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Readers' questions answered: I am 79 years old. How should I invest?

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Retirees should typically hold at least five , if not 10, years ’ worth of living expenses in a combination of cash and high-quality bonds.

American adults are woefully behind when it comes to financial literacy.

Benjamin Graham ’s classic, “ The Intelligent Investor ,” is still the best book about investing, Warren Buffett .

There is no age restriction on making regular contributions to traditional or Roth IRAs.

If you’re already in a low tax bracket, you should consider a Roth IRA.

The higher your credit score, the lower your annual percentage rate ( APR ) on your car loan.

She is a career and retirement strategist, and the author of 14 books, including "In Control at 50+: How to Succeed in The New World of Work " and " Never Too Old To Get Rich ." Follow her on Bluesky ..

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73

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73

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23

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informal

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English

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30

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long-living