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"The big money is not in the buying and selling, but in the waiting."

Is your retirement savings on track? Today's newsletter tackles that question head-on with fresh data on 401(k) balances and wealth benchmarks for pre-retirees. We're also covering the shift toward debt-free living as the new definition of financial success, important security alerts affecting delivery app users, and practical guidance on everything from reverse mortgages to estate planning for blended families. Scroll through for actionable insights to help you make smarter money decisions.

 
 
 
 
 
 
Your 401(k) Balance in Your 40s and 50s Could Reveal Surprising Gaps—Are You Prepared for Retirement?
 
 

Discover how 401(k) balances in your 40s and 50s stack up and learn smart strategies to grow savings, such as catch-up contributions and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). CONTINUE...

 
 
 
Reverse Mortgages: Lump Sum, Line of Credit or Monthly Check
 
 

You can receive reverse mortgage proceeds as a lump sum, line of credit, monthly payment or a mix of those options. Here's how to choose. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
Women and Men Are Retiring Before Retirement Age—Here's When They Really Leave The Workforce
 
 

Is 65 still the standard retirement age? Layoffs and health issues result in many leaving the workforce early. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
DoorDash discloses data breach and $18M Chicago settlement
 
 

DoorDash faces more challenges after experiencing volatility this month. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
Most Americans Now Say Financial Success Means No Debt
 
 

A new survey finds 74% of Americans now define financial success as living debt-free amid rising costs and growing financial stress. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
Estate planning tips every blended family needs to know
 
 

Attorney Harry Margolis explains estate-planning must-haves for second marriages and nontraditional families. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
5 Stocks to Buy and One to Avoid This Week
 
 

This week’s five high-conviction stock picks spotlight ASML’s breakout, AEP’s growth acceleration, CX’s under-$10 setup, DUK’s income-plus-upside advantage, and a bearish warning on Darden as consumer weakness hits discretionary stocks. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
How Much Wealth People 45–54 Really Have—And What It Means as Retirement Nears
 
 

Your 40s and 50s are critical for wealth creation. Learn the median net worth for this age group and how to prepare for retirement. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
Late Car Payments Are Piling Up at Record Levels
 
 

U.S. subprime auto delinquencies reached 6.65% in October, according to Fitch Ratings, which has tracked the data since the early '90s. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
Costco shares troubling customer news as holidays season approaches
 
 

Traditionally, Americans spend during the holiday season, even when they have to borrow to do so. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
What Buffett’s Closest Ally Knows About Creating Wealth That Lasts Over Time
 
 

Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett’s longtime partner, once shared candid advice on getting on the road to wealth. CONTINUE...

 
 
 
McDonald’s is following Wendy’s by closing restaurants
 
 

The reasons, however, are very different. CONTINUE...

 
 
 

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