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By Joel Dresang My experiences with identity theft offer warnings and reassurances about the latest compromise of personal data. […]

Investors who worry about everything that could possibly affect their money need to focus on what they actually have some power to control, Steve Giles advises. In a MONEY TALK VIDEO, he explains how that approach is better for their investments (and perhaps their sleep). […]

In an ongoing feature, we answer frequently asked questions on when investors should consider taking certain steps toward long-term financial plans. Included here is Mike Hoelzl’s look at when to consider investing in actively managed funds, which includes a link to his look at when to consider passive index funds. […]

By Joel Dresang While one absconded with my card, the other sneaked a read of my PIN. […]

For What It’s Worth is an occasional look at the meanings and origins of words and expressions investors may encounter. In this instance, we consider the preferred title for Janet Yellen, who’s seated at the head of the Federal Reserve. […]

By Joel Dresang A primal mission throughout the ages has been to make the next generation better off. For eons, our forebears have sacrificed – crossed oceans, endured hardships, surrendered lives – for our benefit. You don’t have to look far to see examples of such efforts every day. And yet, only 37% of Americans believe the next generation will be better off. That puzzles me. And it turns out that I am party to the pessimism. […]