2+ hour, 28+ min ago   (728+ words) The Fed just cut rates, and more cuts may be ahead before the end of the year. Here are six smart ways retirees can protect their savings using CDs before yields fall. Certificates of deposit (CDs) have become a popular…...

1+ day, 20+ hour ago   (929+ words) Some products at the supermarket aren't worth the price, even if people buy them all the time. According to a new report from the United States Congress Joint Economic Committee " Minority, the typical American family paid about $310 more for groceries…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (884+ words) FinanceBuzz used government and grocery price data to track the cost of hosting a Super Bowl party since 2020. Recent inflation has had an outsized impact on a number of beloved holiday snacks. It has rapidly raised prices on everything from…...

4+ week, 28+ min ago   (889+ words) A new CFP Board survey shows why political uncertainty is Americans' top financial concern and how to plan without fear-driven decisions. For many Americans, financial anxiety isn't just about bills, debt, inflation, or market swings; it's the political environment itself…...

4+ week, 2+ day ago   (655+ words) Here's what the latest data shows about state economies, why some states are struggling more than others, and how residents can respond. Right now, 22 U.S. states are either already slipping into an economic recession or are perilously close to one. That…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (614+ words) Plan ahead to ensure a successful retirement. As you get closer to your retirement age, you'll begin to see a shift in planning. Prior to these last two years, you've focused on aggressive investments and long-term savings. Now it's time…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (1052+ words) Several tax changes could grow your paycheck next year, promotion or not. After another year of inflation and an up-and-down market, you're likely eager for ways to lower your financial stress in the new year. Fortunately for many Americans, some…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (885+ words) It's not too late to strengthen your financial future " but taking action now is essential. Here are eight steps that can help you move forward with confidence. Learn the strategies wealthy retirees use to fund their retirement with $1,000,000 " and how…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (1033+ words) These five higher-benefit states get the biggest dollar boosts. You might think every retiree's Social Security raise will look the same in 2026. The cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is 2.8% nationwide, so everyone gets the same percentage bump. This is true. But in…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (981+ words) Learn about smart strategies that make retirement far more affordable for middle-class folks. From smarter tax planning to everyday lifestyle shifts, there are proven ways to stretch your dollars further. In the sections below, we break down specific strategies to…...