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How to Set a Travel Budget in Retirement 11/27/2018 07:00pm • The lure of travel can be strong for retirees who now have time for extended trips. From visiting family and former classmates to trotting the globe and soaking in historical sites, the options are nearly endless. Before mapping out your trip schedule, taking a close look at costs is essential. "Th DC among most expensive cities to have a baby 11/27/2018 09:41am • WASHINGTON — Bringing a newborn into the family brings joy — and more expenses. And it turns out the D.C. metro region is among the most expensive places to raise a child. Magnify Money added up a basic, no-frills monthly baby budget for America's 100 largest metropolitan areas, and included Today in History: Nov. 26 11/26/2018 12:04am • Today is Monday, Nov. 26, the 330th day of 2018. There are 35 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Nov. 26, 1941, U.S. Secretary of State Cordell Hull delivered a note to Japan's ambassador to the United States, Kichisaburo Nomura (kee-chee-sah-boor-oh noh-moo-rah), setting Do Investors Need a Daily Money Manager? 11/25/2018 07:00pm • The internet and mutual funds have given investors knowledge and independence previous generations might never have imagined. But many, perhaps most, continue to lean on professionals for guidance. That's easy to understand when it comes to big-ticket matters like growing a nest egg for retirement. 'They've hacked us:' Journalist says Facebook, tech giants fuel fake news health crisis 11/24/2018 01:18pm • WASHINGTON — Facebook has come under fire this week following a New York Times' investigation into what the company knew about Russian meddling, data sharing and fake news, and how its leaders went on the attack after each scandal. And just before the Thanksgiving holiday, Facebook acknowledged it What to know about SIM hijacking 11/23/2018 08:55pm • Q: What exactly is SIM hijacking, and how do I prevent it from happening to me? Our smartphones have become one of the most important devices we use on a daily basis, because so much of our lives are wrapped up in them. I often refer to them as a remote control for our lives, because we can accom 12 money-smart gifts to give during retirement 11/21/2018 08:00am • With the holidays approaching, you may be receiving wish lists from children and grandchildren. And the larger your family grows, the longer your shopping list for gifts might be. Before going to the mall, evaluate your gift options. "Retirees have much to offer family members by way of love and 7 budget-friendly ways retirees can create memorable holidays 11/20/2018 07:00pm • After you retire, the holidays often present new financial challenges. With your flexible schedule, you might feel pressure to travel and visit family, host a larger number of parties and bake more goodies. "Pressure to spend lots of money can make the holidays a particularly stressful time of year, Medicare vs. Medicaid 11/20/2018 07:00pm • Health insurance is mandatory under the Affordable Care Act, but not everyone has a job that offers health care benefits. Those who are not eligible for employer-based insurance or who don't earn enough to buy an individual policy may be able to find coverage through one of two government programs: Panama's Ultimate Beach Escape 11/19/2018 07:00pm • The beautiful beaches of Panama attract locals and visitors. On Friday afternoons there is an exodus from Panama City as residents drive across the Bridge of the Americas and then west on the Pan-American Highway and head for the beach. Most people leaving Panama City for a regular weekend escape ar Slovak Protests Highlight Civil Rights Concerns 11/19/2018 07:00pm • HALIFAX, Nova Scotia -- Widespread protests in Slovakia aimed at exposing corruption and calling for decency in the country's politics represent progress for a country that relatively recently overthrew its communist rule, one of its top defense officials says, expressing optimism at its ability to A Guide to Vesting in Your 401(k) Plan 11/18/2018 07:00pm • Vesting in your 401(k) plan means that you own it. While you already own the amount you personally deposit in your 401(k) plan, you don't own your employer's contributions to the account until you vest in the 401(k) plan. What is 401(k) vesting? You become vested in your 401(k) plan when you quali Can Google Chrome browser extensions be dangerous? 11/15/2018 08:19pm • Q: Is there any reason to be concerned with Chrome extensions? One of the many reasons that Google’s Chrome browser has become the most popular browser in the world includes the ability to add new functionality through extensions. The vast majority of the more than 180,000 available extensions Deciding Between a Roth vs. Traditional IRA 11/15/2018 07:00pm • If you're looking to boost your retirement savings, it's a wise idea to open an individual retirement account, commonly known as an IRA. Though similar to 401(k) plans found in the workplace, an IRA can give workers more investment options and greater control over how their assets are managed. In 20 What Is Senior Home Care? 11/15/2018 07:00pm • Aging is a fact of life -- we simply can't stop the clock, and for most adults, there will come a time when a little extra assistance performing the tasks of daily living would be helpful. The Home Care Association of America reports that "nearly 70 percent of Americans who reach 65 will be unable t