Vanguard reveals what could be coming for US stocks, and it’s raising alarm bells for retirees. Here’s why and how to protect yourself
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Vanguard pioneered the concept of index fund investing, and currently has a whopping $11 trillion in assets under management. It’s a real heavyweight in the American stock market (1). So when the company issues a report about the future of the […]
Canada just lost its top spot with the U.S. — and your wallet will feel the shift
Canada has lost its nearly 30-year position as the United States’ largest buyer of American goods. New U.S. Census data shows Mexico imported slightly more U.S. products than Canada between January and August 2025 — US$226.4 billion (C$319 billion) versus Canada’s US$225.6 billion (C$317.9 billion) (1). This shift is part of a longer trend. In […]
There’s 1 quiet but crucial 401(k) change coming in 2026. And the new rule will impact how millions of Americans save for retirement. Don’t get hurt
The American tax code is undergoing sweeping changes from multiple pieces of legislation. Although the new tax cuts and deductions have captured much public discourse, a small change baked into the SECURE Act 2.0 could have far-reaching implications for a niche group of investors and savers. Must Read Real Estate: Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you […]
Nearly 1 in 4 Americans didn’t take any of their vacation days in the last year. Are job fears keeping you clocked in and burned out, too?
Many American workers with paid time off (PTO) didn’t take any vacation days in the last year, but not necessarily because they didn’t want to take time off. A new report from FlexJobs shows, despite most workers (82%) having PTO, 23% of those with access to it reported not taking a single day off over […]
Trump admin eyes slashing disability benefits for older Americans by up to 20% — here’s what that could mean for your retirement security
The Trump administration wants to cut back disability benefits for low-income and older Americans by up to 20%, a move that could affect hundreds of thousands of people. (1) It’s part of the administration’s focus on streamlining Social Security — by cutting staff and reducing benefits — to save money and reduce alleged fraud. Must […]
The ‘Godfather of AI’ says the rapidly developing technology will spike unemployment- should you be concerned?
Geoffrey Hinton, called the ‘godfather of AI’ because of his pioneering computer science work earning him a Nobel Prize in 2024, is predicting a major spike in unemployment because of the technology. In an interview with Financial Times, (1) Hinton explained his concerns with AI and how he predicts that the capitalist system is going […]
These 5 states give US retirees the best shot at long-term retirement success and security, according to a new study — does your state make the list?
While the size of your nest egg can help determine how comfortable you’ll be in retirement, so does where you choose to live. And some states do a better job of setting up residents for success in retirement. That’s according to a Caring.com study, which analyzed a number of factors — average retirement income, homeownership […]
If you think you’re ‘middle class’ you’re probably wrong. Half of Americans are ‘treading water’: How to come up for air
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Do you know whether you’re middle class or not? Based on the Pew Research Center’s 2024 analysis of government data, roughly 49% of Americans don’t actually fall into the middle-class income category (1). Must Read Real Estate: Thanks to Jeff Bezos, […]
Older Americans should plan to retire with a 6-figure HSA, expert says. But many aren’t budgeting for this 1 costly roadblock. Are you?
One expert says you should aim to retire with a six-figure health savings account (HSA) — but many HSA holders aren’t aware that these accounts can be used as a retirement savings vehicle (and aren’t taking advantage of the opportunity to build savings). There are more than 39.3 million HSAs in the U.S., providing coverage […]
The US has become ‘a nation of economic pessimists,’ says WSJ report — why many Americans have given up on getting ahead (and how to regain control)
The American Dream may be taking its last breaths, according to a new poll from The Wall Street Journal. Nearly 70% of respondents said they believe the dream “no longer holds true or never did.” That’s the highest level of doubt in the survey’s 15-year history [1]. Must Read Real Estate: Thanks to Jeff Bezos, […]