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While Social Security does not consider unemployment benefits as earnings, the inverse relationship can be complicated. Your state may adjust your unemployment benefits if you're simultaneously receiving Social Security.
A disciplined approach to earnings and an informed entry to retired life assures safety and bliss. Here we discuss ways to get the most out of social security in retirement.
In this video from Zacks Investing For Beginners, host Ben Rains, explores the fundamental ideas behind stock prices and discusses why they rise and fall...
A seven-figure income is not needed to enter the top 1% earners category in the United States. Here we discuss ways to boost income and reach this elite group.
Social Security tax is an inescapable tax that comes out of your paycheck, but is it enough to fund the benefits given under the Social Security program?
The Fed's decision to change short-term interest rates usually impacts consumers' spending habits in a number of ways depending on various economic factors.
Given that you are likely to spend nearly 55-80% of your current annual income in retirement, be wary of these three expenses that will dominate your list of retirement costs.
Higher gift tax exemptions open up planning opportunities. Let's take a look at the new limits and other exclusions to ensure full utilization of the increased lifetime exemption and annual exclusion amounts.
Achieving the financial freedom to retire early is a dream for many. And making that dream a reality isn???t as impossible as it sounds. The secret is simple: Save a lot more each month. Sounds easy, right? Not so fast.
If you are up for some life-altering experiences post retirement, you need to understand the financial aspects and shortlist your preferred destinations accordingly.
Personal Finance: Archive
Financial Freedom at 73: Finding the Sweet Spot for Stocks in Your Retirement Portfolio
by Zacks Equity Research
Unlock how the 120-age rule can guide your stock allocation for financial growth and security in your retirement years.
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Sail Through Retirement: Navigating Unemployment and Social Security
by Zacks Equity Research
While Social Security does not consider unemployment benefits as earnings, the inverse relationship can be complicated. Your state may adjust your unemployment benefits if you're simultaneously receiving Social Security.
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Navigating the Tax Maze at 70: Unraveling Social Security and Income Taxes
by Zacks Equity Research
While taxes may be part of your golden years, smart planning can help you enjoy your hard-earned retirement income to the fullest.
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Investing For Beginners: The Best Ways to Start Picking Stocks
by Benjamin Rains
Welcome to Zacks Investing For Beginners. This episode explores some of the best ways to start buying and picking stocks...
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How to Reap Maximum Benefits From Social Security
by Chandrima Sanyal
A disciplined approach to earnings and an informed entry to retired life assures safety and bliss. Here we discuss ways to get the most out of social security in retirement.
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Ring In 2020 With These Resolutions for Financial Fitness
by Rimmi Singhi
As we get ready to roll out the red carpet for 2020, consider these resolutions for better financial health.
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Investing For Beginners: Why Stock Prices Rise & Fall
by Benjamin Rains
In this video from Zacks Investing For Beginners, host Ben Rains, explores the fundamental ideas behind stock prices and discusses why they rise and fall...
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Health Insurance in Retirement: How to Save
by Shilpa Mete
Health insurance is crucial for retirees since medical care is becoming highly expensive.
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How Much Do You Need to Earn to be a Part of the 1%?
by Chandrima Sanyal
A seven-figure income is not needed to enter the top 1% earners category in the United States. Here we discuss ways to boost income and reach this elite group.
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Social Security Taxes: A Safety Net Taking 6.2% of Your Pay
by Devyani Chamria
Social Security tax is an inescapable tax that comes out of your paycheck, but is it enough to fund the benefits given under the Social Security program?
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Investing For Beginners: Why Should You Invest?
by Benjamin Rains
Hello and welcome to Zacks Investing For Beginners, a new video series that aims to provide you with the knowledge and tools every investor needs...
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How do Interest Rate Hikes & Cuts Impact Consumers?
by Sandip Chakraborty
The Fed's decision to change short-term interest rates usually impacts consumers' spending habits in a number of ways depending on various economic factors.
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The 3 Biggest Expenses You Need to Save for in Retirement
by Eshani Haque
Given that you are likely to spend nearly 55-80% of your current annual income in retirement, be wary of these three expenses that will dominate your list of retirement costs.
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Why You Shouldn't Consider Your Tax Refund as 'Free Money'
by Rajashree Bhattacharyya
A tax refund is the amount given back to you when the tax you paid exceeds your total tax liability, which suggests that tax refunds are not free.
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The Ultimate Checklist for a Relaxing Retired Life
by Rimmi Singhi
Be financially secure and in the right frame of mind to ensure leisure and happiness in your golden years.
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Making a Financial Gift? Read These Tax Implications First
by Devyani Chamria
Higher gift tax exemptions open up planning opportunities. Let's take a look at the new limits and other exclusions to ensure full utilization of the increased lifetime exemption and annual exclusion amounts.
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The Market Timing Secrets No One Talks About
by Zacks Research Staff
Investors are always trying to time the markets but often fail. You can learn a few strategies to time the markets below.
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Investing Secrets to Retire Early
by Zacks Research Staff
Achieving the financial freedom to retire early is a dream for many. And making that dream a reality isn???t as impossible as it sounds. The secret is simple: Save a lot more each month. Sounds easy, right? Not so fast.
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Will the New Tax Law Affect Retirees?
by Rajashree Bhattacharyya
The new federal tax legislation opens up a few options for retirees, among which the reduction in standard deduction holds utmost significance.
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Why Do Some Americans Tap Their Retirement Savings Early?
by Eshani Haque
Early withdrawals from retirement accounts lower the value of your nest egg. So, think before you make this hasty decision.
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Contemplating Retiring Overseas? Consider this Primer First
by Rimmi Singhi
If you are up for some life-altering experiences post retirement, you need to understand the financial aspects and shortlist your preferred destinations accordingly.
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How to Make Your Retirement Savings Last Forever
by Eshani Haque
Controlling expenditures and a few other cautious moves can prevent early depletion of your nest egg.
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Beat Market Volatility With These Retirement Savings Hacks
by Rimmi Singhi
It's wise to maintain a cool head in a choppy market and refrain from making hasty emotionally-driven decisions.
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What is Capital Gains Tax? 5 Things to Know
by Sandip Chakraborty
You can reduce your tax liability by holding stocks for more than a year and allowing investments to compound tax free in retirement-savings accounts.
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Should You Itemize or Take the Standard Deduction for 2019?
by Devyani Chamria
Before mapping out your tax strategy for your 2019 returns, it may be helpful to crunch numbers and compare both itemizing and the standard deduction.
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