Back in 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic first hit, many people’s emergency funds were suddenly put to the test. Now, presumably with the benefit of some hindsight, the financially savvy might want to reconsider their approach to saving. This brief article discusses some key points...

Many people overlook tax considerations when planning their mutual fund investments. This article offers some tax-savvy tips, including avoiding year-end investments and watching out for reinvested distributions. A sidebar explains why tax-inefficient funds should be directed to nontaxable accounts....