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Clark.com reviews Fidelity Investments to explain which investors are best suited for the brokerage firm.
Fidelity Investments Review 2023: Pros & Cons Investing & Retirement May 26th, 2023
You probably know Fidelity Investments is a giant, popular investment company. Our Fidelity review will help you figure out whether…
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New Report: The Age Most Americans Expect To Retire Investing & Retirement May 26th, 2023
There's a huge gap between the expected retirement age for many American workers versus when retirees actually leave the workplace,…
A Fisher Investments review finds that the investment company charges high fees and doesn't offer as much in the way of service as the rest of its competitors.
Fisher Investments Review: Is Fisher Really a Fiduciary? Investing & Retirement May 25th, 2023
Ken Fisher has been one of the most recognizable investment personalities for decades. Outside of the biggest names -- BlackRock,…
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My Parents Haven’t Saved for Retirement. What Should I Do To Help? Investing & Retirement May 19th, 2023
Most of the headlines regarding family members helping each other financially deal with parents supporting adult children. However, in many…
Best Investment Companies for Investors in 2023
Best Investment Companies for Investors in 2023 Investing & Retirement May 19th, 2023
The best investment companies are good fits for almost every investor, whether you’re a beginner or you’re making exotic trades.…
MySocialSecurity: The Free Account Everyone Needs To Set Up Before Retirement
MySocialSecurity: The Free Account Everyone Needs To Set Up Before Retirement Investing & Retirement May 19th, 2023
For many of us, Social Security will be a significant part of our income during retirement. In fact, the Social…
10 Rules for an Enjoyable Retirement
10 Rules for an Enjoyable Retirement Investing & Retirement May 19th, 2023
WANT A HAPPIER,more fulfilling retirement? You work your entire life to get there, and you want to make the most…
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My 18-Year-Old Son Got a $100,000 Settlement. Should He Use It To Max Out His IRA Every Year? Investing & Retirement May 18th, 2023
However it happens, you suddenly get a six-figure sum plopped into your bank account. Great news! Now what do you…
Coins stacked up and growing in value
What Is the Rule of 72 and Why Should You Care About It? Investing & Retirement May 17th, 2023
Everybody loves the idea of doubling their money. But did you know there's a simple formula that can help you…
Social Security money
Why Next Year’s Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment May Not Be As Big Investing & Retirement May 16th, 2023
At 8.7%, the 2023 cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security was huge. According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), the average…
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How Can I Estimate My Social Security Benefit? Investing & Retirement May 16th, 2023
Now that pensions are almost non-existent, many Americans rely on Social Security to sustain them financially in retirement. You can…
Inherited IRA
Why You Want To Spend Your IRA Money Before You Die Investing & Retirement May 11th, 2023
Prior to 2020, passing wealth from generation to generation through an IRA was a straightforward strategy. A family could take…
In this Charles Schwab review, I'll explain why money expert Clark Howard strongly recommends the investment company.
Charles Schwab Review 2023: Pros & Cons Investing & Retirement May 10th, 2023
In some ways, reviewing Charles Schwab isn't much different now than it would have been in the 1970s. Guided by…
7 Challenges in Retirement (and How To Solve Them)
7 Challenges in Retirement (and How To Solve Them) Investing & Retirement May 9th, 2023
AH, RETIREMENT.You’re blissfully free of the daily grind. If you’ve made plans for this long-awaited milestone, great. What if you…
Robinhood reviews are nuanced because of the many layers involved with judging the company that has further democratized investing.
Robinhood Review: Pros, Cons & Who Should Use It Investing & Retirement May 9th, 2023
Robinhood has democratized investing, making it accessible and affordable for people of any age and income. It offers commission-free trading…
In this Vanguard review, we'll explain why The Vanguard Group is excellent for passive investors and index funds.
Vanguard Review 2023: Pros & Cons Investing & Retirement May 9th, 2023
Paid non-client promotion. Clark.com receives compensation when a reader clicks "View Details" on this page. Most Vanguard reviews focus on…
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What Brokerage Do You Recommend for First-Time Investors or Kids? Investing & Retirement May 9th, 2023
Learning about finance and investing from an early age can be life-changing. Many of us have children, family members or…
Acorns vs. Robinhood is a common debate among new investors looking for a mobile fintech company.
Acorns vs. Robinhood: Which Investing App Is the Best? Investing & Retirement May 2nd, 2023
In this comparison of Acorns vs. Robinhood, I hope to show you why this is a wonderful era for investment…
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We Have Enough Money To Retire. Can We Cancel These Insurance Policies and Use the Money for Fun? Investing & Retirement May 2nd, 2023
If you don't have enough money saved for retirement, it's easy to know what to do. At least in broad…
Webull vs. Robinhood is a modern debate between free, self-directed investment apps.
Webull vs. Robinhood: Which Investing App Is the Best? Investing & Retirement May 1st, 2023
Webull vs. Robinhood: the subject of a great modern debate between people who love self-directed mobile investing platforms. When Robinhood…
Roth vs. traditional IRA is a decision that you'll face if you want to fund a retirement account outside of work.
Roth IRA vs. Traditional IRA: What’s the Difference? Investing & Retirement April 27th, 2023
If you're funding an Individual Retirement Account, your first decision will be a Roth vs. traditional IRA. But what's a…
Should I Pay Off Debt, Save Money or Invest?
Should I Pay Off Debt, Save Money or Invest? Investing & Retirement April 24th, 2023
You've got some cash and you're facing a financial decision: Should you invest, pay off debt or save that money…
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What Should I Read To Learn More About Investing? Investing & Retirement April 24th, 2023
You may want to learn about investing but you're not sure what to read or which advice to trust. You're…
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Are Money Market Funds a Safe Place To Stash My Savings? Investing & Retirement April 19th, 2023
The massive interest rate hikes since the first quarter of 2022 have impacted almost every corner of the United States…
Vanguard Personal Advisor Services Review
Vanguard Personal Advisor Services Review Investing & Retirement April 19th, 2023
Vanguard Personal Advisor Services offers the personal touch and level of service of a traditional financial advisor at the price…
11 Ways to Save Money in Retirement
11 Ways to Save Money in Retirement Investing & Retirement April 18th, 2023
Retirement can be a wonderful thing, but it comes without its own set of challenges. When you no longer have…
Webull is a free investment app for swing traders who understand technical analysis.
Webull Review: Free Stock, Charts Galore Investing & Retirement April 13th, 2023
Webull provides investors with a free, mobile-first trading app. In this article, I'll review Webull to help you understand what…
Betterment Review: How It Works, Pros & Cons
Betterment Review: How It Works, Pros & Cons Investing & Retirement April 12th, 2023
If you're reading a Betterment review, you probably already know something about robo-advisors. But how do they work, and what…
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Should I Tap Into My Emergency Fund To Max Out My IRA? Investing & Retirement April 12th, 2023
Tax-advantaged retirement accounts such as 401(k) plans and IRAs are crucial tools as you invest for your future. If you've…
Wealthfront Review
Wealthfront Review: How It Works, Pros & Cons Investing & Retirement April 11th, 2023
As I hope you'll understand after reading this Wealthfront review, if you want to outsource your investing but you don't…