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Do you think you're diversified if you're invested in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq? Do you think your tax rate will fall in retirement? Think again — and read on for other myths that could be leading you astray.

A million used to be the magic number for retirement. Then inflation, longer lifespans, and rising healthcare costs moved the goalposts. These days, plenty of people are aiming for $2 million — or even $2.5 million — just to feel secure. But while that might seem like the new benchmark,…

Some legal documents are private for a reason. You might trust your family, but sharing certain papers can create problems you never expected. Perhaps you want to help a loved one or simply keep things straightforward, but disclosing sensitive information can backfire. Identity theft, family disputes, and even legal trouble…

The UK Government “could trample all over” the “hard work” of Social Security Scotland with its plans to cut disability benefits, an expert…

The legislation does increase the standard deduction for seniors.

For millions of retirees, the disabled, and survivors, Social Security payments are a financial lifeline. The Social Security Administration (SSA) manages this massive system and employs robust measures to detect fraud and ensure payments are accurate. While most recipients have no issues, certain activities or changes in your circumstances can…

You lock your doors, monitor their screen time, and teach them to look both ways—but what about protecting their identity? Kids are now prime targets for identity theft, and the consequences can follow them well into adulthood. The problem is, children often don’t discover their identity has been stolen until…

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