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#426 Find The Best Homeowners' Insurance

How well does your homeowners' insurance really protect you? You'd think most people would know the answer, but a recent national survey found that more than 60% of respondents were either not familiar or only somewhat familiar with the details of their insurance policies. Almost 40% weren't full... see more

#339 The 401(k) Choice: Who's Right for a Roth

At some point, many of us have had to brush up on the difference between two tax-advantaged savings accounts: Roth IRAs and traditional IRAs. Now, those who invest solely through their company's 401(k) plan may want to get up to speed as well. That's because the number of businesses offer... see more

#334 Waddell & Reed Advisors vs. Robo-Advisors: Which is Right for You?

Robo-advisors offer automated, algorithmic-based investment management services. There are a variety of robo-advisors or digital advisors springing up regularly as of late. This broad class of investment manager has many in-category differences with some platforms such as Betterment and Wealthfro... see more

#311 4 Ways to Boost the Amount You Save for Retirement

Retirement can easily last more than twenty years so that old advice that you need one million dollars to live off of is no longer applicable. After all, medical costs for the average retired couple can easily cost $220,000 alone, according to Fidelity Investments. Add housing expenses and the co... see more

#224 Female Entrepreneurs Are Surpassing Their Male Counterparts

The world of entrepreneurship and its nature is constantly changing, thanks predominantly to the influence of social, economic and technological factors. The Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) is an annual study that measures these changes, while offering insight into emerging trends and pract... see more

#200 Top Places to Retire to in Iceland

Flying into Iceland for the first time, you can't help be impressed by its dramatic landscape: Europe's largest glacier, rugged moss-covered cliffs and endless fields of black lava. And that's only what you can see from the plane. Residents and travelers also enjoy the lure of geothermal springs,... see more

#171 Healthcare Scams That Target Seniors

Seniors make an attractive target for healthcare scammers. Not only do older people use healthcare services more often, on average, than younger folks do; some also can be more vulnerable because of cognitive decline. What's more, seniors who have saved and invested carefully have deep pockets to... see more

#157 How Traveling After College Can Help Your Career

These days, paying for college can be such a financial burden that the idea of traveling after school might seem impossible, irresponsible, and reckless. However, if you're smart about it, traveling after college can be one of the best things you can do for your career and your financial future. ... see more

#136 Top Software to Prepare Taxes Free by April 2016

You've probably heard horror stories about how difficult, time-consuming and even expensive it is to prepare your income tax return. That's true if your financial situation is a complicated. But if you don't own several homes or businesses; don't have a portfolio that generates a substantial amou... see more

#123 Traveling to Houston on a Budget

Houston flies under the radar as a popular vacation destination, but the city has much to offer for a fun getaway. The nightlife is top-notch, outdoor recreation is bountiful, the weather is warm for most of the year, and the beach is only an hour away in Galveston. Add cultural attractions, whic... see more

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