Among the most common financial mistakes, a scattered portfolio, old accounts, and overlooked documents can quietly drain wealth.
Tax inefficiency and outdated beneficiaries often go unnoticed until it’s too late.
If you want to prevent costly mistakes, make sure you have a clear financial plan that you regularly revisit and adjust as necessary.

Most people think playing it safe and staying at a job you hate is the financially savvy option.
However, staying put can also have negative financial consequences.
There are a number of red flags to look for when deciding if you should leave your job.
Instead of quitting to chase your dreams, consider building a side hustle while keeping your day job.
If your side hustle is successful, it will eventually reach the point where it can become your main job.

Libya has the highest official retirement age at 70 years old.
Other countries with high retirement ages include Australia, Greece, Iceland, Israel, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and the United States.
Countries with low official retirement ages often have high effective retirement ages, meaning people tend to work until their mid-60s regardless of where they live.
While the United States will avoid a rise in the retirement age in 2025, from 67 years old, the Republican Party has continually proposed this during budget talks.

Experts warn that AI tools can sound convincing but often rely on outdated info and lack personal context.
Specialized platforms like Quest IndexGPT and AIEQ ETF offer institutional, data-driven alternatives to all-purpose generative AI.
Experts recommend using AI for education and exploration, but not decision-making; human financial advisors remain essential for reliable planning and investing.

Americans can expect to pay anywhere from about $5,000 to $30,000 per month for nursing home care, depending on the market.1
Medicare covers 100% of the costs of nursing home care for only 20 days. After that, families must handle the costs.
There are steps families can take to try to shield themselves from these high costs, but it's important to prepare early.

About 1 in 3 Americans want the housing market to crash, according to a new survey, and many renters believe that a crash will allow them to afford a home.
Experts warn against trying to time the housing market because lost equity, rising prices, and a dash for homes could offset any potential gains from waiting.
Instead, the best thing to do is buy a home when you can afford it.