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Act Now, Save on Tax Day

When you start thinking about pumpkins, turkeys and holiday travel, it’s a good time to think about taxes, too. The moves you make between now and New Year’s Day can cut the income tax bill you might face on April 15. More>>

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Loans From Your 401(k)

I’m retired and need a loan. Can I get it from my 401(k)? More>>

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Retirement Planning

Older Investors Expect to Recoup Losses

A majority of older Americans are optimistic they’ll recoup losses from their workplace retirement plans, but they’re also re-evaluating their approach to retirement planning, survey says. More>>

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Scam Alert

When Rip-Offs Hit Home

Property tax reassessment scammers charge a hefty fee for what you can get for free. More>>

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Save a Buck

Bag a Bonus

Some retail chains give discounts to customers with reusable shopping bags. More>>

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Personal Finance

Free Lunch Could Cost You, Survey Finds

Many older people invited to free lunch seminars were pitched investments that were unsuitable for them or were asked for information that could expose them to financial fraud. More>>

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Clunkers Tax

Do I need to pay taxes on the Cash for Clunkers incentive I received? More>>

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AARP MEMBER DISCOUNTS

Get discounts at Reebok or Rockport Outlet stores; save when shopping online. More>>

WANTED: TAX-AIDE HELPERS

No matter what you’re good at, the AARP Tax-Aide program probably has a volunteer opportunity just right for you. More>>

ECONOMY WATCH

AARP Bulletin Today covers workers, retirees and homeowners hit by the downturn—and what it will take to pull them out. More>>