Boomers urged to boost retirement savings now
Rochelle Beck, a Miami crafts importer, started automatic retirement contributions after turning 45 and now feels more secure at 53. Financial planner Scott Bordelon warns Americans procrastinate and should pay themselves first, while tax law changes offer higher limits for 401k and IRA accounts to encourage catch up.
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Money market yields rise seven day while thirty day yield falls
The seven day average yield on money market mutual funds rose to 3.13 percent for the week ending Tuesday from 3.12 percent, while the 30 day average slipped to 3.19 percent from 3.22 percent. Bankrate.com's survey shows lower APYs for money market accounts and CDs across top markets with total money market assets at $2.128 trillion.
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Pros and cons of living trusts and legal guidance
The reader asks about living trusts including pros and cons and whether a lawyer is needed. Advice notes that trust setup costs vary and probate differences by state matter, recommending books by Denis Clifford and Nolo software, plus bar referrals and warnings about trust mills. It also covers probate costs in California and general need for legal expertise.
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