Category Archives: Credit Info

401(k) required minimum distributions could push you into higher taxes

‘Mornings with Maria’ panel assesses yields and previews Q1 earnings for Nvidia and retailers. For working Americans with access to a 401(k), there’s perhaps no easier way to save for retirement. You tell your employer how much money you want to contribute per year or per pay period, and that money gets deducted from your […]

Why your 401(k) target date fund could be limiting growth potential

‘Mornings with Maria’ panel assesses yields and previews Q1 earnings for Nvidia and retailers. You might think that finding the money to contribute to your 401(k) is the hardest part of saving for retirement. But choosing the right investments can also be challenging. For this reason, many 401(k) savers take the easy way out and […]

Social Security trust fund to run out by 2032, new report warns

OpenTheBooks CEO John Hart joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to discuss long-term Social Security and Medicare deficits as fiscal pressures mount. The clock is ticking faster for American workers and seniors. The Social Security Administration’s newly released 2026 Trustees Report confirms that the federal retirement safety net is less than seven years away from fiscal depletion, […]

Best and worst states for retirement affordability revealed

BlackRock Global Head of Retirement Solutions Nick Nefouse announces a new plan to expand retirement investment options on ‘Varney & Co.’ Americans of all ages are facing affordability concerns, with retirees on fixed incomes in particular feeling the strain – though where they choose to live in their golden years has a big impact on […]

Gen X can’t retire on time as inflation outpaces wages, survey finds

Alliance Global Partners chief global strategist Mark Grant discusses his income tax strategy for retirees on ‘Varney & Co.’ For the generation that should be in its “peak savings years,” the prospect of retiring on time has shifted from a plan to a prayer. A newly released Employee Financial Wellness Survey by PwC found that […]

Five money mistakes Americans make in their 30s and 40s: expert

BD8 Capital Partners CIO Barbara Doran discusses the market’s rebound and retail investor re-entry on ‘Making Money.’ Americans are facing mounting financial pressure, but even small changes to everyday habits could make a major impact on long-term wealth, one expert says. Nearly three-quarters of Americans failed to meet their savings and spending goals last year, […]

Here’s what happens when you dispute a credit card charge

 Financial influencer Taylor Price joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to break down how shifting your mindset can help Americans grow wealth and achieve the American Dream. You have 60 days from your credit card statement date to dispute a charge. After that, the protection disappears. If you’ve ever spotted a charge you didn’t recognize and done […]

ETFs or mutual funds? How to choose in today’s market

BD8 Capital Partners CIO Barbara Doran discusses the market’s rebound and retail investor re-entry on ‘Making Money.’ As more Americans take a hands-on approach to their finances, many are weighing whether to invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or mutual funds. Both offer a simple way to build a diversified portfolio of stocks or bonds, and […]

Tax-efficient Diversification Techniques | Fox Business

Investors are increasingly focused on not just how they invest their money but also how they can optimize their after-tax investment outcomes. Allspring Global Investments is dedicated to helping investors navigate the evolving tax and estate planning landscapes. Concentrated stock positions can create unwanted risk in investors’ portfolios. Despite the risk, a combination of factors—including […]

Jobs market may determine if credit scores continue declining in 2026

Micah Abigail LLC founder and @fitcreditdoctor Micah Smith speaks to Fox News Digital about why she’s largely against the implementation of a 50-year mortgage rate. A strong credit score can be the key to major financial purchases and affordable loans, but some states saw notable declines that created a “perfect storm” for Americans’ wallets, according […]