Family
Key car buying trends in 2026
From sticky prices to tax breaks, here's what to look for when buying a car.
Most industry watchers expect new car pricing to remain elevated through the remainder of this year, with less negotiating power for buyers.
Family
Financial checklist for new parents
Explore 10 key steps every parent should take after welcoming a new baby.
Taking these steps early can help you protect your growing family and feel more prepared for the years ahead.
Retirement
Understanding Social Security survivor benefits
Learn how to protect your loved ones with monthly payments based on your work record.
If you worked and paid into Social Security during your career, your spouse, children or other dependents may qualify for benefits based on your earnings record.
Nerre Shuriah
JD, LLM, CM&AA, CBEC® | Senior Director of Wealth Content and Knowledge
Family
9 tips for gifting money to family
Here's what to consider before gifting money or property to a loved one.
Providing financial support to family members can be meaningful and impactful, but it works best when it's done thoughtfully.
Family
Tax breaks for parents and growing families
Find out if you're eligible for these family tax credits and deductions.
There are a variety of tax credits and deductions for parents and legal guardians that can help offset the cost of raising a child and reduce your overall tax liability.
Nerre Shuriah
JD, LLM, CM&AA, CBEC® | Senior Director of Wealth Content and Knowledge
Family
Financial planning for new parents
Here's how to financially prepare for a baby in eight steps.
Whether you're currently expecting, adopting or just planning ahead, there are a few things you can do to get ready.
Security
Learn to address scams targeting elders
Safeguard your parents' financial security using a few practical tactics.
Effective elder fraud prevention starts with early action. The sooner you talk to aging parents about protecting their assets, the better prepared they'll be.
Family
What can a trust do for you?
Trusts are very different from wills, and different types of trusts can be used to accomplish different types of goals.
Trusts are like a Swiss Army knife: powerful and versatile planning tools that most people—especially those with complex or sizable estates—should be aware of.
Family
How to afford fertility care
Determining how to pay for fertility treatments can be challenging. Explore eight solutions that may help lower your out-of-pocket costs.
Affording fertility care is often a challenge for those pursuing treatment.
Family
Paying for adoption costs
High costs can be a barrier to pursuing your adoption dreams. These resources may help.
The good news is that many parents ultimately find ways to make adoption costs more manageable.
Family
Securing your financial future during a divorce
It's important to surround yourself with the right advisors and follow some crucial steps during a divorce.
Creating a plan and being sure you're making decisions about everything that's in your control at this time is critical.
Family
Unique planning challenges when caring for a child with special needs
From special needs trusts to government resources, families need to consider a broad array of options.
There's an entire ecosystem of factors influencing financial planning for families with special needs.
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