Dear Quentin, I am a 49-year-old married man. My wife and I have no children, live in Maryland and have $75,000 in liquid savings. I’m thinking of putting $50,000 into a one-year CD at 4.5%, but my wife keeps telling me to wait and see how my job goes. We have $90,000 in a 403(b) retirement plan, $280,000 in our portfolio (80/20 stocks/bonds), $18,000 in a traditional IRA and … [Read more...] about My wife and I want to retire to the Philippines. How much do we need to do it?
Extreme heat: Proper insulation helps cool your home, and there’s a tax credit
The historic heat wave punishing much of Texas and accounting for a record string of extreme-heat days for Arizona highlights the summertime perils facing homeowners. Running the air conditioner nonstop means high electricity bills. Summer thunderstorms and heat waves also increase the chances of prolonged power outages. Air conditioners break down and need to be replaced. … [Read more...] about Extreme heat: Proper insulation helps cool your home, and there’s a tax credit
Help My Career: ‘Lazy-girl jobs’ creator hits back at allegations of elitism — says these jobs are ‘not a privilege of the middle class.’ Others disagree.
Gabrielle Judge, a TikTok influencer, insisted that allegations of privilege about the term she coined are unfounded. Source link … [Read more...] about Help My Career: ‘Lazy-girl jobs’ creator hits back at allegations of elitism — says these jobs are ‘not a privilege of the middle class.’ Others disagree.
Gold prices slide to 1-month lows as rising bond yields heap pressure on metals
Gold prices slid further on Tuesday, falling to their lowest levels in more than a month, as U.S. Treasury yields and the U.S. dollar climbed following the release of official data showing a surge of sales by American retailers in July. Price actionMarket drivers “Gold has been steadily declining since the middle of July and that bearish trend looks like it isn’t quite over as … [Read more...] about Gold prices slide to 1-month lows as rising bond yields heap pressure on metals
Unveiling “Her Mother My Love”: A Captivating Tale of May-December Love and Unexpected Bonds
Kansas City, KS, August 15, 2023 --(PR.com)-- Acclaimed author Shaun J. Phree unveils a powerful and emotionally charged narrative in his latest novel, "Her Mother My Love." This heartwarming tale delves into the intricate web of relationships, unearthing secrets, and celebrating the unbreakable bonds that shape our lives.Set against the backdrop of diverse connections, "Her … [Read more...] about Unveiling “Her Mother My Love”: A Captivating Tale of May-December Love and Unexpected Bonds