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Picks Are we simply ‘not rich enough’? My husband and I want a financial adviser, but the well-regarded ones seem to only help people with ‘way more money.’ What’s our move?
Have an issue with your financial adviser or looking for a new one? Email picks@marketwatch.com.
Picks At what age should adult children start paying for their own cell phone, car, Netflix and more? Boomers think one thing — Gen Z another.
Parents are dipping into their savings to help adult kids financially. They're then losing out on the plethora of savings accounts now paying 4% or more.
Picks Some CDs are paying 5%, and here are the latest average rates on CDs
The latest rates on certificates of deposit
Picks One of the faces of the FIRE movement ‘had to’ (gasp) ‘go back to work.’ What does this mean if you want to retire early too?
Sam Dogen, known as the Financial Samurai, is heading back to work.
Picks What most Americans get wrong about savings right now
The latest rates on savings accounts and money market accounts
Picks I am 60 and plan to retire in March. I have $113K in my 401(k) and no other savings, but I will get an early retirement package of 9 months salary. Should I get a pro to help me?
Have an issue with your financial adviser or looking for a new one? Email picks@marketwatch.com.
Picks Some CDs are now paying upwards of 5%. So is it time to reconsider the humble certificate of deposit?
The latest rates on CDs
Picks Here’s what Suze Orman said when asked what the ‘perfect formula’ for how much to spend vs. save really was
The financial guru and author on how to divvy up your money between debt, savings and retirement.
Picks 5 things you should never do with your savings
Common mistakes too many Americans make with their savings.
Picks Economists say the chances of a recession this year are 61%. So here are 10 money moves to consider in 2023
As consumer prices showed continued signs of decline in March, pros say these proactive steps can help prepare for whatever possible changes lie ahead.
Picks I’m 53, got laid off, and wondering what to do now. I have $425K saved for retirement, $10K in an HSA, and a property I could sell for an extra $200K in cash. Is getting professional help wise?
Have an issue with your financial adviser or looking to hire a new one? Email picks@marketwatch.com.
Picks My wife and I live ‘an average life’ in the Bay Area making $320K. Last year, we bought a house for $200K over asking — now we don’t want to live in it. Should we get professional help?
Have an issue with your financial adviser or looking for a new one? Email picks@marketwatch.com.
Picks ‘He has totally ghosted me.’ I asked my adviser to invest $20K in something safe with a decent return. Now my calls go unanswered for months. What should I do?
Have an issue with your financial adviser or looking for a new one? Email picks@marketwatch.com.
Picks ‘How do I break up with him?’ My financial adviser passed away 2 years ago and his partner took over my account. But I’m 70, retired and want out now.
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Picks Yes, you can earn 5% on a variety of CDs right now. Here’s what to know before you get one.
The latest rates on certificates of deposit.
Picks We make $400K a year, but spend $14K a month and need to save for our kids’ college and retirement. Should we hire a pro to help?
Have an issue with your financial adviser or looking for a new one? Email picks@marketwatch.com.
Picks I inherited ‘a sizable amount’ from my mother. A financial adviser took me out for a free meal at an investment seminar and made ‘some good, interesting points.’ Should I be wary?
“If you’re getting a free steak dinner, make sure you’re not the one who’s really on the menu.”
Picks I just want a financial adviser to help every now and then — but most of them want me to pay them year round. No thanks. What’s my move?
Have an issue with your financial adviser or looking for a new one? Email picks@marketwatch.com.
Picks 90% of homeowners saw their home insurance premiums rise last year. So if you haven’t made this money-saving move, it may be time to consider it
How to save money on homeowners insurance
Picks ‘My friends and family say I’m rich.’ I’m 26 and make $100,000 a year living in St. Louis, where I pay $850 in rent. But I can’t afford to buy a home, and am losing money when I invest. Would hiring a financial adviser be a smart move?
Is a financial adviser needed if you feel overwhelmed about money?
