Some of the better investing and personal finance articles from around the web.
Stock picks from space (The Atlantic). The lengths — and heights — some people will go to in search of a profitable investment.
The money in your 401(k) and IRA accounts doesn’t belong entirely to you (MarketWatch). Don’t forget about taking care of dear old Uncle Sam in your retirement.
7 out of 10 adults over age 50 get this wrong about Social Security: Survey (CNBC). Do you know when you’ll be eligible for “full” benefits?
What the critics get wrong about reverse mortgages (Advisor Perspectives). Seen in the right light, their benefits may outweigh their costs.
Is your home adequately insured by the right company? (Kiplinger). Insurance policies don’t make for the most interesting reading, but here’s a detail you really should understand.
And from the blogosphere…
What if you retire at a stock market peak (A Wealth of Common Sense). That won’t necessarily be a catastrophe. It depends on how you’re invested and how much you withdraw.
To gift or inherit? Deciding when to bequeath assets (Getting Your Financial Ducks in a Row). Your beneficiaries may prefer the money now, but they won’t like the tax bill.
Living a rewarding retirement (Mutual Fund Observer). Suggestions from one who’s living a satisfying retirement.
Reasons to live: Finding your purpose after retirement or financial independence (Can I Retire Yet?). The importance of knowing what you’re retiring to.
It’s time to rethink retirement (Institute for Faith, Work, and Economics). Wisdom and blessing — two ideas that may provide a biblical model of retirement.
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