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How You Could Benefit from Tax-Loss Selling This Year
It’s important to note that tax-loss selling is only a worthwhile strategy if you have taxable accounts. As 2024 winds down, here are some of the most fruitful spots to look for tax-loss candidates.

This Is The ‘Billion-Dollar Blind Spot’ Of 401(k)-To-IRA Rollovers, Vanguard Finds
Rollovers from a workplace retirement plan to an IRA are common after reaching certain milestones like changing jobs or retiring. However, many investors who move their money to an IRA park those funds in cash for months or years instead of investing it — a move that causes their savings to “languish.”

4 Steps To Take With Investments If Fed Cuts Rates, According To Financial Planners
Investors tend to respond emotionally to significant market fluctuations, which can jeopardize long-term growth, particularly in retirement savings. With the Fed expected to cut interest rates to reduce inflation, financial planners weigh in what investors should do.

Money Moves To Make Before The Fed Starts Cutting Interest Rates
Traders expect a rate cut in September, which could lower the target range for the federal funds rate by a quarter percentage point or more. Meanwhile, many investors are sitting on hefty cash allocations, including trillions in money market funds, which are generally still paying above 5%. So now could be a good time to shift cash, experts say.

Here’s Where Financial Experts Are Stashing Their Savings (And So Can You)
Choosing the best savings account is more than just getting a bigger return on your money, though that’s essential. Experts recommend selecting an account based on your goals, risk tolerance, time frame and other factors. So where are personal finance professionals stashing their own savings? CNET Money’s Financial Review Board give their expert advice.

What Are The Tax Rates For Different Types Of Retirement Income?
Your IRAs, pensions, taxable accounts and Social Security distributions create various tax implications. So, it’s vital to understand them and implement strategies to reduce your tax liability and maximize your retirement funds.