Doug Hutchinson

CFA®, Director of Research and Trading

When to Take Social Security

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When to Take Social Security: 5 Key Considerations

Choosing when to file for Social Security benefits is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make leading up to retirement. The timing can significantly impact how much money you’ll receive over your lifetime. You can start collecting Social Security...

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Tax Loss Harvesting Rules and Examples

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Tax Loss Harvesting Rules and Examples

If you have a taxable investment account, tax loss harvesting could help you reduce your tax burden. Before the year is out, take a look at your...

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Benefits of Investing Early for Retirement

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The Benefits of Investing Early for Retirement

When I was a kid, it annoyed me when relatives I only saw during the holidays would exclaim, “Look at how much you’ve grown!” Now that I’m an adult,...

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Year-End Financial Planning Checklist

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Year-End Financial Planning Checklist

With the year coming to a close, now is a good time to do an annual review of your financial health. Here are 10 financial planning items to review...

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Planning for Inheritance

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Planning for Inheritance

To ensure your assets are distributed in accordance with your wishes, detailed financial planning is essential. Without a legal will, up-to-date...

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Financial Planning Sandwich Generation

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Financial Planning for the Sandwich Generation

If you have a parent age 65 or older and at least one dependent child, you’re a member of the sandwich generation. According to Pew Research, about...

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Tax Strategies for Non-Taxable Estates

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Tax Planning Strategies for Non-Taxable Estates

Through the end of 2025, only estates worth more than $13.61 million are subject to federal estate tax. Under the current law, only a tiny percentage...

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What To Do (and Not Do) After Being Laid Off

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What To Do (and Not Do) After Being Laid Off

About 40% of U.S. workers will lose their job at some point in their career. Being laid off can leave you feeling rejected, sad, or even angry — even...

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List of Largest Companies in the World

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How the List of Largest Companies in the World Changes Over Time

Nvidia’s market cap reached $3.3 trillion in mid-June, briefly eclipsing Microsoft as the largest publicly traded company in the world. When thinking...

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Things to discuss with aging parents

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5 Essential Things to Discuss With Aging Parents

If you have aging loved ones, filling out an advance medical directive and researching care homes are probably not high on your to-do list (or...

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