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Budgeting with a baby on the way
If you're expecting, it pays to prepare for the financial road ahead.
It's important to begin planning before you become pregnant—or adopt—and consider opening a dedicated account for everything from baby gear to medical costs.
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Car buying trends in the 2024 market
The markets for new, used and electric vehicles are shifting rapidly.
While inventory levels continue to stabilize, semiconductor chip shortages are still playing a role in keeping dealer supply relatively low in 2024.
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Unique planning challenges when caring for a child with special needs
From special needs trusts to government resources, families need to consider a broad array of options.
There's an entire ecosystem of factors influencing financial planning for families with special needs.
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How to maximize year-end charitable giving
Any time is a good time to carefully consider how you can best benefit yourself and the institutions you want to help.
Start by considering which causes you care most about. Is it access to education, animal welfare or maybe the arts?
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How to budget for vacation
Making a budget and being flexible can help you save on your next trip.
Creating a budget for a vacation is more than just putting money away. It's about finding savvy ways to save on every aspect of your vacation.
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Tips to improve your financial stress and mental health
Pay attention to your wallet. Financial stressors can greatly impact mental and physical health.
A majority of Americans surveyed say money is a significant source of stress in their lives.
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Ways to beat fall financial stress
There are many ways to manage the stress that comes with weather changes and holiday prepping.
Fortunately, once you've identified what's causing you anxiety, there are ways to manage your stress—both financial and emotional.
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The key behind smart personal financial planning
Learn the basics of personal financial planning to reach your goals faster.
Your first attempt to create a financial plan doesn't need to be detailed or complicated.
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Make a budget that helps you achieve financial goals
A budget gives you a realistic picture of your finances and helps you set future goals.
Once you've established a budget, the next challenge is sticking to it.
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How to care for yourself as you care for an aging parent
Your financial and emotional health are important as you try to help an ailing parent.
It's important to find ways to safeguard your financial and emotional health, and the health of your family, if you're providing care to an aging parent or another loved one.
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How to do a financial checkup
Assess your financial wellness with this step-by-step guide.
Everyone has to make adjustments to their financial plan from time to time.
Investing
Why a midyear financial checkup matters
A checkup can help you stay on top of your financial situation and prepare you for any changes you need to make before the year ends.
Saving for important goals, such as retirement, is critical to your financial success.
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Book travel at the last minute for savings
If you're flexible, booking just-in-time flights can help cut the soaring cost of airfare.
If you're not entirely picky about where and when you want to travel, you could score big savings while also satisfying your wanderlust.
Family
School shopping in the midst of inflation
Prices are rising, but you can reduce the cost of sending your kids back to school.
School supplies experienced a 2.56% price increase over the past year, while essentials like food, housing and auto sales are up by an average of 10%.
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Things you can do for your finances during hard times
You can take steps to protect your finances when the news is bad.
History makes it clear that the market turbulence of early 2022 is not a rare thing. Neither is a subsequent recovery.
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Why you should save your tax refund
If you're getting a tax refund this year, consider saving instead of spending it the first chance you get. Here's why.
Here's a few options you might want to consider if you’re getting a tax refund this year.
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