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Webinar: Opportunities to Transform Education in a Post-COVID World
Register to attend this exclusive discussion with Sal Khan, co-founder, Khan Academy; Wendy Kopp, co-founder and CEO, Teach for All/Teach for America; and Geoffrey Canada, president, Harlem Children’s Zone; focused on our education system in a post-COVID world.
Advancing Tax Proposals Put Corporations and High-Income Individuals in Spotlight
As we monitor progression through the legislative process, here are some highlights from the previously released proposed provisions worth noting.
Key Questions for Long-Term Investors
Whether you’ve been investing for decades or are just getting started, at some point on your investment journey you’ll likely ask yourself some of these questions.
Benefits of 529 Plans
There are many more advantages to the college savings programs than simple tax benefits.
Greece 2021
I write to you toward the end of a splendid “trip of a lifetime” with my closest old friends…
Cash Crusade: Where Does Money Created Via Quantitative Easing Actually Go?
As tapering moves to the forefront of policy discussions, you should understand the mechanics of quantitative easing (QE), how money is created and flows into the financial system, and the impact it’s having on financial markets.
The Rise of Fintech: 2 Trends Shaping the World
Financial services are undergoing a digital transformation of their own, driven by technological innovations in several key areas.
How Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate Works
Capital gains tax is one of the most overlooked expenses you’ll need to pay on a real estate transaction.
Too Hot to Handle: What's Ahead for the U.S. Housing Market?
Prices are so high that some buyers are backing off, but demand remains strong and will outstrip housing supply for the foreseeable future.
The Rise of Green Muni Bonds
Investors in green bonds should consider the potential trade-offs between investing for environmental impact and investing for return and capital preservation.
Don't Neglect the Softer Side of Your Estate Plan
It's worthwhile to think through some of the softer, nonfinancial issues that could arise in your later years.
Do You Qualify for a Mortgage Interest Deduction
Some homeowners claim mortgage interest deductions to pay less in income tax each year. Is this a viable option for you?
Infrastructure Legislation Advances, But Still Has a Ways to Go
Despite taking some important steps to advance, the legislation still has a ways to go and will have to overcome more hurdles.
Ways to Help: Afghanistan Refugee Resettlement
Here is a list of charities and organizations you may want to consider for donation or volunteering to help with aid, refugee resettlement, and other basic human needs.
8 Financial Do's and Don'ts for the 7-Figure Retirement
Spending your nest egg carefully is just as important as building it.
Which Powers Should A Power of Attorney Include?
The biggest problem with powers of attorney is not the lack of one, but having one without sufficient powers or provisions.
VIDEO: U.S. Census 2020 Results: Takeaways
Every 10 years, the U.S. Census Bureau releases its final count of the U.S. population. This video looks at some key takeaways from the 2020 Census.
Market Perspectives August 2021
The state of the global economy at midyear still very much depends on the course of COVID-19, especially considering differences in vaccination rates and varied levels of fiscal support.
How to Help: 2021 Haiti Earthquake
On the morning of August 14, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti, causing widespread destruction. Currently, critical needs include medical help, food and water and shelter.
What is the Cost of Extreme Weather?
2021 has already been marked by a series of extreme and catastrophic weather events, prompting policy makers to focus on more resilient infrastructure and investments to mitigate climate change, which has meaningfully exacerbated extreme weather events.