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HEALTH:
| |  Heart Disease Now Kills 1 of Every 3 Americans: Heart attack and stroke are leading causes of death worldwide, too. HealthDay, Dec. 16.
6 Surprising Ways to Ward Off Heart Attacks: Controlling high cholesterol, diabetes and high blood pressure, are all central to preventing heart disease. But there are some surprising ways you can up your odds of warding off a heart attack. Next Avenue, Dec. 14.
 Lifestyle Gets Blame for 70% to 90% of All Cancers: Do most people who get cancer simply have bad luck? Or is cancer something they might be able to prevent? A new study suggests the latter. MarketWatch, Dec. 17. |
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MEDICINE:
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 Pill Splitting Dos and Don'ts: Pill splitting - literally cutting them in half - has become a popular way to save on pharmaceutical costs but you need to talk to your doctor or pharmacist first, because not all pills can be split. The Huffington Post, Dec. 14. |
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MONEY:
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 What the Fed Rate Hike Means to You, and Your Wallet: For everyone who has been saying interest rates can only go up, well - now is their time. But what does the Federal Reserve's decision to raise interest rates actually mean for your wallet? Reuters, Dec. 16.
5 Annuity Tips for 2016: Annuities can serve you very well or very poorly, depending on the choices you make. Here are some tips for anyone considering an annuity in 2016 -- or beyond. The Motley Fool, Dec. 18.
 5 Year-End Retirement Planning Strategies: Here's how to get your retirement plan on track before the end of the year. US News and World Report, Dec. 17.
Worried By Rates? Inflation Could Crack Your Nest Eggs, Too: The Fed raised interest rates for the first time in nine years on Wednesday. Unfortunately for many retirement savers, along with rising rates comes another factor that has been absent from the economic landscape for years: inflation. CNBC, Dec. 17.
 9 Tips for Investors Getting a Late Start on Retirement Savings: If you're 50 and haven't started saving for retirement, you're not alone. Here's what to do now. US News and World Report, Dec. 16.
Retirees who Help Charities are Happier, but Don't Give Until it Hurts: Retirees are living longer, and they may be living happier, too. One reason why may be because many are focusing their time, energy and money on helping others rather than treating themselves. USA Today, Dec. 16. |
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TAXES:
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 2016 Estate Tax Rates: The 2016 estate tax rates haven't changed, but the lifetime exemption amount has. The Motley Fool, Dec. 18. Don't Forget the Retirement Saver's Credit: You might be able to claim the retirement savings contribution credit. As a part of your year-end retirement planing and investment checklist, check to see if it's available to you. MarketWatch, Dec. 18. |
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POLITICS:
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How Democrats and Republicans differ on Social Security: Social Security is the bedrock retirement income source for American workers. The program, which faces a  long-term financing shortfall, has drawn little attention from the 2016 presidential candidates so far but will likely become a major issue as the campaign proceeds. MarketWatch, Dec. 17.
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RETIREMENT:
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Best Places to Retire Are All Over the Map:  When you finally decide to slow down and enjoy life, you want a place you can afford, one with outdoor wonders to stimulate the body and cultural events to stimulate the senses. CNBC, Dec. 18.
Four Things People Hide In Retirement: Life is full of secrets and retirement is no different. Whether it's disguising one's physical abilities, bad habits, personal schedule, or financial status, retirement may be masking a variety of things during new and existing retirees' golden years. Forbes, Dec. 17.
 How to Tell Whether You can Afford to Retire Early: I'm 62 years old and concerned that I might lose my job. If that happens, would I be able to retire early on the $500,000 I have in my retirement accounts? CNNMoney, Dec. 16.
4 Ways to Retire by Age 55: Do you have big plans for retirement? Here's how to make them happen - sooner. MarketWatch, Dec. 14.
Why you Might Retire to a Tiny House - by Choice: Smaller homes can give seniors more disposable income and the ability for many to comfortably survive within their Social Security means and/or part time work. MarketWatch, Dec. 14.
 10 Retirement Resolutions for 2016: Take these steps to improve your retirement readiness next year. US News and World Report, Dec. 14.
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