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My sister is an avid cycler. It's actually her favorite way to exercise. As an older sibling, however, I get nervous about her safety. Generally, speaking cycling is incredibly safe....

In today's environment of financial uncertainty, having some form of guaranteed retirement income is especially appealing. For starters, you don't have to worry about the stock market fluctuation or outliving...

Millions of investors, speculators, and crypto hobbyists have bought and sold cryptocurrency in the past decade or so, hoping that crypto would be both a powerful investment and a currency...

Most divorces require dividing retirement money or pensions and a family home. Let's understand how we can break up the understanding of retirement accounts. Remember that all states treat divisions...

Let's not beat around the bush. When it comes to retirement, Americans are undersaving. How bad is it? Well, according to PwC's Retirement in America report, one in four Americans...

Seniors are paying inflated rates for groceries, gas, and holiday gifts; many continue to live and spend as if this isn't the case. According to the Labor Department, the consumer...

Knowing your steady sources of income, from Social Security to a company-sponsored retirement savings plan like a 401(k), is wise. Post-Pandemic Retirement Income Sources Social Security will be a critical—and...

While your finances may not cause night terrors, a lot of us are concerned about money. 77% of participants reported feeling anxious about their financial situation, according to a Mind...

As you're most certainly aware, we're rapidly approaching the holiday season. While most of us enjoy this time of year, we're not always thrilled about what this means for our...

More than 334,000 instances of elder financial exploitation are reported to the authorities across the U.S. each year. This leads to around $6.3 billion of losses as per a study...

There's a misconception that only those who live above their means are the only ones who experience severe financial problems. One in three households, however, reported struggling to make ends...

Everyone loves to pay taxes. All that paperwork and red tape adds years to the life of the common tax payer. No. One. Ever. Said. The reason we pay taxes...

Don't obsess about the size of your retirement nest egg, just start saving. There are simple guidelines for a sane retirement strategy. Retirement calculators are your friend. By the time...

Do you have enough money to retire? Are you guaranteed enough to last for the rest of your life? Are you concerned that you'll run out of income before the...

According to an AICPA-commissioned Harris Poll study of 1,004 U.S. adults, 56% of Americans reported that their debt has negatively affected their lives. The survey also found that 28% of...

As Jim Morrison howled in “Roadhouse Blues,” “The future's uncertain and the end is always near.” FYI — if you're a Zoomer or young Millennial — Jim Morrison was the...

Protecting your dependents' livelihood with life insurance is always a wise decision. But, at the same time, buying a life insurance policy can seem overwhelming. And, that's understandable with the...

I get that your anxiety is currently at an all-time high. But, as we begin to slowly and patiently recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, it's time to re...

Adversity — whether you like it or, is a just part of life. To remind us of that, look no further than the COVID-19 pandemic that impacted every...

Warren Buffet once said, “If you don't find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die.” And, the Oracle of Om...

As with a non-qualified, a qualified annuity can provide a guaranteed income for retirement. Moreover, your long-term investment can grow tax-deferred...

Once you've settled down and don't have to worry about finances, your business, or really anything else — what do you do with your time? You wor...

You're on your way from work when you remembered that you needed to pick up milk. You spot a convenience store and quickly run it. Because you're only...

COVID-19 isn't just a public health crisis– it has left us with an economic catastrophe for millions of people. For example, for small business owners, revenue is down 20 percent since January 2020. And to make things more concerning, no one is exactly sure when the economy may rebound. As a result, businesses are exploring […]The post How Will You Market Your Business in this Economy appeared first on Due.

If you want to have guaranteed income throughout your retirement that's tax-deferred and protected from market virtuality, then an annuity is by far your best option. However, annuities tend to be misunderstood, and at times extremely complex. But, you can increase your annuity intelligence by listening to the following 26 top annuity experts. Not only […]The post Top Annuity Experts You Should Be Listening To appeared first on Due.

Want to Retire With No Regrets? Retired track and field athlete, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, says one of my all-time favorite quotes: "It is better to look ahead and prepare than to look back and regret." Is there a quote that is more fitting when it comes to your retirement? After all, these should be the best […]The post How to Retire With No Regrets appeared first on Due.