12 Most Expensive Metro Areas to Raise a Child: 2026
By Michael S. FischerFamilies in some locations, SmartAsset finds, face more than twice the financial burden borne by those living elsewhere.
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A New Custody Rule Is on the SEC's Agenda. Here's What to Know.The agency plans to issue a proposed rule that would address questions raised by advisors about holding crypto.
July 13, 2026
Swiss Re Sees U.S. Life Insurers Facing More Market StressThe companies have long-duration liabilities — except when they don't.
July 13, 2026
Poor Financial Habits Are a Relationship 'Dealbreaker,' Singles SayA Northwestern Mutual study also asked about the ideal annual income for a romantic partner.
July 13, 2026
Suze Orman Is Wrong About Dividend Stocks in Retirement — and She Isn't AloneThe idea that dividends are income is everywhere in personal finance. For retirees, that's potentially harmful.
July 13, 2026
How to Help Clients Fund the Retirement Life They Truly WantThe gap between what clients say they want and what they need is where most retirement conversations go wrong.
July 13, 2026
New Bill Eliminates SALT Cap Marriage PenaltyThe legislation would double the deduction cap on state and local taxes for couples filing jointly.
July 13, 2026
Trump Embraces Australian Retirement System Backed by Larry FinkThe president has repeatedly praised the country's employer-funded, privately run system in recent months.










