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American workers have steadily built up 401(k) balances, but new research suggests they remain poorly prepared to spend down those savings once paychecks stop. Three studies published in June 2026 by the TIAA Institute/Nuveen, Corebridge Financial, and Vanguard all converge on the same problem. The retirement system has succeeded on the accumulation side, with $8 […]

Some restaurant chains have reputations that are hard to change. Waffle House, for example, despite being a 24-hour, 7-days-a-week option for an affordable meal, has been lampooned on “Saturday Night Live” for the fights that sometimes happen there. That’s not actually typical for the restaurant, but social media amplifies any incident that does happen, and

Luxury department stores are built on more than expensive handbags, designer shoes, and polished sales floors. They depend on trust. Shoppers expect the right products to be available, brands expect to be paid, and stores need enough experienced employees to deliver the kind of service that makes a high-end purchase feel worth it. This has

On June 25, Mark Cubanposted on X with advice for every major AI company in America. The post has drawn 1.9 million views. It covered data centers, labor displacement, artists, politicians, and money. It ended with a line about working people that multiple outlets pulled out the same day. Cuban thinks the AI industry is

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Americans continue to prioritize building reliable income for their post‑work years, and Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) remain a cornerstone of that effort. “A traditional IRA is a tax-advantaged personal savings plan where contributions may be tax deductible,” according to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). “A Roth IRA is a tax-advantaged personal savings plan where contributions

When we scroll through home listings online, we may skip right past those houses that have been on the market for two or three months. I know I’m guilty of this. We often assume that something is seriously wrong with the house. Otherwise, someone would have bought it by now, right? I’ve been reporting on

At first glance, Hooters and Twin Peaks appear to have nearly identical business models. Although both chains built brands around scantily clad servers and sports-bar dining, they’re not quite as similar as they seem. The outfits are a bit different, but the premise is the same — use cleavage as a draw to bring men

Unmarried couples who assume their longtime partner will automatically inherit assets or make medical decisions during an emergency could be making a costly mistake. That’s the message from Harry Margolis, estate planning attorney and author of “Get Your Ducks in a Row.“ In an interview, Margolis said unmarried partners generally do not receive the legal

Summer vacation season is here—and with airfare, hotels, and gas costs feeling higher, the winning strategy is smart planning. The Points Guy’s Nick Ewen discusses the practical, no-fluff ways to stretch your travel budget: 1. How to find cheaper flights with flexibility (different times/days can mean better prices) 2. The booking trick that can save