Tax-Sheltered Retirement-Bucket Portfolios for Minimalist Vanguard Investors These portfolios use index funds as building blocks, as well as a little bit of cash. Christine Benz Sep 3, 2026
Tax-Sheltered Retirement-Bucket Portfolios for Fidelity Investors These Fidelity-only examples aim to support spending needs while maintaining long-term growth allocation. Christine Benz Sep 3, 2026
Tax-Sheltered Retirement-Bucket Portfolios for Vanguard Investors Designed for retirees in tax-sheltered accounts, these portfolios blend index and active funds. Christine Benz Sep 3, 2026
Direct Real Estate Funds Are Making a Comeback Improving performance and attractive tax benefits have the asset class on the upswing, but some funds are still challenged by liquidity issues. Jason Kephart Sep 3, 2026
Doing These 3 ‘Wrong’ Things With Your Money? I’m Not Worried Why a fan of ‘good enough’ investing isn’t losing sleep over these often-criticized financial moves. Christine Benz Aug 31, 2026
401(k) Millionaires: Here’s How to Avoid Going Broke in Retirement Plus, tips to leverage the SALT deduction and prevent leaving behind a big tax bill. Sheryl Rowling and Ivanna Hampton Aug 28, 2026
Retirees: Should You Take RMDs Early in the Year or Wait? Assessing the pros and cons of 3 main approaches. Christine Benz Aug 19, 2026
Scammed Out of Your IRA? You Could Still Owe Taxes Missing the 60-day rollover deadline has tax consequences, but IRS relief may be available. Denise Appleby Aug 18, 2026
The Investment Account That Makes It Easier to Tap Into Your Money With their flexibility, tax-saving opportunities, and other advantages, taxable brokerage accounts can be a valuable complement to 401(k)s and IRAs. Christine Benz Aug 17, 2026
Your 7-Figure Retirement Fund Might Not Stretch As Far As You Think. Here’s How to Change That A million-dollar portfolio no longer guarantees financial freedom. These 8 financial do’s and don’ts will help retirees protect their hard-earned nest egg. Sheryl Rowling Aug 13, 2026
7 Investments That Belong in Your Taxable Account From municipal bonds to ETFs and individual stocks, these investments can help you keep more of your taxable account’s returns. Christine Benz Aug 12, 2026
Don’t Leave Tax Savings on the Table: How to Conduct a Midyear IRA Checkup Plus, fund ideas for keeping it simple and striving for capital appreciation. Russel Kinnel and Ivanna Hampton Jul 17, 2026
5 Things to Do Now to Retire in 3 to 5 Years These retirement planning strategies can give you peace of mind when your countdown is in the single digits. Christine Benz and Valentina Djeljosevic Jul 9, 2026
Cody Garrett and Sean Mullaney: ‘For Most Americans, You’re Going to Pay Less Tax in Retirement’ Two financial planners share tax-smart strategies for before and during retirement. Christine Benz and Amy C. Arnott, CFA Jul 7, 2026
25 Top Picks for Tax-Efficient ETFs and Mutual Funds These funds can help limit tax costs while providing stock and bond exposure. Christine Benz Jun 10, 2026
Understanding Your Federal and State 529 Tax Benefits A variety of tax incentives and deductions accompany many 529 plans. Mary Marshall Jun 9, 2026
529 Plan vs. Taxable Brokerage Account: Why a Hybrid College Savings Strategy May Work Best The tax advantages still shine, but consider a balanced approach. Sheryl Rowling Jun 9, 2026
Should You Reinvest Dividends? Not Always Reinvesting dividends can help build wealth over time, but it isn’t always the best move for retirees, concentrated portfolios, or tax planning. Amy C. Arnott, CFA Jun 1, 2026
4 Financial Worries to Cross Off Your List Some concerns belong in the ‘unlikely to happen/deal with it when it actually does’ bin. Christine Benz May 20, 2026
You Just Retired (or Are About to). Now What? Your take-control toolkit involves strategies for spending, investing, Social Security, and taxes. Christine Benz May 6, 2026