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No longer elective: Personal finance education is becoming a must in high schools

More states are requiring high school students to take personal finance course, with an emphasis on the real-world money skills they'll need after graduation.

What's all the excitement about I Bonds?

I Bonds are an investment option for individuals who want to protect their savings from inflation and earn a predictable rate of return. See if this type of investment could be aligned with your financial goals.

What is the average retirement savings by state?

Americans have saved $498,000 on average for retirement, according to Empower data. Check out the average retirement savings by state.

The millionaire code

More people seem to be cracking the code to reach the ultra-high net worth threshold of at least $30 million, with double-digit growth in the U.S. in 2023.

Move a mile

Move a mile, make a million

Tax optimization strategies are an important consideration in overall wealth and lifestyle planning. You don’t have to move thousands of miles to benefit from “tax cliffs” – or variations in tax rules when you cross a border. 

5 habits of excellent retirement savers

Wonder how Americans are saving for retirement? Learn about the five habits excellent retirement savers follow.

Circling back to work: Strategies to save throughout your career

Check out these ways to manage your money during your career and help avoid slowdowns in your savings journey.

They’re back: Gen Z are the new boomerang generation

The percentage of adult children living at home surged more than 87% over the past two decades. What prevents Gen Zers from flying the nest?

Over 1 in 5 Americans have no emergency savings

Are Americans prepared for a financial emergency? Many, it turns out, are not. An Empower study reveals 21% of Americans have no emergency savings and 37% couldn’t afford an emergency expense over $400.

Retirement savings: The Saver’s Credit explained

Depending on your income, you may be eligible for the Saver's Credit: A tax credit that can further incentivize you to increase your retirement contributions while reducing your tax bill.  

Here’s what saving 1% more could mean for your retirement

What if we told you that saving 1% more each month could be the difference between living the lifestyle you want and worrying about money during retirement? 

Saving money for long-term vs. short-term financial goals

It can be difficult to juggle long-term goals and short-term needs. This article explores different account types and approaches to balancing financial endeavors.

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