Rachel Christian

Recessions aren't common but they strike fear into the hearts of investors nonetheless — especially when you're getting close to retirement.

As college tuition soars, parents are caught in a balancing act: How to save for their child’s education and their own retirement at the same time.

Here’s a breakdown of the most common annuity terms so you can make informed decisions as you navigate your options.

Bonds, often referred to as fixed-income investments , are considered a standard element of a diversified portfolio.

Almost half of all corporate money contributed to this year's campaigns — yes, nearly half — has come from crypto backers. See where Donald Trump and Kamala Harris stand on crypto.

Almost half of all corporate money contributed to this year's federal election campaigns — yes, nearly half — has come from crypto backers, according to a recent report from the consumer advocacy group Public Citizen

Bonds can be a valuable addition to an investment portfolio. But how do they generate returns for investors? The short answer is interest payments.

Annuities are a way to secure a steady income stream in retirement. But like many investments — including bonds, savings accounts and certificates of deposit — certain types of annuities are impacted by interest rates.

Interest rates are important to consider when purchasing an annuity.

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