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Picks Fiduciary vs. financial adviser: What’s the difference?
What sets a fiduciary apart from a financial adviser? Learn about the legal obligations and ethical responsibilities that differentiate these roles.
Picks What is a financial adviser and how do they work with you?
Get an overview of financial advisors, answers to common questions, and tips on how to choose the right one for you.
Picks I am 60 and plan to retire in March. I have $113K in my 401(k) and no other savings, but I will get an early retirement package of 9 months salary. Should I get a pro to help me?
Have an issue with your financial adviser or looking for a new one? Email picks@marketwatch.com.
Picks ‘I’m under great financial stress and a mountain of credit card debt.’ I’m 66, retired in 2021, and need help. Who should I turn to?
Have an issue with your financial adviser or looking for a new one? Email your issue to picks@marketwatch.com.
Picks Financial adviser vs. financial planner: What’s the difference?
Looking for financial guidance? Learn the differences between a financial adviser and a financial planner to find the best professional to meet your needs.
Picks Fed chief says interest rates are likely to rise ‘once or twice by the end of the year.’ In the meantime, these 10 CDs and savings accounts are paying more than 5% APY.
The Fed declined to raise rates in June, however Powell's latest testimony before the Senate suggests future hikes. Here’s what pros say that means for savings.
Picks What is a certified financial planner (CFP)?
Here’s everything you need to know about this credential achieved by some financial advisers.
Picks How to choose a financial adviser: Here are the 6 biggest factors to consider
Knowing how to choose the right person to manage your money can be a complex process.
Picks Fewer than 1 in 3 not-yet-retired Americans believe their retirement savings is on track — the lowest level since 2017. What gives?
How to get your retirement savings back on track now
Picks Rich people are now keeping about 1/4 of their money in this asset class, survey finds. But is it right for you?
Cash and cash equivalents are popular right now. And with some savings accounts paying 4% or more, it's no wonder.
Picks This is America’s No. 1 financial challenge right now — and here’s how to keep it from harming your finances
Inflation rose 4% in May, and remains troubling to consumers. Here's how to mitigate the effects.
Picks My wife and I live ‘an average life’ in the Bay Area making $320K. Last year, we bought a house for $200K over asking — now we don’t want to live in it. Should we get professional help?
Have an issue with your financial adviser or looking for a new one? Email picks@marketwatch.com.
Picks Are you still paying 1% to your financial adviser? Here’s what might make a lot more sense — and save you tens of thousands of dollars
Is your financial adviser overcharging you?
Picks Number of Americans saying they are worse off financially than a year ago at highest level since 2014. This may be the No. 1 cause.
Plus, how to improve your financial well-being.
Picks The $2,000 bonus for opening a new bank account? It exists, and here’s the deal with it
Many high-yield savings accounts are paying higher rates than they have in over a decade, and some come with a cash bonus.
Picks Jobless claims jump to a nearly two-year high. If you got laid off, here’s how to make the most out of a severance package
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits in early June hit the highest level since October 2021.
Picks Nearly 4 in 10 Americans now struggle to pay their usual bills. Here’s the No. 1 reason why.
Inflation is driving this — here’s how to protect yourself from rising bills, and what to do if you can’t pay your bills.
Picks My friend is ‘questioning’ his family’s long-time financial adviser, and suspects he’s not being honest. How can he find out for sure?
Have an issue with your financial adviser or looking for a new one? Email questions or concerns to picks@marketwatch.com.
Picks This credit union is paying 5.5% for a 9-month CD. And 9 more of the best-paying CDs you can get now.
Here’s what experts say you need to know before investing in these fixed-rate products.
Picks This bank is paying 5.05% on its savings account right now with just a $1 minimum deposit. And 9 more of the best savings accounts right now.
What to know before signing up for a savings account
