Personal Finance
Recently featured college planning, healthcare savings and tax articles, selected by our financial news editors
Infographic
- By Coryanne Hicks,
- U.S. News & World Report
In addition to helping provide your children with future financial stability, investing on your children's behalf can can help them learn valuable skills, such as delayed gratification, the habit of saving and the benefit of compounding.
News Article
Free weekly credit reports for another year
- By Lisa Gerstner,
- Kiplinger
- - 03/26/2021
After the pandemic prompted the three big bureaus to let consumers check their credit every week for free, that courtesy has been extended into April of next year.
News Article
The cost of borrowing vs. saving for college
- By Brian Boswell,
- Forbes
- - 04/01/2021
With the possibility of pandemic loan forgiveness making headlines, you may wonder if it’s smarter to borrow for college than save. Here’s the math.
News Article
Ways to protect yourself from identity theft
- Fidelity Viewpoints
- - 03/16/2021
As we get more connected, thieves are finding more ways to try to steal your sensitive information. These four steps can help protect your accounts from predators.
News Article
What you can expect after getting vaccinated
- By Sumathi Reddy,
- The Wall Street Journal
- - 03/08/2021
Finally getting a Covid-19 vaccine has to be a huge relief. But a return to ‘normal’ is a little more complicated than you might think. Here are some things you can and cannot do.
Taxes
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What Biden’s tax plan could mean for IRAs
Higher-earning taxpayers could see their rates rise under the Biden administration. That could make this the year for you to consider maximizing Roth conversions. -
The market impact of higher corporate taxes
Nupur Gupta of Eastspring Investments say she doesn’t expect President Biden’s proposed tax increase on companies to derail an equity market recovery. -
There’s still time to save on taxes with an IRA
For the 2020 tax year, you still have time to contribute to a tax-friendly individual retirement account. Here’s how to know if you qualify and the steps you can take. -
A quick guide to estate and gift taxes
Assets you’ve given away during life or after death may be subject to estate or gift taxes. Here’s a look at the exemptions and exclusions for 2020 and 2021.
College
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The cost of borrowing vs. saving for college
With the possibility of pandemic loan forgiveness making headlines, you may wonder if it’s smarter to borrow for college than save. Here’s the math. -
Important facts about repaying student loans
Whether you’re graduating soon or want to get ahead, here are a few things to keep in mind before starting your student loan payoff. -
6 myths about 529 savings plans
Many families aren’t aware that 529 savings plans are available as a type of college savings vehicle. If you’re new to 529 plans, here’s what to know about some of the common misconceptions. -
Student loan forgiveness already exists
The pandemic has sparked calls to wipe the slate clean for student borrowers. What you may not know is that loan forgiveness options have been out there for some time.
Financial Planning
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Power of attorney: How it works for you
When you’re putting together an estate plan, power of attorney is a key component. Here’s what it means along with some of the potential issues to look out for. -
The economic recovery is gaining steam
Stimulus money, vaccines and a pullback in layoffs, among other factors, are helping growth rebound and pick up its pace as the U.S. economy gains momentum. -
A quick guide to estate and gift taxes
Assets you’ve given away during life or after death may be subject to estate or gift taxes. Here’s a look at the exemptions and exclusions for 2020 and 2021. -
Why work with a financial advisor
Financial planning can help you achieve your goals—and feel better too.
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