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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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IRS Announces 27 States Have Opted Into New Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Program

The Internal Revenue Service announced that 27 states have elected to participate in the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit (FSTC) program, a new federal initiative that allows eligible taxpayers to claim a tax credit for contributions made to qualifying scholarship organizations.

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Your Employer May Match Student Loan Payments in 2026—But Only Up to the 401(k) Deferral Limit

Under SECURE 2.0, employers can choose to treat qualified student loan payments as though they were 401(k) contributions when calculating matching retirement contributions. However, the amount of loan payments eligible for matching generally cannot exceed the annual elective deferral limit, which rises to $24,500 in 2026. That makes it important…

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7 OregonSaves Rules Every New Oregon Employer Should Know Before the July 31 Deadline

OregonSaves became the nation’s first state-facilitated retirement savings program in 2017 and now has more than 120,000 participating workers and billions of dollars in retirement assets under management, giving employees without workplace retirement plans an easy way to save through payroll deductions. For many new Oregon employers, July 31 marks…

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White House Orders Labor and SEC to Make Private Equity and Real Estate Available in 401(k)s—What Fiduciaries Should Watch

According to the Investment Company Institute, Americans hold roughly $12 trillion in defined-contribution retirement plans, making even small changes to investment menus potentially significant for millions of workers.

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New IRS Guidance Makes Direct Primary Care HSA-Eligible—But Monthly Limits Still Apply

People enrolled in qualifying direct primary care (DPC) memberships received good news from the IRS. Beginning in 2026, many DPC membership fees can now be paid tax-free using Health Savings Account funds, and participating in an eligible DPC arrangement no longer automatically prevents someone from contributing to an HSA. The…

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Overdraft Fee Crackdown: New Protections Target Exploitative Charges That Hit Low-Income Customers

A single overdraft fee can turn an already tight budget into an even bigger headache. New York wants to change that with new consumer protections that take aim at banking practices that have long frustrated customers, especially those with lower or moderate incomes.

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Average Cardholder Could Save $220 a Year Under CFPB’s New $8 Late-Fee Rule

Missing a credit card payment has always felt like a double punch. First comes the stress of paying late, then comes a fee that can make an already tight budget feel even tighter. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau wants to change that by cutting the typical late fee from $32…

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IRS Announces $15 Million Estate-Tax Exemption for 2026 and a $19,000 Annual Gift Exclusion—How to Plan Now

A new year often brings fresh tax rules, and 2026 delivers a few changes that could make estate planning a little less stressful for many families. The IRS has set the federal estate tax exemption at $15 million per individual and $30 million for married couples, while the annual gift…

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Saver’s Match Replaces Saver’s Credit in 2027—Eligible Workers Get a 50% Federal Match on the First $2,000

Retirement savings will look a little different starting in 2027, and for many workers, that change could bring a welcome boost. The long-running Saver’s Credit will step aside, making room for the new Saver’s Match, which sends a federal matching contribution directly into eligible retirement accounts instead of offering a…

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Unused 529 Money Can Roll Over to a Roth IRA—But Only If the Account Is 15 Years Old and You Spread the Transfer Over Five Years

A 529 plan rarely sits still forever anymore. New rules open a surprising path that moves unused education savings into a Roth IRA. This shift links college savings with retirement in a single strategy. Strict timing and transfer limits shape how and when money can move.

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Connecticut’s “Junk Fee” Law, Right-to-Repair Mandate and Auto-Renewal Requirements Take Effect July 1 — What Consumers Need to Know

Connecticut flips the switch on a trio of consumer-focused rules starting July 1, and the changes reach straight into everyday life. Fees that once quietly inflated final prices now face stricter transparency standards, while repair access and subscription cancellations also step into the spotlight. The goal behind these updates focuses…

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High Earners Must Make 401(k) Catch-Up Contributions as Roths in 2026 — How the New IRS Rule Changes Your Tax Breaks

Retirement saving just got a rule change that will quietly reshape how high earners build their nest egg starting in 2026. The IRS now requires many employees who make catch-up contributions after age 50 to route those extra savings into Roth accounts instead of traditional pre-tax ones. That shift sounds…

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Gray Divorce Quadrupled Since 1990 – Nearly Half of Divorcees Say It Derailed Their Retirement

Gray divorce has quietly reshaped retirement across the country, and the numbers tell a striking story. Since 1990, divorce among adults 65 and older has quadrupled, and nearly half of divorcees report that the split derailed their retirement plans. That shift does not just affect relationships, it reshapes budgets, housing…

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Seniors Are Making the Wrong Financial Decisions in the First 12 Months After a Spouse Dies

The first year after a spouse dies turns everyday money decisions into emotional landmines. Bills still arrive, accounts still exist, and paperwork suddenly demands attention from one person who never expected to handle it all alone. That combination of grief, urgency, and unfamiliar financial responsibility often leads to rushed decisions…

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Buy Now, Pay Later Gets Regulated: New Rules Require Licensing, Disclosures and Fee Limits

Buy Now, Pay Later has become one of the fastest checkout buttons on the internet, but big changes have arrived. New York has stepped in with new rules that reshape how these services operate, bringing licensing requirements, stronger disclosures, and limits on fees. The goal focuses on adding structure to…

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