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Rules for making grandparents part of college planning

By Brian Safdari, College Planning Experts
Jul 29, 2026 9:51 am - If your child’s grandparents feel they have the resources to help out with college expenses and are offering their support, there are ways to optimize their contributions without jeopardizing financial aid.
An IRA playbook to build wealth at every stage of life

SHERYL ROWLING of Morningstar
Jul 18, 2026 7:33 am - In the world of financial planning, we often treat retirement accounts as static buckets. But for the savvy investor, an IRA has a life cycle that must evolve as they do. From a teen’s first summer job to a retiree’s final legacy bequest, the optimal way to use these accounts changes based on tax bracket and life stage.
Americans are using credit-card rewards to pay for groceries, gas

By Josyana Joshua
Jul 16, 2026 3:09 pm - A pile of credit-card reward points can take you business class to Bali or cover a few days’ stay in a London boutique hotel. These days, as inflation strains American budgets, more people say they’re using points for daily essentials, from gasoline to cat litter.
Families need to understand the true cost of attending college

By Brian Safdari
Jul 15, 2026 9:04 am - A recent report in Inside Higher Ed said something that wasn’t surprising to me: Many students and families are unprepared for the true cost of college.
Banks rake in big profits as both Wall Street and the US consumer stay strong

By MATT OTT
Jul 14, 2026 2:30 pm - Five of the biggest U.S. banks reported record profits on Tuesday, boosted by their trading desks and a remarkably resilient American consumer amid persistent global economic uncertainty.
Creating stronger communities through local commitment

By Nora Reyes
Jul 09, 2026 3:50 pm - Strong communities are built through consistent investment, meaningful partnerships, and organizations that are committed to supporting the neighborhoods they serve.
Smarter treasury management for your business

By Steve Blessing
Jul 09, 2026 3:44 pm - Running a successful business requires more than simply balancing the books. From managing cash flow and paying bills to protecting your accounts from fraud, every financial decision plays a role in your company’s success.
When growth creates more complexity

By Tracey Seward
Jul 09, 2026 3:24 pm - More revenue, more customers, more hiring and more work usually meant the business was moving in the right direction. Today, growth is not always that simple.
Five ways to avoid tax penalties in 2026

By SHERYL ROWLING of Morningstar
Jun 27, 2026 12:52 pm - In a perfect world, the IRS wants 90% of your total tax liability paid “ratably” (equally) throughout the year. The problem? Most successful people don’t have perfectly predictable incomes.
Take this simple step as you approach retirement

By CHRISTINE BENZ of Morningstar
Jun 27, 2026 12:36 pm - An important job in the two or so years leading up to retirement — right up there with figuring out your healthcare coverage and winding down your work activities — is building up a cash cushion.

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