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The metaverse is an immersive, next-generation version of the internet that could play a significant role in our lives.
January 2022
How often should you be rebalancing your portfolio? How exactly do you do that? And is there such a thing as rebalancing too often?
The FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement has gained momentum around younger investors, but this strategy can benefit those closer to retirement, too.
December 2021
You can still save for retirement if you are self-employed or earning income with a side gig. These IRA options will keep you on track.
Long-time investors share stories about what they wish they’d know when they were starting out.
Which automakers are well-equipped to meet the surging demand for battery electric vehicles?
November 2021
Despite Federal Reserve claims that recent price hikes may be temporary, several trends suggest inflation may remain elevated, highlighting a potential risk to investors.
If you find your short-term investment goals are getting easier to accomplish, find out how to set mid- to long-term goals.
Climate change, cybersecurity (including privacy), technological advancements and demographic changes were already altering the investment management landscape before COVID-19. In our view, the pandemic has helped hasten a shift toward sustainable investing.
October 2021
What does inflation mean for the yield curve? Learn what investors need to watch out for.
August 2021
How should you save for retirement in your 40s and 50s? Learn tips and strategic moves like paying down high-interest debts.
June 2021
How can people in their 50s and 60s invest their retirement money in a way that may help with risk now that they're closer to finally retiring?
Can two investors get the same returns and end up with different results? Here's how timing can impact your portfolio.
May 2021
Chasing high-flyers or cashing out are extreme reactions to market risk and volatility. Here’s why the best choice is somewhere in between.
The threat that rising interest rates reduce a bond’s value is called "interest rate risk." This risk cannot be eliminated, but it can be managed.
April 2021
Is inflation coming? Find out what you need to know about inflation and how to prepare your investment portfolio.
March 2021
What happens when women start investing their money? Find out what these real women learned from their investing experience, and how they got started.
February 2021
There's a large gender gap when it comes to investing. Find out why women tend to invest less than men and what steps you can take to close that gap.
January 2021
Financial markets may be in for more bumps in the road as investors seek near-term clarity from ongoing uncertainties.
The Fed has changed the way it thinks about inflation. Here’s what the new average inflation target policy means.
5 financial tips for late-in-life divorce and starting over, including how to budget and the tax and investing implications.
Investors were already worried about the upending effects of the pandemic, rising interest rates and inflation. They must now contend with the uncertainty of extreme political maneuvering over the U.S. debt ceiling.
Noted Washington observer and tax expert Andy Friedman recently told American Century Investments clients that high-income Americans and corporations will likely take the brunt of proposed federal tax hikes.
September 2021
Inflation remains a key focus.
We believe the American Jobs Plan and Made in America Tax Plan, which propose infrastructure spending and corporate tax hikes, will likely boost the outlook for municipal bonds (munis) and the broad economy.
There’s a lot of news swirling about the potential for tax hikes. While we’re still far from any proposals becoming law, here are some things to consider if you’re concerned about what this could mean for your portfolio.
Learn how to budget, save for the future and provide a reassuring framework for trying times.
July 2021
Who says investing is just for grownups? These tips will help teens start investing money in the stock market, putting time on their side.
Start teaching money lessons to your kids now—even the youngest children can learn the value of money, how to save it and the cost of spending.
Teenagers who save money now set themselves up for good habits in the future. Get tips for teens on how to save money, understand interest, and more.
What do teens spend their money on—wants or needs? Learn how to teach them financial literacy skills they need to make the most of their money.
Do married couples share debt? What happens when one spouse has debt—is the other spouse responsible? Find out how real couples manage their debts.
As more millennials get married, many choose to keep their finances separate. Find out why and how to make it work.
Should you combine your finances with your spouse after marriage? Learn if it makes sense to merge your money (or not), and how to decide.
If a teenager has a part-time job or a babysitting gig, do they need to file and pay taxes? Find answers to tax questions for your teen.
Learn about wealth transfer strategies to pass on your estate and assets to your children.
Many assume the probate process should be avoided at all costs. Learn what probating an estate means, how long it takes and other facts.
December 2020
These key tips teach young adults about the basics of budgeting and allocating money for bills, starting an emergency fund, choosing cheap fun and more.
Helping manage your aging parents' finances can be challenging. Here's how to minimize your own risk when taking over your parent's finances.
November 2020
Many adult children serve as a caregiver for a parent. Learn how to reduce the financial and emotional impact of stepping back from work to care for a loved one.
Many families are blended, with second marriages and other unique considerations. Learn how to plan your estate according to your family situation.
At the foundation of estate planning, there are four key documents that most adults should consider, regardless of age, health or wealth.
Learn some talking points you may want to cover in an inheritance and estate planning discussion with your children.
Emergencies can pop up at the most unlikely of times. Planning for the unexpected helps to cushion the financial blow. Here’s how to do it.
August 2020
Losing a loved one is hard, but sorting out their estate shouldn’t be. Here are steps you can take to contact creditors, distribute assets and more.
Families should (but don’t) share financial plans. Here’s why.
This material has been prepared for educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon for, investment, accounting, legal or tax advice.