Can You Retire by 55?

There are many factors that will help you determine whether you'll be able ...
There are many factors that will help you determine whether you'll be able to retire early. Here's how to figure it out. Question: I’m 50 years old, my wife is 44 and we would like...

Cracking the Mysterious Code of Financial Advisers

Having a lot of fancy acronyms after their name doesn't mean they're experi...
Having a lot of fancy acronyms after their name doesn't mean they're experienced or honest. Do your own research before you choose an adviser. Question: I expect to retire in about three years at age...

Is Universal Life Too Good to Be True?

Using variable and equity-indexed universal life insurance policies as reti...
Using variable and equity-indexed universal life insurance policies as retirement vehicles is expensive and complicated, and probably not worth the trouble. Question: What do you think about VULs and EIULs as retirement plans? --Liz G.,...

My Sister Can't Manage Her Money

Finances can be a touchy subject among family members. If you try to offer ...
Finances can be a touchy subject among family members. If you try to offer help, proceed with caution, says Money Magazine's Walter Updegrave. Question: My 53-year-old unemployed sister has recently received a small amount of...

Don't Buy Into Dollar-Cost Averaging

If you have a lump sum of cash, don't invest it little by little. Decide on...
If you have a lump sum of cash, don't invest it little by little. Decide on an asset allocation and buy in all at once, says Money Magazine's Walter Updegrave. Q. I’ve been putting money...

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