Most of us recognize that legal means exist to assume control over an aging parent’s finances when their health declines. We use a legal document called a Durable Power of Attorney for that, so the aging parent will appoint someone to manage money if they become impaired. But that can…

‘Tis the season to gather and give thanks without breaking the bank.  High grocery prices and travel expenses may threaten to put a dent in this year’s holiday fun, but a full stomach doesn’t have to mean an empty wallet. Thanksgiving should be about fun, family and festivities, not stressing over…

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Donald Trump’s new administration will revive its “maximum pressure” policy to “bankrupt” Iran’s ability to fund regional proxies and develop nuclear weapons, according to people familiar with the transition.Trump’s foreign policy team will seek to ratchet up sanctions on Tehran, including vital oil exports, as soon as the president-elect re-enters…

It’s Medicare Open Enrollment Period. As I wrote earlier, Open Enrollment this year is unusually important because of significant changes in Medicare Advantage and Part D prescription drug plans. Medicare is complicated, and most people have numerous options. The big changes this year make it especially important to seek help…

If you are renting an apartment for the first time, there are likely many questions swirling in your mind.  You may be wondering how much you should be spending on rent. You could be curious about the potential extra costs beyond rent. Perhaps you’re worried about being approved for the…

Drilling Tools International Corporation (NASDAQ:DTI) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call November 14, 2024 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Ken Dennard – IRWayne Prejean – CEODavid Johnson – CFO Conference Call Participants Jeff Grampp – Alliance Global PartnersSteve Ferazani – Sidoti & CompanyBlake McLean – Daniel Energy Partners Operator Greetings, and…

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.Two of Elon Musk’s private companies are set to secure multibillion-dollar jumps in valuation through new deals, as investors race to back the sprawling business interests of the world’s richest man.SpaceX, the…

If you’re approaching retirement or have recently retired, it’s only natural that you’re looking forward to your newfound freedom. You might be planning to travel, pursuing your hobbies and interests, and reconnecting with relatives and friends. Welcome to the “go-go” phase of retirement when you’re still active and vital and…

Mortgage rates barely moved this week after marching higher for the past month and a half, while purchase demand remains stalled in the stagnant housing market. Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey, released Thursday, showed that the average rate on the benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage ticked down to 6.78% from…