Some of the best investing and personal finance articles from around the web.
Why the recession still isn’t here (Wall Street Journal). The wall of worry has proven to be a longer climb than many imagined.
Are older people aware of their cognitive decline? Misperception and financial decision-making (Marginal Revolution). Stark, newly published research all older investors should be aware of.
Two types of money people (A Wealth of Common Sense). Which side of the spectrum do you lean toward — overspending or underspending?
The psychology of retirement income: from saving to spending (Morningstar). Building on the last article, which side of the spending spectrum you lean toward could help guide you toward the best financial products or services.
The problem with naming your estate the beneficiary of your IRA (Financial Ducks in a Row). If you have named a trust as the beneficiary of your IRA, it may be worth talking with your estate planning attorney.
The Brady Bunch breaks down: estate fights tear stepfamilies apart (Wall Street Journal). In blended families, extra care is needed when creating estate plans.
Money reveals our priorities (FaithFi). “ It's not what we give that reveals our priorities; it's what we keep.”
Charted: America’s shift to a cashless society (Visual Capitalist). Do you still carry cash?
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