a parent’s financial records during a crisis, but life has a funny way of creating moments when those papers suddenly become priceless. A hospital stay, unexpected illness, or major family transition can turn a simple question about money into a…

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Hospital Service Costs Rose in May CPI—A Retirement Healthcare Planning Reminder

Healthcare costs have a sneaky way of showing up in retirement plans like an uninvited dinner guest who somehow knows the address. The May Consumer Price Index report showed hospital services costs increased 0.7 percent from the previous month and climbed 5.7 percent over the previous 12 months, creating another…

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The Retirement Income Sources Most People Forget to Include in Their Plan

Retirement income often looks like a simple equation: savings, investments, and Social Security. Yet many people leave valuable income options sitting in the background, almost like forgotten tools buried in a garage corner. Adding those overlooked sources to a retirement plan can create more flexibility, reduce financial stress, and help…

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The Estate Tax Exemption Rises to $15 Million in 2026—Who Actually Needs to Care?

A bigger estate tax exemption is coming in 2026, and the headline number sounds like something pulled from a luxury real estate listing. The federal estate tax exemption will increase to $15 million per person, meaning far fewer families will face a federal estate tax bill when transferring wealth after…

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Why Inflation Data on July 14 Could Shift Retirement and Bond Planning

The July 14 inflation report could become a major moment for retirees, near-retirees, and anyone who relies on bonds for stability. The Consumer Price Index, or CPI, from the Bureau of Labor Statistics can shape expectations about interest rates, purchasing power, and the future path of fixed-income investments.

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Deepfakes and Fake AI ‘Breakthroughs’: The Investment Scams the SEC Is Now Targeting

Artificial intelligence has created some incredible tools, but it has also created a shiny new playground for scammers wearing digital disguises. Fake videos, cloned voices, and flashy claims about “revolutionary” AI companies are becoming part of a new generation of investment tricks designed to make money disappear faster than a…

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3 in 10 Americans Owe More on Credit Cards Than They’ve Saved — Here’s Which to Tackle Firs

Nearly 3 in 10 Americans have more credit card debt than emergency savings, creating a financial tug-of-war between paying down balances and building a safety net. The tricky part comes when both problems sit on the kitchen table at the same time, staring back like two bills that refuse to…

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RentGrow to Pay $2.25 Million to Settle FTC Allegations of Fair Credit Reporting Act and FTC Act Violations

The Federal Trade Commission announced on July 9, 2026, that RentGrow will pay $2.25 million to settle allegations that the company violated the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the FTC Act, according to an official FTC press release.

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6 Conflict-of-Interest Disclosures Investors Should Examine Before Any Money Move

Money moves often come with excitement. Buying a fund, opening an account, rolling over retirement savings, or following a financial recommendation can feel like taking a big step toward a stronger future. But before signing anything or moving a dollar, investors should look closely at conflict-of-interest disclosures that reveal who…

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Mortgage Rates Are Stuck in the Mid-6s for 2026 — Should You Buy Now or Keep Waiting?

Mortgage rates are refusing to disappear from the homebuying conversation in 2026. As of early July 2026, Freddie Mac reported the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate at 6.49%, reinforcing what many buyers have experienced throughout the year: rates remain well above the record lows of 2020 and 2021 but have…

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6 Mortgage Servicing Protections Homeowners Should Know Before Missing Payments

Missing a mortgage payment can feel like watching storm clouds roll across the horizon. Panic often arrives before the facts do, and that leads many homeowners to assume they have no options. Federal mortgage servicing rules actually require many loan servicers to follow specific procedures designed to give borrowers a…

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7 Wrap Fee Questions Investors Should Ask Before Hiring an Advisor

Hiring a financial advisor often feels like a huge step toward financial confidence, but the fee structure deserves just as much attention as the investment strategy. Wrap fees sound wonderfully simple because they bundle several services into one annual charge, yet that convenience can hide important details that affect long-term…

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