Author: Jarrett B. Topel

For many people approaching retirement, one question comes up again and again. Should I pay off my mortgage before I...

Sep 16, 2026 3:39pm

This summer, my wife, Janine, and I took our first trip without the kids since becoming parents. We made a...

Jul 28, 2026 3:49pm

One of the biggest investing misconceptions I see today is the idea that every part of a portfolio should always...

May 28, 2026 11:00am

Required Minimum Distributions, or RMDs, are one of those areas of financial planning that seem simple on the surface but...

Mar 24, 2026 10:47am

Retiring abroad can be a lifestyle upgrade—lower day-to-day costs in the right market, better weather, new community, and a slower...

Feb 26, 2026 11:16am

As retirement approaches, one of the most important decisions you will face is when to start Social Security. At first...

Feb 6, 2026 11:05am

Every year the IRS adjusts contribution limits for retirement plans, and the 2026 updates are now official. In general, this...

Nov 26, 2025 10:05am

Money is not just about math. It is also very much about behavior. The way you think, feel, and act...

Sep 26, 2025 10:09am

Imagine deciding to build a house without a blueprint. You purchase lumber, choose tiles that catch your eye, and find...

Jul 29, 2025 10:47am