Jessica Hall

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It may take time to see cryptocurrency retirement-plan optionsPublished: May 28, 2025 at 3:23 p.m. ETIn recent months President Donald Trump, his family members and his administration have championed cryptocurrencies. Photo: Getty ImagesThe Trump administration is rescinding Biden administration guidance that discouraged cryptocurrency investing by 401(k) plans. The 2022 guidance directed plan fiduciaries to exercise “extreme care” before adding cryptocurrency to investment menus.

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Bill Bengen revised his formula and has a new ‘rule’ for retirement investorsPublished: May 27, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. ETHow much you can safely spend in retirement is an oft-debated question. Photo: Getty ImagesWhen Bill Bengen introduced the 4% rule in 1994, he had no idea it would take on a life of its own in scholarly debates, the media and public discourse. Now, after having what he calls an “aha moment” about three years ago, he has revised his trademark rule to be more generous.

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Medicare provides health insurance for about 68 million older adults and people with disabilitiesPublished: May 21, 2025 at 2:18 p.m. ETSpeaker of the House Mike Johnson (right) and President Trump depart a House Republican meeting on May 20, 2025 to help push through their budget bill.

2 weeks ago | marketwatch.com | Jessica Hall

Medicare provides health insurance for about 68 million older adults and people with disabilitiesLast Updated: May 21, 2025 at 4:22 p.m. ETFirst Published: May 21, 2025 at 2:18 p.m. ETSpeaker of the House Mike Johnson and President Donald Trump depart a House Republican meeting on Tuesday to help push through their budget bill.

2 weeks ago | marketwatch.com | Jessica Hall

In the 32 U.S. states with predominantly rural populations, family caregivers contribute over $375 billion in unpaid laborPublished: May 20, 2025 at 6:01 a.m. ETThere are about 44.6 million caregivers in the U.S., according to a Columbia University study. Photo: Getty ImagesThere’s a caregiving crisis in the U.S., and it could get even worse — depending on where you live.