Latest articles by Donna LeValley
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Do You Need Separate Flood Insurance?
insurance What to know about getting separate flood insurance, including the costs and coverage.
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What’s the Best Medigap Plan?
Medicare The 10 Medigap plans offer different levels of benefits that pay for expenses not covered by original Medicare.
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What's the Difference Between a Bond's Price and Value?
bonds Bonds are complex. Learning about how to trade them is as important as why to trade them.
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Money Market Account Basics
savings An explanation of money market account basics.
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Medicare Premiums 2024: IRMAA for Parts B and D
The income related monthly adjustment amount (IRMAA) for 2024 Medicare Part B & Part D Premiums.
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Medicare Premiums 2025: Projected IRMAA for Parts B and D
Will your monthly Medicare premiums increase next year? It depends.
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Boost Your Social Security Benefit Every Month You Delay
social security You don't need to wait an entire year beyond your full retirement age to earn delayed retirement credits.
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Which Airlines Have the Most Legroom — and Which Have the Least?
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12 FAQs About Medicare
Medicare When you turn 65, you have to master a new health care system. We’re here to help.
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What Is the Par Value of Bonds?
Understanding par value will help you determine the value of a bond.
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Bond Basics: What the Ratings Mean
investing Knowing the creditworthiness of your bond issuer can help limit the risk of default and maximize yield.
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Bonds: Everything You Need to Know
investing Bond yield, maturity, interest and price explained.
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SEP IRA vs. Solo 401(k): Which Is Better?
Two retirement plans, the solo 401(k) and SEP IRAs, allow small business owners and the self-employed to save up to $69,000 annually.
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Best Time of Year to Buy A House
You may find a good home deal at any time of year, but certain seasons or even months have the perfect blend of inventory, supply and price. Here's when to look.
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The Fed's Latest Move Is Good News for Homebuyers
A steady Fed rate means mortgage rates might stabilize in a tight housing market.
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SEP IRA Contribution Limits for 2024
SEP IRA A good option for small business owners, SEP IRAs allow individual annual contributions of as much as $69,000 a year.
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CDs vs Bonds: Which Is Better for You?
Comparing the benefits of CDs and bonds
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Fans vs Air Conditioners: Which Is the Cheaper Way to Cool Off?
Fans are cheaper than air conditioners but significantly less effective when the temperature and humidity soar.
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NYC Congestion Pricing Is On Hold. What It Means For You
The NYC congestion pricing plan is on indefinite hold and will not take effect on June 30, following a U-turn from NY's Governor.
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The 10 Most Expensive Cities to Live in the U.S.
Real estate From metro areas on both coasts to the middle of the Pacific Ocean, these are the most expensive cities to live in the U.S.
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What Home Equity Is and Why It's a Valuable Long-Term Investment
Understanding what home equity is and why it's such a valued long-term investment.
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Nine Things to Keep in a Home Safe
Put these valuables in a home safe, not a bank safety deposit box (or under a mattress). You'll be glad you did.
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Costco Will Limit Access to $1.50 Hot Dogs
After April 7, you must be a Costco member to buy the $1.50 hot dog soda combo.
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How to Protect Your Home From Deed Theft
Scams Protect yourself from deed theft with these free steps. You don’t need to pay a company to protect your your home title.
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