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☆ Investors should stay with their long-term financial plans no matter who is in the White House, advisors say
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-11 | by ( Sharon Epperson | In Sharoneppersoncnbc | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Yet, Wall Street's reaction to the election outcome does not reflect how many Americans feel about the state of their personal finances, some financial experts say. Feelings, however, should not overshadow anyone's focus when assessing the potential impact of a second Trump presidency when it comes to finances, advisors say. "Stick to your long-term financial plan, adjusting only when your personal circumstances or goals change." However, improving your personal economy is possible by taking better control of your money, experts say. Increase savings goals Boost savings goals in accounts that also offer tax breaks.

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☆ What a second Trump presidency could mean for your finances
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-11 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailWhat a second Trump presidency could mean for your financesPresident-elect Donald Trump promises big changes in taxes and tariffs that will impact the economy and your money. CNBC Senior Personal Finance Correspondent explains what a second Trump term could mean to your bottom line.

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Only 22% of parents are "completely confident" in their ability to teach their children the basics of investing, the survey found, and they're looking to their kids' schools for help. All else being equal, 74% of parents said they would move their children to a different school if it offered financial education and investment courses. SIFMA with Wakefield Research polled 1,000 U.S. parents of students in grades K-12. Getting your child hands-on experience with investing is also a smart strategy, advisors say. Hands-on experience also gives children a chance to discuss with parents what investing means to them, she said.

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☆ How investors are viewing global uncertainty this election year
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-04 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailHow investors are viewing global uncertainty this election yearHalf the world's population will cast votes this year as more than 60 countries hold elections. Promoting a healthy economy is high on the list of expectations of voters globally, according to a recent report by Principal Financial, but many people have developed a more polarized—and negative—perception of the economic environment overall. Sharon Epperson speaks with Principal Financial Group Chairman and CEO Dan Houston about election uncertainty and how investors are reacting.

Persons: Sharon Epperson, Dan Houston Organizations: Principal, Financial

☆ Parents want schools to step up in teaching kids financial literacy
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-30 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailParents want schools to step up in teaching kids financial literacyCNBC's Sharon Epperson joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss the struggles parents face in teaching their children about investing.

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☆ You're Retired! Now What?
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-24 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailYou're Retired! After years of working, saving and planning, you're finally ready to start enjoying your retirement but suddenly you are filled with a new set of questions. When is the right time to start collecting social security? Are you ready to live on a fixed income? Morningstar Director of Personal Finance & Retirement Planning Christine Benz shares how to plan for the unexpected and enjoy your years without running low on funds.

Persons: Christine Benz Organizations: Morningstar, Finance

☆ Year-End Economic Forecast & 2025 Projections
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-24 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailYear-End Economic Forecast & 2025 ProjectionsNovember kicks off with a historic election followed by the next Federal Reserve meeting. How will the markets and the economy react to both events in the short and long term? J.P. Morgan Asset Management Global Market Strategist Jordan Jackson shares what investors can expect and how they should prepare heading into next year.

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☆ Gen X most likely to max out their credit cards, survey finds
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-17 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailGen X most likely to max out their credit cards, survey findsCNBC’s Sharon Epperson joins 'Squawk Box' to break down the latest Bankrate survey results

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☆ Roth conversions on the rise: Here's what to know
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-16 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailRoth conversions on the rise: Here's what to knowCNBC's Sharon Epperson joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the rise in Roth retirement accounts.

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☆ Taxpayers in federally declared disaster areas in 25 states granted extended tax deadlines
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailTaxpayers in federally declared disaster areas in 25 states granted extended tax deadlinesCNBC’s Sharon Epperson joins ‘Squawk Box’ to report on taxpayers in federally declared disaster areas receiving an extension on their tax deadlines.

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☆ 50% of Americans believe election outcome will directly impact their personal finances, survey finds
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-03 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via Email50% of Americans believe election outcome will directly impact their personal finances, survey findsWith just a month until the 2024 presidential election, many investors say they'll feel uncertain about the future of their financial well-being until the results are in, and many are putting financial decisions on hold. CNBC's Sharon Epperson joins 'Squawk Box' with the latest survey results.

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☆ How to save on insurance costs
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-30 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailHow to save on insurance costsWhile overall inflation has slowed, insurance costs are taking a bigger bite out of many household budgets. Senior Personal Finance Correspondent Sharon Epperson explains some ways to help mitigate insurance.

Persons: Sharon Epperson Organizations: Finance

☆ 6 strategies to help mitigate rising car and home insurance costs
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-30 | by ( Sharon Epperson | In Sharoneppersoncnbc | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +8 min

While overall inflation has slowed, insurance costs are taking a bigger bite out of many household budgets. Car insurance premiums have also shot up. Bankrate estimates that in September the average cost for full coverage car insurance is $2,348 a year. Extreme weather events, higher replacement and repair costs, and increased medical expenses after accidents have boosted car insurance rates, experts say. Car insurance discounts range from safe driver and good student discounts to taking a defensive driving course.

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☆ Social Security is a key issue for voters, survey finds: Here’s how to maximize benefits
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-14 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailSocial Security is a key issue for voters, survey finds: Here’s how to maximize benefitsSocial Security is a key economic issue that is top of mind for U.S. voters. New surveys show while most Americans are worried about the future funding of the government program, many still plan to rely on those benefits as a major source of income in retirement. CNBC's senior personal finance correspondent Sharon Epperson joins 'Squawk Box' with more.

Persons: CNBC's, Sharon Epperson Organizations: Social, Security, U.S

☆ Preventing election anxiety from driving your financial decisions
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-30 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailPreventing election anxiety from driving your financial decisionsAccording to a survey from Betterment, more than half of investors are feeling anxious about what the upcoming election could mean for their portfolio. 40% expect to move or pull some of their investments, based on who is elected. CNBC Senior Personal Finance Correspondent Sharon Epperson explains how to keep your emotions from damaging your portfolio.

Persons: Sharon Epperson Organizations: CNBC, Finance

☆ Emotion-proof your portfolio: Here's what to know
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-25 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailEmotion-proof your portfolio: Here's what to knowAfter the S&P 500 and Nasdaq posted the biggest one-day slide since 2022, expect more market volatility over the next few months, especially ahead of the U.S. presidential election. Many investors are anxious about what the election outcome could mean for their money. CNBC's Sharon Epperson joins 'Squawk Box' with some ways to calm those jitters.

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☆ Bone Fide's Douglas Boneparth on protecting your portfolio while investing in volatility
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-25 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailBone Fide's Douglas Boneparth on protecting your portfolio while investing in volatilityCNBC’s Sharon Epperson with Bone Fide Wealth’s Douglas Boneparth, join 'Power Lunch' to discuss protecting your portfolio.

Persons: Douglas Boneparth, Sharon Epperson

☆ Retirement Reality Bites for Gen X
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-12 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailRetirement Reality Bites for Gen XMore americans say they are on track with their retirement savings this year than in 2023, according to a new BlackRock survey. Senior personal finance correspondent Sharon Epperson explains that optimism is not shared across generations.

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☆ Retirement readiness: 60% of Gen X feel on track with their retirement savings, survey finds
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-10 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailRetirement readiness: 60% of Gen X feel on track with their retirement savings, survey findsMore Americans say they are on track with their retirement savings this year than last, according to a new survey by BlackRock. Yet, that optimism is not shared across generations. CNBC’s Sharon Epperson joins 'Squawk Box' with more.

Persons: CNBC’s Sharon Epperson Organizations: BlackRock

☆ Inflation is causing financial stress: Strategies to help you build a better budget
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-10 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailInflation is causing financial stress: Strategies to help you build a better budgetHaving a budget can help reduce financial stress and help you reach your goals. CNBC senior personal finance correspondent Sharon Epperson explains different budgeting methods to help you discover what works best for you.

Persons: Sharon Epperson Organizations: CNBC

☆ The rise of the "Silver Squatters"
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-26 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailThe rise of the "Silver Squatters"With their countdown to retirement just about a decade away, a new survey finds many Americans in their mid-50s are still "critically underprepared" to stop working. CNBC's Senior Personal Finance Correspondent Sharon Epperson explains.

Persons: CNBC's, Sharon Epperson Organizations: Finance

☆ Taxpayer deadline today: Here's what to know
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-17 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailTaxpayer deadline today: Here's what to knowJune may seem like an odd time to start preparing to next year's tax return. But CNBC's Sharon Epperson joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss why today marks an important deadline for millions of taxpayers.

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☆ Five steps for a mid-year financial checkup
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-13 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailFive steps for a mid-year financial checkupCNBC's Sharon Epperson joins 'TODAY" to discuss the five steps people can take for a mid-year financial checkup.

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☆ Do you need a financial advisor?
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-30 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailDo you need a financial advisor? CNBC Senior Personal Finance Correspondent Sharon Epperson shares advice on how to find, hire and fire a financial advisor.

Persons: Sharon Epperson Organizations: CNBC, Finance

☆ Personal Finance Tips 2024: Affording a Home
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-17 | by ( Sharon Epperson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailPersonal Finance Tips 2024: Affording a HomeSenior Personal Finance Correspondent Sharon Epperson shares her personal finance tips for 2024 including how to know how much home you can afford.

Persons: Sharon Epperson Organizations: Finance

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