Some pension plans let retirees choose between smaller lifelong income payments or a large lump sum. If one or both spouses are in line to receive pensions, a couple should at least explore some of the possibilities for lump sum investment.
ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) accounts are tax‑advantaged savings vehicles that allow people with significant disabilities to save and invest for the future without jeopardizing eligibility for key public benefits. Beginning January 1, 2026, eligibility expands to include individuals whose disability began before age 46 (previously age 26). This change means that roughly six million additional Americans — including over one million veterans — may now qualify for an ABLE account. If you or someone you know could benefit, here’s a clear summary of how ABLE accounts work. Eligibility You may...
The Greenback’s Great Reset: The U.S. Dollar in 2026 A dollar just doesn’t go as far as it used to. That’s what people say about the relentless impact of inflation, but lately, it’s been true in another sense. The greenback’s buying power has been...
The Icarus Correction: Lessons from the Historic Gold and Silver Crash...
In a stunning shift of global geopolitics, Venezuela has entered a period...