How much should you have saved for retirement?
[ad_1] When I was in my 20s, I was lucky to work for a company that offered a pension plan—and that put me on the road to retirement. Today, unfortunately,…
These are the top 10 mistakes people make when planning for retirement
[ad_1] We all make mistakes in planning for our golden years. But which are the worst, which are the most common, and which ones do we all need to watch…
Financial Face-off: Buy now, pay later vs. credit cards —what makes better financial sense?
[ad_1] The face-off Holiday shopping season is in full swing. Despite economic headwinds, there’s some evidence that consumers aren’t planning to curtail their spending on gifts and celebrations. While 37%…
Here’s one thing mindfulness and exercise don’t help, new research says
[ad_1] Mindfulness and exercise might improve your mood, help you sleep better, lower your blood pressure and reduce anxiety, but they don’t offer help for significantly improving cognitive function in…
Here’s how health insurance is helping to cool inflation
[ad_1] Natalia Gdovskaia | Moment | Getty Images In an environment of high inflation, health insurance costs are doing the opposite: They’ve begun to deflate, and are poised to continue…
The rise in food prices in November slowed from the 40-year-high in August
[ad_1] Food inflation slowed in November. Food prices rose 10.6% last month compared with a year ago, down from 10.9% in October, according to government data released Tuesday. Grocery prices,…
Don’t forget your required minimum distribution this holiday season
[ad_1] The end of the year is a busy time, but among the long list of things to do should be taking a required minimum distribution – for those who…
Foreclosure activity rose 57% from a year ago in November, and was highest in these U.S. cities
[ad_1] Overall foreclosure filings were up 57% in November from a year ago. Still, foreclosure filings for November slid 5% from the month prior, with 30,677 U.S. properties having a…
These money and investing tips can fill your portfolio with holiday cheer
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What a Santa Claus rally means for investors
[ad_1] Santa Claus looks on at the 98th Annual Christmas Tree lighting ceremony at the New York Stock Exchange on Dec. 1, 2021 in New York. Bryan R. Smith |…
4 financial moves if you have — or are worried about — long Covid
[ad_1] Milan2099 | E+ | Getty Images Long Covid is a chronic illness with far-reaching impact, both in terms of health and household finance. As many as 23 million Americans…
Foreclosure activity rose 57% from a year ago in November, and was highest in these U.S. cities and Americans are trimming their holiday gift spending
[ad_1] Hi, MarketWatchers. Don’t miss these top stories. Foreclosure activity rose 57% from a year ago in November, and was highest in these U.S. cities The foreclosure process began on…
Inflation is causing hardship for more than half of U.S. adults, poll says
[ad_1] More than half of U.S. adults said this month that higher prices have caused financial hardship for their households after a year marked by the worst inflation in four…
Why Americans are more annoyed with their car purchases
[ad_1] In a year when prices soared and choices dwindled, Americans didn’t like car shopping. Sometimes, in the news business, we write something new. Other times, we have to write…
Why labor economists say the remote work ‘revolution’ is here to stay
[ad_1] Momo Productions | Digitalvision | Getty Images Remote work surged in the pandemic era — but this trend, borne of necessity for public health, has now become a fixture…
Here’s how to rent a sustainable Christmas tree for the greenest holiday ever and what retail and warehousing jobs falling in November reveals about the typical holiday shopper
[ad_1] Hi, MarketWatchers. Don’t miss these top stories. Greenest holiday ever? Here’s how to rent a sustainable Christmas tree There are ways to make ‘greener’ choices with your holiday evergreen.…
Blackstone limits investor redemptions on $70 billion real-estate fund: shareholder letter
[ad_1] A mammoth $69 billion Blackstone BX, -7.09% real-estate fund has placed limits on investor redemptions after requests exceeded the fund’s monthly and quarterly limits, according to a Dec. 1…
Gloomy prediction for home buyers: Prices will continue to rise in 2023, despite a cooling housing market
[ad_1] Home sales are slowing as interest rates rise, and prices are also cooling as buyers are put off by interest rates hovering around 7%, double what they were this…
Here are 7 tips to maximize your charitable donations on Giving Tuesday and can moving to a different neighborhood improve your chances in life?
[ad_1] Hi, MarketWatchers. Don’t miss these top stories. Can moving to a different neighborhood improve your chances in life? Moving to a place with more opportunities might make you healthier,…
The fear of loss can cost investors big-time. Here’s how
[ad_1] The fear of loss is a powerful emotion for investors — and, if left unchecked, can cost them big bucks in the long term due to years of forfeiture…
Check out Ferrari’s first SUV (just don’t call it an SUV)
[ad_1] As you plan your holiday shopping, remember to set aside $375,000 for the present you’re buying yourself as a reward for shopping frugally. Your new Ferrari RACE, +0.25% SUV…
Most retirees and near-retirees are worried about the stock market and inflation. Here’s what they’re doing about it.
[ad_1] The declines in the stock market, surging inflation and rising interest rates have eroded investors’ confidence about their retirement, according to a new report by Janus Henderson Investors. A…
These money and investing tips can help your portfolio sail through December
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As TV prices dip 17%, Black Friday shoppers may find ‘excellent deals’
[ad_1] Artistgndphotography | E+ | Getty Images Televisions are among just a handful of consumer goods and services that have dropped in price in the last year — which may…
Inflation boosts average household spending by $433 a month: Moody’s
[ad_1] People shop at a grocery store on June 10, 2022 in New York City. Spencer Platt | Getty Images The average American household is spending $433 more a month…