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How retirees can prosper from preferred stocks
- By Eleanor Laise,
- Kiplinger
- - 09/14/2016
Today’s low yields make it harder to find a solid stream of retirement income without taking on added risk. If you’re willing to do the research, preferred stocks may be part of the answer.
News Article
- By Jack Hough,
- Barron's
- - 09/09/2016
Dividends aren't just for defense. Plump yields abound among economically sensitive companies. And they might be a better bet now than traditional sources for stock income.
Infographic
America's most and least tax-friendly states
This infographic highlights the most and least tax-friendly states in the U.S., where you’ll pay above- and below-average taxes on income, property, gas and almost everything you buy.
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Q&A: Expert advice on 529 college savings plans
- By Chana R. Schoenberger,
- The Wall Street Journal
- - 09/05/2016
Financial pros help answer some readers' questions — most of which continue to be about "529" accounts, the state-sponsored plans that allow college savings to grow tax-free.
News Article
Making a long-term investment in water
- By Manuela Badawy,
- Barron's
- - 09/03/2016
The world's thirst for water has been growing at a fast clip, and the risks of water crises should not be overlooked. Investing in 'blue gold' may be a strong play over the long term.
What's next for oil and energy stocks
After a downturn in 2015, the energy sector has outperformed this year. But the sector overall is battling structural problems that cannot be easily fixed.
How to earn money with CD laddering
CD laddering may seem like a financial move from a bygone era, but it can still be a smart move for savers. Just because rates are low doesn't mean you should trash your CD ladder.
The new retirement: 70% want to work as long as they can
The American ideal of retirement is changing. Seven out of ten people say they want to work as long as possible, and far fewer people are seeking to retire in their 50s, a recent survey shows.
Small caps with favorable returns on equity
These mutual fund managers look for growth stocks with insider ownership and high returns on equity. Here are four that fit the bill.
Is it a business or a hobby? Here's how the IRS sees it
Even for tax scholars, it can often prove highly taxing to figure out the difference between a legitimate business that is devoted to making a profit and a venture that isn't.
How losses affect your risk tolerance
After a big financial loss, are we more or less willing to take a big risk? For years, two seemingly contradictory theories abounded, but new analysis suggests the right answer is: It depends.
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