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Picks Even though I’m willing to pay a ‘substantial’ hourly rate, I’m finding it ‘nearly impossible to find a competent financial advisor.’ What gives?
Have an issue with your financial adviser or looking to hire a new one? Email picks@marketwatch.com.
Picks Suze Orman tells us why you need not one, but two, of these accounts: ‘There’s a vital difference that people have to get in their head.’
An interview with the financial guru and best-selling author on how to think about your savings.
Picks These 3 banks are paying 5.15% APY for opening a savings account right now with just a $1 minimum deposit. And 7 more of the best rates for July 2023
What to know before signing up for a savings account
Picks We plan to retire in 2 to 3 years with a small pension, 401(k)s and IRAs. We’d love a financial adviser to help us plan for the next 30+ years. But what might that cost?
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Picks This credit union is paying 5.65% for a 9-month CD. And 9 more of the best-paying CDs of July 2023.
Here’s what experts say you need to know before investing in these fixed-rate products.
Picks Even as inflation eases to 3%, recession worries are not totally gone. Here are 10 money moves to consider
As the consumer price index showed slight signs of improvement in June, pros say these steps can help prepare for what may lie ahead.
Picks ‘My wife and I need help.’ We are in our 50s, working, trying to sell our home, and have barely any debt minus our student loans. But we want to do better financially. Should we get professional help?
How to find the right financial adviser for you.
Picks I’m 65 and semi-retired, having amassed $1.8 million myself with ‘a lot of risky small caps,’ tech stocks and some ETFs. I also have 20% in cash. Am I doing it right? Do I need an adviser to help?
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Picks I have $300K in my retirement account and my adviser says ‘he doesn’t make anything off my money.’ Is this fishy?
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Picks What is an independent financial adviser? How do they differ from the rest?
Learn about the pros and cons of working with an independent financial adviser
Picks We asked ChatGPT and a financial adviser: How should I save money if I have a limited income? Here’s how they stacked up.
With many high-yield savings accounts now paying 4% or more, it’s a great time to be saving money. But it’s extra tough for many families to do right now.
Picks How much does a financial adviser cost?
Wondering about financial adviser fees? Learn about the costs of financial advice, from hourly rates to asset-based fees.
Picks 9 powerful questions to ask a financial adviser in your first meeting
Getting these answers can help determine if they are right for you and your money.
Picks Fiduciary vs. financial adviser: What’s the difference?
What sets a fiduciary apart from a financial adviser? Learn about the legal obligations and ethical responsibilities that differentiate these roles.
Picks What is a financial adviser and how do they work with you?
Get an overview of financial advisors, answers to common questions, and tips on how to choose the right one for you.
Picks I am 60 and plan to retire in March. I have $113K in my 401(k) and no other savings, but I will get an early retirement package of 9 months salary. Should I get a pro to help me?
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Picks ‘I’m under great financial stress and a mountain of credit card debt.’ I’m 66, retired in 2021, and need help. Who should I turn to?
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Picks Financial adviser vs. financial planner: What’s the difference?
Looking for financial guidance? Learn the differences between a financial adviser and a financial planner to find the best professional to meet your needs.
Picks Fed chief says interest rates are likely to rise ‘once or twice by the end of the year.’ In the meantime, these 10 CDs and savings accounts are paying more than 5% APY.
The Fed declined to raise rates in June, however Powell's latest testimony before the Senate suggests future hikes. Here’s what pros say that means for savings.
