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12 Unhealthiest Big Cities in America: 2024
By Michael S. FischerHealth risks like obesity, smoking, drinking and air pollution are more prevalent in these cities, SmartAsset finds.
March 06, 2024
Secure Act 2.0 Smooths Path for Small-Business Retirement Plan Do-OversThe law makes it easier to switch from SIMPLE IRAs to a safe harbor 401(k).
March 06, 2024
13 Cheap Stocks With New Dividend Hikes: MorningstarRaising dividends can be a sign of a company's confidence in its future finances, Tom Lauricella writes.
March 05, 2024
Bear Markets and Winter Colds: 11 Ways They AlignSure, they're both annoying and, usually, temporary: This too shall pass.
March 05, 2024
Life and Health Job Outlook Improves for 2024Insurers ended up with stronger worker demand in 2023 than they expected in the yearly staffing survey.
March 04, 2024
What Many Advisors Overlook in Boosting Clients' Financial SecurityThe psychology of money is becoming core to the planning profession. Here's where to start.
March 04, 2024
12 Healthiest Big Cities in America: 2024SmartAsset ranked 100 cities on factors like obesity, smoking, diabetes and mental health.
March 01, 2024
12 Worst Tax States for High EarnersPeople earning $150,000 in these locales have a state and local tax rate topping 10%, WalletHub found.