Wealthy Americans Are Moving Cash Out Of Checking And Savings Accounts
Wealthy Americans Are Moving Cash Out Of Checking And Savings Accounts
Here’s what they’re doing with it Sun, December 14, 2025 Moneywise
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Consumer confidence dropped sharply in November, falling to its lowest point since April, when concern over President Trump’s tariffs was driving economic anxiety (1).
Inflation Tops Retirement Worries for Americans
Inflation Tops Retirement Worries for Americans, but Financial Advisors Disagree
Gabrielle Olya Mon, December 8, 2025 GOBankingRates
Planning for retirement means preparing for risks that could derail your financial security — but Americans and financial advisors don’t agree on what those risks are. A new report from the Alliance for Lifetime Income reveals a surprising disconnect that may be putting long-term security in jeopardy.
According to average Americans and their advisors, here’s a look at the biggest retirement risks.
Why Financial Advisors Are Updating Retirement Advice
Why Financial Advisors Are Updating Retirement Advice Here's What It Means for You
Jordyn Bradley Mon, December 8, 2025 Investopedia
Key Takeaways
Two-thirds of financial advisors are changing their retirement investment advice for clients due to a volatile market and economic uncertainty, according to a new report from Alliance for Lifetime Income.
Financial advisors are changing their recommendations based on inflation, Social Security and Medicare uncertainty, and cost-of-living concerns.
Advisors recommend considering their withdrawal strategy and evaluating assets they may not have incorporated.
How Old Is Too Old To Buy a House?
How Old Is Too Old To Buy a House?
Sarah Sharkey Tue, December 9, 2025 GOBankingRates
Buying a house is a major financial decision. And for older homebuyers, the decision to purchase a new home comes with extra significance. While you’re never too old to buy a house, age can play a significant role in determining if the purchase is the best move for your finances.
From mortgage eligibility to long-term financial planning, the decision to purchase property in your 50s, 60s, or beyond depends on your unique circumstances. GOBankingRates reached out to the experts for their insights on whether you’re ever too old to buy a house, and what factors middle-aged and senior homebuyers should consider before making this major investment.
20 Life Traps That Are So, So, Sooooo Easy To Fall Into
20 Life Traps That Are So, So, Sooooo Easy To Fall Into, But Should Be Avoided At ALL COSTS
Jake Farrington Sun, November 9, 2025 BuzzFeed
In our culture, we don't really respect our elders enough, despite hearing that phrase over and over growing up. While I think people of every generation have something to teach each other, young or old, it's undeniable that people with more life experience have wisdom to impart on those just getting started.
Recently, Reddit user Otherwise-Body-7721 asked, "What's a 'trap' in life that no one warns young people about, but absolutely should?" I found a lot of wisdom in this thread, and had to share some of the best advice from people who have lived to tell their tales.
1. "Don't become so focused on achievement that you forget to enjoy life." —u/Klutzy_Dirt_923
How Rich People Respond to Financial Turbulence
How Rich People Respond to Financial Turbulence, According to Robert Kiyosaki
Rebekah Evans Tue, December 2, 2025 GOBankingRates
In everyone’s life, a little financial stress is bound to happen. The difference between what you do and what rich people do is one of the reasons they are rich and you are not, according to money guru Robert Kiyosaki.
Some Thoughts on Silver’s All Time High
Some Thoughts on Silver’s All Time High
Notes From the Field By James Hickman (Simon Black) December 3, 2025
The ancient people of Uruk— who lived in modern-day southern Iraq more than 5,000 years ago— didn’t seem terribly interested in bequeathing colorful stories of their civilization to history.
Rather than memorialize abundant tales of their immense works, or chisel countless tablets embellishing stories of their military victories, the main artifacts they left behind to modern historians are rather mundane market accounts and grain prices.
The 13 Travel Scams Every American Tourist Falls For
The 13 Travel Scams Every American Tourist Falls For (Don’t Be Next)
Vasilija Mrakovic Tue, December 2, 2025 Guessing Headlights
Every year, millions of Americans venture abroad with optimism, curiosity, and the belief that most people they meet will be helpful or at least harmless. And while that’s often true, seasoned travelers know that the world also has its fair share of tricksters who see tourists as easy paydays.
These scammers aren’t relying on brute force or intimidation, they specialize in subtlety, charm, and psychological pressure. Most scams don’t feel like scams when they start. Instead, they unfold as small acts of kindness, unexpected conveniences, or friendly gestures that slowly shift into uncomfortable, costly situations. By the time most travelers realize what’s happened, the money is gone, the scammer has vanished, and the embarrassment sets in.
Why America Is A Nation Of Miserable Millionaires Who Don't 'Feel Rich'
Why America Is A Nation Of Miserable Millionaires Who Don't 'Feel Rich'
Vawn Himmelsbach Tue, December 2, 2025 Moneywise
So, you’ve hit that money milestone you were aiming for. The one where you thought you’d finally feel wealthy. But you don’t — and in fact you’re as stressed and depressed as ever. Why?
There’s no one number you can hit that upgrades you from middle-class to wealthy. Being rich is “a subjective experience,” says Charles Chaffin, co-founder of the Financial Psychology Institute (1).
Half of Americans Are Worried About This Threat to Their Paychecks
Half of Americans Are Worried About This Threat to Their Paychecks: 4 Things You Can Do
Marc Guberti Mon, December 1, 2025 GOBankingRates
One of the biggest fears Americans have is getting laid off. This “layoff anxiety” trend affects one-third of Americans, according to Clarify Capital. Anxiety is higher among remote workers, with 40% of them worrying about losing their jobs compared to 20% of in-office workers.
It has gotten to the point where 69% of Americans would be happy to stay in the same job and avoid career growth if it led to more job security. The PNC 2025 Financial Wellness in the Workplace Report found that 67% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck, so there isn’t much financial wiggle room in the event of a layoff.
Don't Put These 5 Assets In A Living Trust
Don't Put These 5 Assets In A Living Trust. How To Help Your Kids Bypass Probate When You Die
Moneywise Mon, December 1, 2025
If you will, allow us to present the hypothetical case of Pete Moneywise, a married, 78-year-old father of three who wants to get his financial affairs in order before his passing.
Though he exists only within the confines of this article, his situation reflects what countless people of retirement age face as they draft their wills and create their trusts.
“I hate probate,” Pete tells us in an exclusive interview. (What else did you expect? We created him.) “I went through it when my father died, and my family spent the next year talking to lawyers, trying to get things squared away.”