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Bitcoin futures ETF opens with gain, explosive trading volume

Bitcoin futures ETF opens with gain, explosive trading volume

About $264 million worth of shares of the exchange-traded fund changed hands in the first 20 minutes of trading.

Social Security announces 5.9% COLA for 2022

Social Security announces 5.9% COLA for 2022

The cost-of-living adjustment is the largest in 40 years.

The biggest gaps in Medicare: Dental, hearing and vision coverage

The biggest gaps in Medicare: Dental, hearing and vision coverage

A new study details the uncovered costs that retirees face for those services.

Britney Spears’ struggle for independence puts a spotlight on conservatorships

Britney Spears’ struggle for independence puts a spotlight on conservatorships

The pop superstar's plea to end her 13-year conservatorship raises questions around its validity and prompts experts to rethink the whole system.

Foes of SALT cap threaten Biden tax plan

Foes of SALT cap threaten Biden tax plan

Three House Democrats say they won't support the tax hikes needed to support the administration's infrastructure proposal unless the plan repeals the cap on state and local tax deductions

IRS delays tax deadline to mid-May

IRS delays tax deadline to mid-May

The change comes after calls from accountants and congressional leaders to delay the due date as new legislation and pandemic-related work changes disrupt taxpayer plans

Wealthier clients saving in 401(k)s may fall into tax trap

Wealthier clients saving in 401(k)s may fall into tax trap

Too much money in tax-deferred accounts could undermine clients' plans if taxes rise.

Working at home may affect state taxes, says AIPCA

Working at home may affect state taxes, says AIPCA

More than half of those working remotely are unaware of possible tax effects.

Volatility coming for muni market

Volatility coming for muni market

BlackRock, Wells Fargo analysts see the election and a surge in muni sales shattering the market's calm

Green investments rally ahead of potential ‘blue wave’ election

Green investments rally ahead of potential ‘blue wave’ election

Targeted ETF strategies are up more than 80% so far this year as Biden's candidacy gains steam

What’s the deal with Trump’s taxes?

What’s the deal with Trump’s taxes?

To pay less in taxes, sources of income matter. The president seems to have all the right sources, and plenty of losses to knock out that income

Medicare open enrollment starts Oct. 15

Medicare open enrollment starts Oct. 15

Retirees may be able to save money by reviewing new options for Medicare Advantage and drug plans for next year

First blank-check ETF debuts

First blank-check ETF debuts

The new fund gives investors a chance to place a bet on special purpose acquisition companies, one of the hottest areas of the stock market

Faith-based investing catches a ride on the ESG wave

Faith-based investing catches a ride on the ESG wave

Even nonreligious clients are embracing faith-based strategies, financial advisers say

Can’t-lose trades falter as inflation expectations subside

Can’t-lose trades falter as inflation expectations subside

The sustained economic recovery that was going to bring a demand boom followed by a new age of rising prices is no longer a sure thing