Author: Russ Wiles, Arizona Republic

Selling stocks, mutual funds and other investments shouldn’t be done as a knee-jerk reaction. There are many tax and other factors to consider.

Health outbreaks have pushed down stock prices before, but such scares don’t exert a permanent impact.

For some taxpayers, returns have become easier to prepare and file but various problems linger, including with the Internal Revenue Service.

It’s hard to envision 2020 turning out as nicely for stock-market investors as 2019 was, but several favorable factors remain in place.

The economy looks like it’s in good shape heading into 2020. But what might go wrong? These are some contrarian and negative signs to beware of.

From debt to lending to taxes and more, this is how you can know whether you are making progress or falling behind in your finances.

From debt to lending to taxes and more, this is how you can know whether you are making progress or falling behind in your finances.

“It’s not uncommon to see an employer making 30 to 50 benefits and perks available,” one expert says.

With the stock market in record-high territory, it’s a good time to make sure your investments are holding their own. Consider these tips