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Widow: Can I create an emergency fund that’s not taxed?
Spouse is looking for a savings vehicle with easy access and no tax bite. But which one?
2 min read Aug 26, 2015 -
Do husband’s delayed retirement credits boost spousal Social Security benefit?
Find out if a husband’s delay in taking retirement will mean a hike in his wife’s benefit.
2 min read Aug 12, 2015 -
Do I get my late spouse’s Social Security?
Grief can be followed by disappointment when survivors benefits are misunderstood.
2 min read Jul 22, 2015 -
How to know if you are owed an inheritance
Here’s where to look if you aren’t sure whether you’ve had an inheritance left to you.
2 min read Jul 20, 2015 -
Present value of Social Security benefits
Deciding when to take retirement benefits may not be as difficult as you might think.
3 min read Jul 13, 2015 -
Is it wise to tap 403(b) retirement plan to pay off car loan and credit card debt?
It seldom makes sense to tap retirement accounts to pay off loans. Here’s why.
2 min read Jul 02, 2015 -
Time for Social Security survivors benefit?
If your spouse dies, Social Security may pay you survivors benefits. Find out who qualifies.
2 min read Jul 01, 2015 -
Does employer match count toward 401(k) limit?
There’s a limit on your 401(k) contributions, but your employer’s don’t count toward that limit.
2 min read Jun 08, 2015 -
Can I cash dead husband’s Social Security?
What, you missed "60 Minutes"? Here’s what happens if you cash a dead spouse’s check.
3 min read May 27, 2015 -
48-year-old has just $6K for retirement
If you’ve failed to save enough for retirement, don’t keep making the same mistake.
2 min read May 18, 2015