Donor-advised funds (DAFs) can be a great way for you to reach your philanthropic goals. These funds are administered by charities and handle large donations on behalf of individuals, families, or organizations. There are several things you need to consider before choosing the right DAF, including the sponsor, the fees, and the grantmaking abilities they […]

Americans lost an estimated $47 billion to scams in 2024 alone, with investment scams draining at least $5.7 billion from victims’ pockets. But here’s the twist: it’s not elderly people who get duped most often. Younger adults are actually 34% more likely than older adults to lose money to fraud. Before you trust that next “can’t miss”

Key Takeaways Proposed Medicaid changes are estimated to reduce the federal support for the program by over $700 billion, which will shift costs to the states and affect coverage for millions of beneficiaries. Individual states do not have the resources to fund all hospitals and care for patients, which could lead to reduced services, reduced

The geopolitical events of the past year or so, coupled with tariff uncertainties, have changed the investment equation in a big way. Many investors may be thinking about “onshoring” their investments by buying American. If that’s your goal, the easiest way to do it is actually to buy an investment that you hear about all

Key Takeaways Nvidia’s scheduled earnings Wednesday highlight the tech financial reports calendar this week, along with quarterly updates from Salesforce, Marvell Technologies, Dell, and HP. Other noteworthy reports expected include retailers Costco, AutoZone, and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Friday’s PCE inflation report will provide insight into price pressure in April, while investors will also be following

If you’re getting ready to list your home, you want to know you’ll get multiple offers and sign a contract as soon as possible. To interest potential buyers, spend some time sprucing up your home’s curb appeal. We’ll show you which areas of your home to focus on and what improvements buyers are looking for.

Key Takeaways Given the uncertainty triggered by President Donald Trump’s tariff policy, bolstering your cash reserve could be smart right now. Fortunately for savers, the Fed isn’t likely to cut interest rates anytime soon—meaning today’s great cash returns should last for a bit. The best high-yield savings accounts pay up to 5.00% right now, while

The world is Netflix‘s (NFLX -0.14%) oyster. That is what it has felt like over the past few years as the company has sucked all the oxygen out of the video streaming market. Its global presence and huge catalog of content give it a competitive advantage over streaming rivals, which is why viewers flock to

Key Takeaways Many Americans are unaware of the average life expectancy in the U.S., according to a study from the TIAA Institute and the Global Financial Literacy Excellence Center. The study highlights how poor longevity literacy—an understanding of how long individuals tend to live upon reaching retirement age—can make planning challenging. Underestimating how much time

After 18 odd years, stocks are finally back in vogue. According to analytics company Gallup, 62% of Americans reported owning company shares in 2024 and 2025, a level previously not seen since 2007, the year the Great Recession began. No reason for this upturn in stock market participation was given, but popular tech stocks delivering