Inheriting an individual retirement account (IRA) comes with specific tax obligations that can feel overwhelming during an already difficult time. One of the most important requirements to understand is the required minimum distribution (RMD) for an inherited IRA. This determines how much money you must withdraw each year. Unlike traditional…
Key takeaways Insurance companies offer discounts in several categories, such as safe driving, professional affiliation, young driver, vehicle safety and customer loyalty. Adding discounts to your current policy or switching to a carrier with better discounts could help you save on car insurance. Raising your deductible, practicing safe driving and…
Key takeaways You could save interest and free up room in your budget by paying your auto loan off early. There are several ways to pay off your loan — like refinancing, paying biweekly or rounding up your payments to the nearest $100. Confirm your lender doesn’t charge a prepayment…
Key takeaways A standard home insurance policy does not cover all aspects of hurricane damage. Flood insurance covers hurricane-related storm surges and flood damage. Mold damage, however, is not included. You may have a separate, and higher, hurricane insurance deductible. Getting hurricane coverage before the season starts may be the…
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Annuities have long been touted as a way to generate guaranteed income in retirement. But people buy annuities for other reasons too, such as the ability to defer taxes and funnel money into an account with no contribution limits. These are the top reasons why…
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Key takeaways Both the American Express® Green Card* and American Express® Gold Card offer lucrative rewards in the form of versatile American Express Membership Rewards points. The Amex Green Card comes with a lower annual fee and slightly lower rewards rates than the Gold Card, though with two travel perks…
ALotOfPeople/Getty Images Key takeaways Private credit has become a popular investment, as investors seek out above-average returns. Private credit allows investors a way to buy into off-market loans that they might not have been able to access before, offering an alternative investment that could diversify their portfolios. However, private credit…
Key takeaways Requesting a credit limit increase can have both positive and negative impacts on your credit score. If you request the increase, expect the issuer to conduct a hard credit inquiry. If the issuer gives you an automatic increase, only a soft inquiry, if any, will be performed. …
Key takeaways The Bank of America travel rewards program can be lucrative and flexible, but the specifics of how you’ll earn points in this program depend on which credit card you sign up for. You can redeem most Bank of America travel rewards points for eligible travel purchases, cash back…
The U.S. public safety net can be a catch-22: These services act as a lifeline for people with disabilities, but it bars people from meaningfully saving, investing and building personal wealth. Money stashed in a retirement account or brokerage account counts against the small, strict asset limits imposed by certain…
Key Takeaways Focus on essential needs like food, housing, and utilities while reducing unnecessary purchases. Establish a structured budget to prioritize needs vs wants and stick to it. Consider community resources and government assistance that provide help with food, housing, and utilities. Investigate professional credit counseling from a non-profit agency…
Sarah-Jane Joel/Getty Images Key takeaways A deed of trust is a legal agreement used in real estate transactions in which a third party — the trustee — holds the title to the property until the borrower repays the mortgage. A mortgage is a similar agreement, but it doesn’t involve a…
Dependent life insurance is a type of life insurance you may not have encountered, but which could be good to investigate. Life insurance is designed to provide financial resources in the event that the insured person — often the policyholder — dies while the policy is in force. Dependent life…
Maria Korneeva/ Moment/ Getty Images Store credit cards have some advantages over general-purpose credit cards. They’re often easier to qualify for, which is handy if you’re working to establish your credit. You can also earn extra rewards and benefits at the places you shop at the most. The downside is…
Warren Buffett is arguably the greatest investor of all-time and has created massive amounts of wealth for Berkshire Hathaway shareholders. Buffett announced in May that he would step down as CEO of the conglomerate at the end of 2025, leaving many investors wondering — who will be the next Warren…
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