Andrew Shilling

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From missed tax implications to glaring fiduciary gaps, here is what ChatGPT gets wrong about your money — and how finance advisers say you can still use it safely

A surprising psychological blind spot about the future may be causing millions to under-save. Here’s how experts stress-test portfolios to ensure your money goes the distance

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Here are the 10 best certificate of deposit APYs— and 5 of the most widely available offers that pay well

National average savings rates remain stagnant, but specialized accounts can significantly boost your returns. Here’s where to find the highest yields and what fine print to watch for

Perceived life expectancy acts as a self-fulfilling prophecy for retirement: If you assume you won’t live long past retirement, you don’t save as diligently, a recent TIAA report finds. And in fact, people often assume they won’t live that long: only 33% of U.S. adults correctly understand how long a 65-year-old will live on average, with 32% underestimating it and 22% saying they don’t know. This can “create a critical retirement security challenge,” the report concludes.

From $10,000 portfolio matches to $300 direct-deposit boosts, here are the top cash offers this month — plus expert advice on how to navigate the fine print

These are the 10 best checking account APYs this month — and the 5 most accessible options that still pay well

Is it the end of the set-it-and-forget-it savings era? Here’s how to know when it is time to switch banks