Some of the best investing and personal finance articles from around the web.
Retirees, a rich life does not require spending more money (The Finance Buff). It’s become common knowledge that spending on experiences yields more happiness per dollar than spending on stuff. But there are a lot of priceless experiences that don’t cost a dime.
In retirement, it’s time to put our costs under the microscope (Wall Street Journal). Purging the “parasites” from your budget — it’s not just for retirees.
We need to talk about your retirement 'spending’ (Morningstar). No one wants to outlive their money, but are you playing it too safe?
One retirement withdrawal strategy shines if maximizing quality of life while living is your goal (The White Coat Investor). More on the ongoing discussion about how to manage retirement account withdrawals.
2024 year-end tax planning checklist (Kindness Financial Planning). Helpful, comprehensive guide, even assuming the tax cuts from Trump’s first term stay in effect.
Older workers can now supersize their 401(k) savings (Wall Street Journal). If you’re within a narrow age band, you can set aside a lot more.
Tax considerations when delaying Social Security (Retirement Researcher). Don’t let a generally wise money management move torpedo your taxes.
What happened in financial markets in the second quarter of 2019? (Behavioral Investment). No, that’s not a typo in the headline. The date is there to make an important point.
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