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4 Smart Investment Moves for Near-Retirees in a Volatile Market 12/13/2018 07:00pm • The market giveth but it can also taketh away when volatility comes calling. After peaking in October 2018, a yo-yo effect has taken hold in the market characterized by sharp up and down price movements. Volatility may cause investors to rethink their portfolios, particularly baby boomers nearing re What Is Taxable Income? 12/13/2018 07:00pm • With the tax season upon us, now is the time to take stock of all taxable income. While that may seem like a simple and straightforward task, it's not always so clear-cut, even if you're a salaried employee. For instance, if you receive money from life insurance proceeds, a gift or an inheritance, r Is 'Love Actually' a good movie, actually? 12/13/2018 05:17am • WASHINGTON ��� The last thing America needed was another cultural battlefront, yet here we are. The fault line: Is ���Love Actually��� a good movie? Fifteen years after its release, the British romantic comedy ��� which weaves together nine storylines of mixed quality ��� has apparently become How to Remove an Authorized User From Your Credit Card 12/12/2018 07:00pm • Authorized users have it good. They get to piggyback on your credit card account, reap the benefits of your favorable credit history and even make purchases without any legal responsibility for paying the bill. Although you might be happy to lend your coveted status for a while to help a loved one Best IRA Account Providers 12/12/2018 07:00pm • If you don't have access to a 401(k) retirement account through your workplace, the next best thing may be an IRA. Standing for Individual Retirement Arrangement, an IRA is a tax-advantaged account that lets you put money aside for the future. But while opening an IRA can be a smart financial deci Top financial planning trends for 2019 12/12/2018 08:34am • WASHINGTON ��� It���s time to make predictions for the new year. So, what are the hot financial planning trends for 2019? Here are my top five. 1. Increased longevity requires more planning The Social Security Administration says the current average life expectancy for a man reaching age 65 is 84. 7 Myths About Caregiving Costs 12/11/2018 07:00pm • The financial aspects of caring for an aging loved one are often a gray area. It can be difficult to predict upcoming health-related expenses and estimate how much help will be needed. Yet the costs of caregiving tend to run steep. The value of family and friend caregiving amounts to about $470 bill What a College Major Is and How It Can Shape Your Future 12/11/2018 07:00pm • High school graduates are often faced with two significant decisions that will shape their futures: which college to attend and what to study. Similar to the vast number of colleges, options for a major are numerous and wide-ranging. The decision on what to study can have a lasting effect, shaping f What Job Hunters Should Expect in 2019 12/10/2018 07:00pm • If you're starting to think about looking for a new job, there are new protocols and "rules" to learn before dropping your resume on every online job board. Although the job market is in your favor, employers still dictate the process. Here's what you need to know to land a new job in the new year 7 Marijuana Companies Likely to Have an IPO�� 12/10/2018 07:00pm • Young marijuana companies seek capital.As competition in the marijuana market increases, some companies are seeking additional capital and planning to go public in 2019. While federal law prohibits the use of marijuana, its medical usage is allowed in more than 30 states and the District of Columbia Illegal Tax Moves to Avoid 12/10/2018 07:00pm • Ignorance isn't bliss when it comes to the U.S. tax code. Failing to fill out your tax return correctly, even if you make an honest mistake, isn't going to earn you immediate forgiveness from the Internal Revenue Service. "When you sign your tax return, you're signing it (to say) that everything is 3 Steps for Investors to Take When Retiring Early 12/06/2018 07:00pm • Many people expect they can set a date on when to quit full-time work for good, but sometimes retirement comes sooner than expected. Most Americans target their retirement age as 65, since it's a long-held societal notion. Ending work sooner -- whether intentional or not -- can have significant fin 5 Retiree Tax Tips for 2018 12/06/2018 07:00pm • Retirees and near-retirees need to find every tax deduction they can take. There are several ways to reduce your tax bill, but you often need to take action before the end of December. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act changes the tax law in many important ways. Here are five tips for retirees filing taxes Closing arguments due in Charlottesville car crash murder trial 12/06/2018 11:31am • CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. ��� Jurors in the murder trial of James Alex Fields are expected to hear closing arguments Thursday, after two final defense witnesses take the stand. The defense acknowledges Fields crashed his Dodge Challenger into a group of counter-protesters on Aug. 12, 2017, after polic Myths About Blind Parents 12/05/2018 07:00pm • If you join a Facebook group for blind parents, there are certain topics that come up again and again. What is the best car seat to use, when you don't drive and will therefore be installing and uninstalling your child's car seat in an Uber or Lyft vehicle several times a day? What is the easiest b