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Steepening Yield Curve: Types and Uses for Investors

Bond investors pay close attention to the shape of the yield curve because it can offer clues about where interest rates and the economy may be headed. A steepening yield curve can signal changing expectations for economic growth, inflation or Federal Res... See more

smartasset.com•Lena Borrelli•Jun 29, 2026

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Matching: Rules, Tiers and Examples

The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is the federal government’s defined contribution retirement plan. It is available to federal civilian employees under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). It also includes the Blended Retirement System (BRS), which... See more

smartasset.com•Lena Borrelli•Jun 24, 2026

Diversifying Stock Into Real Estate: Opportunities and Risks

Stocks have long been the go-to investment vehicle for building long-term wealth, yet they’re just one part of a diversified portfolio. Real estate represents an entirely different asset class that responds to different market forces and offers unique ben... See more

smartasset.com•Lena Borrelli•Jun 18, 2026

Date of Death Valuation: Calculation and Taxes for Heirs

When someone inherits investments, real estate or other valuable assets, they may be familiar with the asset’s date of death value. This valuation determines not only what an inherited asset is worth for estate purposes, but also how much tax an heir may ... See more

smartasset.com•Lena Borrelli•Jun 18, 2026

Debt Management Plan: Pros, Cons and Alternatives

Rising credit card balances and high interest rates can make it difficult to keep up with monthly payments, especially when juggling multiple debts simultaneously. A debt management plan (DMP) offers a potential solution by consolidating payments into a s... See more

smartasset.com•Lena Borrelli•Jun 8, 2026

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Business and Finance

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Do banks do debt consolidation loans?

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Can You Inherit Debt?

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