Start 2026 smart with rate cut predictions, new 401(k) rules, and the money strategies that'll keep you ahead this year.

 
 
Here's When the Federal Reserve Is Expected to Cut Interest Rates in 2026, and What It Means for the Stock Market
 
 

History suggests lower interest rates are great for stocks, but there's an important catch. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
4 Social Security Changes Going Into Effect in January — Best Life
 
 

4 Social Security Changes Going Into Effect in January CONTINUE...

 
 
 
What Is the Typical 401(k) Contribution Rate and How Do You Compare?
 
 

The average American contributes a percentage of their paycheck to their 401(k). Here's how your savings rate compares. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
Savings Secrets from Big Banks Revealed: What They Hope You Never Learn
 
 

The largest banks in the U.S. pay paltry savings rates. Smaller banks generally offer much higher rates with easy-to-open accounts and are just as safe as big-name banks. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
Vanguard says millions of elderly retirees are making a critical mistake that could hike their tax bill
 
 

Missing required minimum distributions can lead to large tax penalties. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
Your 401(k) Isn’t an Investment Plan. Here’s What Is
 
 

These accounts offer tax-deferred growth and a high contribution limit, but they also require an investment strategy. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
Warren Buffett Tells Parents to Let Kids See Their Will First and Understand Their Estate Plans
 
 

Buffet's collaborative approach has helped his family maintain strong relationships while managing the immense responsibilities that come with inheriting significant wealth. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
Is ‘soft saving’ smart — or short-sighted?
 
 

Soft saving is about choosing to spend money on things you enjoy today and stashing money away less aggressively for your later years. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
5 Wealth-Destroying Mistakes According to Dave Ramsey
 
 

Dave Ramsey has built a personal finance empire by telling middle-class Americans what they don't want to hear. His message cuts against the grain of modern CONTINUE...

 
 
 
The Smart Shopper’s Guide to Not Overspending at Costco
 
 

Don't buy in bulk without proper planning. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
How to Plan for Social Security in 2026's Changing Landscape, From a Financial Professional
 
 

Not understanding how the upcoming changes in 2026 might affect you could put your financial security in retirement at risk. This is what you need to know. CONTINUE...

 
 
 

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