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The 7 hidden costs of retiring abroad 10/09/2018 08:00pm • If you're thinking of moving overseas to retire, you'll find that many countries offer an affordable, budget-friendly lifestyle. However, it's important to note that other expenses related to living abroad can creep up. There is no way to calculate the exact cost of moving overseas. "Much will de Lyft and Uber Help Patients Make It to Medical Appointments 10/09/2018 08:00pm • Getting to medical appointments on time is challenging when you feel sick, don't drive or have limited means of transportation. Too often, patients spend long hours traveling back and forth for crucial treatments or routine check-ups. Older patients, low-income patients and those with multiple medic How should I finance assisted living? 10/09/2018 08:00pm • In March 2018, the U.S. Census Bureau reported that by 2030, all baby boomers will be over the age of 65, leading to a unique situation in demographics: 20 percent of U.S. residents will be retirement age. This is in part because life expectancy has increased. The Population Reference Bureau repo Now a dad, new challenges face Beal this season 10/02/2018 12:50pm • WASHINGTON -- Bradley Beal packed the hospital bag a month before. Paperwork was in order. Insurance information was right. He even arranged the seat in the back of his truck. Now, he waited on word from girlfriend Kamiah Adams. The couple’s first child was set to arrive in the coming weeks. Th 5 Tips for Investors Nearing Retirement 09/30/2018 08:00pm • Sooner or later the retirement plan gets a kickoff time, but setting a date is just one of the final steps in changing from the accumulation phase to the distribution phase, when you start spending those hard-won assets. The final 12 months are critical to assuring retirement goes as desired, and ex 5 of the Best Stocks to Buy This October 09/27/2018 08:00pm • The best stocks to buy for October are each very different animals. On the surface, there's nothing stringing them together. Some pay dividends, some don't; some are growth stocks and others value picks; some are world-famous and immensely valuable while others remain diamonds in the rough. Still, Will You Really Live on Less in Retirement? 09/27/2018 08:00pm • You may have heard that you'll need 70 to 80 percent of your pre-retirement income to live comfortably once you leave the workforce. But financial experts advise against adhering to that advice. "I think it's a terrible rule of thumb," says Brad Owen, senior wealth advisor and senior vice president 8 High School Seniors Share College Acceptance Stories 09/26/2018 08:00pm • Applying to college is a daunting task for even the most accomplished students. From acing the SAT or ACT and writing a flawless essay to touring campuses and figuring out how to pay for it all, applicants have a lot to consider -- on top of juggling their homework, sports and extracurriculars. U.S When Is a Cash-Out Refinance Loan a Good Idea? 09/25/2018 08:00pm • In a cash-out refinance mortgage, you take a loan against your home in excess of what you owe, leaving you with cash available to spend. Adding to the debt against your home could be a smart move if the cash is used for the right purpose. Using it for the wrong purpose, however, could lead to finan Don't Run Out of Money in Retirement 09/25/2018 08:00pm • Running out of money is one of the biggest fears people have after they retire. But there are lots of ways to prevent outliving your savings and put your mind at ease in the process. Here are seven suggestions to help you finance the rest of your life. Withdraw a modest amount from savings each yea What was the most-stolen car last year? 09/19/2018 09:14am • WASHINGTON — The most stolen car is 20 years old. The National Insurance Crime Bureau's "2017 Hot Wheels Report" of the most-stolen cars in the U.S. last year is topped by the 1998 Honda Civic. Why is a 20-year-old car the most stolen vehicle? There are many still on the road and thieves Prepared for storm damage? An insurance expert gives advice on responding to storms 09/16/2018 02:42pm • WASHINGTON — While the D.C. region was spared the brunt of Florence, the storm should serve as a reminder to home and business owners to check their insurance policies to ensure they are properly covered and familiar with how to respond if there is damage. “That notion that 'it won’t happen Don't Let a Disaster Destroy Your Retirement Lifestyle 09/13/2018 08:00pm • Whether it's a hurricane or flood, an accident or illness, or even a market crash, a disaster could lead to a financial setback that will be difficult to recover from, especially for retirees living on a fixed income. Retirees are filing for bankruptcy in record numbers. One in seven bankruptcy fil 5 Legal Tax Shelters Almost Everyone Should Use 09/11/2018 08:00pm • Tax shelters have gotten a bad rap. Some are illegal, such as offshore companies and bank accounts that aim to hide income and profit from the government to avoid tax. But there are plenty of havens for law-abiding citizens that cut taxes. A tax shelter is simply a way to reduce your taxable income, 7 Steps for Your Fall Financial Checkup 09/11/2018 08:00pm • Thanks to summer vacations, weddings and outdoor barbecues, it's easy to take on unexpected debt from June through August. In fact, a May survey by Capital One found that 87 percent of Americans say they spend more money on socializing during the summer months than any other time. "It is easy for pe