Q: What are the tax implications of using a quitclaim deed to transfer my home? – Danny Chang, Los Angeles A: A quitclaim deed reflects a transfer of property, and is often used when transferring...

Q: I am in my mid-30s and I am hands off with my 401(k). Should I be more active with the funds my 401(k) is plugged into? – William E. Collier A: When it comes...

A financial pro gives a young investor some advice on the smartest ways to gain exposure to the market.

Q: I want to sell my home to my sister for $1. What's the cheapest way? Do I need a lawyer? — Stacy C. Bouknight, Glenside, Pa. A: No, you don’t need a lawyer to...

Q: I’m interested in buying a deferred income annuity to supplement my income in my later retirement years. What is the best age to buy one? – Jeremy, Austin, Texas A: As worries about running...

Q: Is it better to transfer stock to my children before my death or let it go into the estate?—Sandra, Kernersville, N.C. A: If your children have no immediate need for the money and your...