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Rix Pix Photography / Shutterstock.comSocial Security is not a well-understood program. In fact, a 2025 survey found that over half of respondents said they didn’t know the best time to start taking Social Security benefits, and roughly the same number were uncertain when they would reach their full retirement age. The confusion’s a shame, given how many of us will need this money badly in our old age. Around 21%

Drazen Zigic / Shutterstock.comAre you launching a new job search? If so, you’re probably spending time updating and tweaking your resume, ensuring that your LinkedIn profile supports your applications and networking with professionals in your target field. Now, you’re ready to start prepping for interviews, which includes preparing to answer situational questions that are likely to come up.

Miljan Zivkovic / Shutterstock.comDan Buettner is the founder of Blue Zones. Blue Zones is an organization devoted to helping people live longer, better lives by sharing the lessons of the longest-lived cultures. You may have heard about him recently as he stars in the Netflix series, “Live to 100, Secrets of the Blue Zones.” In Episode 1 he travels to the Japanese island of Okinawa to learn about ikigai. However…

Ground Picture / Shutterstock.comTax season is in full swing! You’ve likely either already prepared your tax return or it’s patiently waiting as part of your financial to-do list in the upcoming weeks. Whether you receive professional assistance or not, getting your taxes in order can be a daunting and difficult task given the many federal and state complexities and often changing rules. Read on as we’ll explore key…

US economy unexpectedly loses jobs in February; unemployment rate rises to 4.4%

It’s hard to miss all the news about Operation Epic Fury, the current joint military strikes that the U.S. and Israel launched against Iran. But as the press briefings roll out, you might notice a familiar pattern. When politicians talk about military action, they usually focus on the strategy or the danger. They rarely want to talk about the price tag, which is odd. After all, how can you measure the cost-benefit of an action without knowing the cost? We can all hope the benefit in this case is worth the cost. But in the meantime, you deserve to know…

U.S. stocks spiraled lower throughout the day, with the blue-chip Dow index closing almost 800 points lower, as oil prices climbed above $80 per barrel to the highest level in more than a year after Iran said it hit an oil tanker with a missile off the coast of Iraq. The missile strike signals wider risks to shipping in the Persian Gulf, beyond the Strait of Hormuz. Iran said earlier it closed the Strait of Hormuz, which about a fifth of the world’s oil and liquified natural gas passes through. Though President Donald Trump offered U.S. Navy ships as escorts…

Precious metals like gold and silver are often seen as long-term stores of value, especially during periods of market uncertainty. Some investors explore these assets as a way to diversify beyond traditional investments like stocks and bonds. While gold and silver can play a role in a balanced portfolio, not every dealer or investment offer is legitimate. Understanding common warning signs can help you protect your money while deciding whether gold or silver investing fits your financial goals. Why gold and silver scams are common The precious metals industry can be complicated, which creates opportunities for scams for several reasons.…

Every weekend, I recap “news you can use” from the week — a handful of quotes from major (and often expensive) financial news sources — so you can stay up to date on the news that affects your money without spending a dime and in less than a minute. Here’s an overview of what happened this week. Trump leaves door open for extended U.S. campaign against Iran. What that could mean for the economy. (March 2, MarketWatch) “From the beginning, we projected four to five weeks, but we have capability to go far longer than that,” Trump said Monday at a…

Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Monster. Layoffs are being discussed everywhere from headlines and LinkedIn feeds to group chats. Yet when it comes time to update a resume, many workers still feel they need to keep quiet. According to Monster’s Layoff Stigma Study, based on responses from more than 1,000 employed U.S. workers, one in three workers (33%) say they would hide a layoff on their resume if they were laid off tomorrow. Even in an era of widespread corporate downsizing, job seekers remain conflicted about how much transparency is too much. The findings reveal a modern paradox:…