Personal Finance
Trust 65-Day Rule: How Distributions Affect Beneficiary Taxes
The 65-day rule can give certain trusts more flexibility when deciding when to distribute income to beneficiaries. The IRS may treat an eligible distribution made during the first 65 days of a new tax year as though it occurred in the prior year. This can potentially shift taxable income from the…
Here Are My Top 3 New Cars of 2026 So Far After Testing 10 Models
I’ve tested 10 different cars and SUVs in 2026, including several of the top-selling models from some of America’s largest auto manufacturers. The models I’ve tested range from affordable gas-powered sedans like the Mazda3 to top-of-the-line luxury hybrid models like the Genesis GV80 Coupe. I’ve…
Here’s Why Nearly Half of Workers Say They Feel Like Impostors
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on MyPerfectResume.com. Confidence has become a workplace requirement. Employees are expected to sound certain in meetings, project expertise on Slack, and present themselves as capable and composed, even when they are still learning, adjusting, or…
Materials, Pros, Cons and Best Uses
Choosing the right type of flooring for your home means balancing durability, ease of cleaning, comfort and value, so it’s important to think about more than just upfront cost. The best flooring for homes can both improve the look of your interior space and provide value for decades to come…
Washington Killed ‘Click to Cancel,’ But States Are Riding to the Rescue
Here’s a con that’s entirely legal: Companies can sign you up for a membership in one click, then bury the cancel button so deep you give up and keep paying. Whole business models are built on it. For one brief, shining moment, Washington was going to end it. In 2024, the Federal Trade Commission…
10 Things About Eggs You Didn’t Know — but Should
Egg prices have been all over the map for a couple of years now, which means every carton you throw out because a few went bad is real money in the trash. Here’s the good news. Most of what trips people up with eggs — storing them, testing them, peeling them — comes down to
Are You a Job-Hugger? 5 Ways Clinging to a Bad Job Will Cost You
The Bureau of Economic Analysis recently handed down some ugly numbers, revising Q4 GDP growth down to a sluggish 0.7%. Whenever the economy starts gasping for air, people panic. Right now, that panic has created a toxic workplace trend called “job-hugging.” You probably know someone doing it…
The Most Tax-Friendly States for Retirees in 2026
PeopleImages.com – Yuri A / Shutterstock.com Looking for a great place to retire? Or, wondering if the state where you live is too expensive? Property values, cost of living, and lifestyle issues are all important considerations when figuring out where to live. However, don’t forget to think about…
The Hidden Costs Of Buying A New Car Nobody Warns You About
Happy Labor Day weekend everyone. Perhaps some of you are in the market for a new car this weekend. I’m definitely not. After almost a year of deliberating between replacing my 2015 Range Rover Sport or continuing to fix it, I’ve finally decided to keep fixing it indefinitely. The main reason is…
OSHA Data Exposes the 10 States Failing at Chemical Safety Training
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Trace One. Millions of U.S. workers handle, store, or work near hazardous chemicals every day—from cleaning solvents and industrial adhesives to flammable gases and corrosive substances. Without proper training, clear labeling, and accessible safety…