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I'm 68 years old and rely on Social Security as my sole source of retirement income — what might a Donald Trump presidency mean for my benefits?
When President-elect Donald Trump takes office starting Jan. 20, major changes could impact the lives of Americans if he begins to move forward on following through with ambitious election campaign ...
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Sarah Li-Cain, AFC
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‘Things are going to go bad soon’: Jim Rogers issues dire warning as global markets hit record highs — here’s what he likes for protection
The relentless rally in stocks seems unstoppable, with the S&P 500 soaring 21% this year alone and a staggering 87% over the last five years. While these gains have lifted many portfolios into the ...
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Past performance, future potential: Revisiting 4 major asset classes for your 2025 portfolio
Historically, the premise behind the 60/40 portfolio is that during economic slowdowns, when stocks decline, fixed-income assets — like bonds — can provide both income and risk mitigation. This ...
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How much does the average couple have saved for retirement?
According to the latest numbers via the Federal Reserve’s 2022 Survey of Consumer Finances, the mean retirement savings balance was $333,940. In the same year, however, the median retirement balance ...
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Chicago mayor’s $300M property tax hike faces strong headwinds as council pushes for budget cuts instead
Chicago’s financial forecast is clouded by a $982.4 million budget deficit, and Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposed $300 million property tax hike has stirred up a storm of discontent with council and ...
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Moving seems impossible: Half of American homeowners under the age of 50 say they feel trapped. Here’s why they’re stuck and 3 ways to get out
Owning a home with an affordable mortgage may seem like a dream, but for many Americans, it’s starting to feel like a trap. According to an Edelman Financial report, half of homeowners under 50 feel ...