Carrie answers your financial questions.

Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz, CFP^®, is a leading advocate for financial literacy and one of America's most trusted sources for financial advice. She answers today's perplexing financial questions every week in her Ask Carrie column.

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Should I File for Social Security Now or Later?

You don’t have to file for Social Security the moment you retire. In fact, most people will benefit by waiting.

May 18, 2022

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Should You Care About Rising Interest Rates?

Will rising interest rates affect you personally? Most likely. No need to panic, but best to be aware.

May 11, 2022

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Paying for College: Are Scholarships Taxable?

Scholarship money is generally tax-free provided the student is a candidate for a degree at an eligible institution and the money is used to pay for qualified expenses.

May 6, 2022

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529 Accounts: When a Child Doesn’t Go to College

Kid not going to college? Don’t despair. Those 529 assets can be used for a variety of education costs.

May 6, 2022

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Can You Tactfully Give Mom—or Dad—Financial Help?

Parents may not be comfortable being on the receiving end of financial help, but there's a way to do it tactfully.

May 4, 2022

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Stock Market Investing Is—and Isn’t—Black & White

The 2022 Schwab-Ariel Black Investor Survey shows both progress and opportunities for addressing wealth inequality.

April 27, 2022

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Is Rental Income From a Vacation Home Taxable?

Renting out a vacation home part-time can mean extra income. But remember, Uncle Sam wants some of it too!

April 20, 2022

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How Can We Boost Teens' Financial Literacy?

We've made progress in teaching our nation’s teens about money, but there's much more to do.

April 13, 2022

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Gig Workers: How Are You Managing Your Money?

As an independent contractor, you're not only your own boss, you're your own CFO. And there's a lot to think about.

April 7, 2022

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Have You Considered These 4 Retirement Risks?

There are many unknowns when it comes to planning for retirement. Make sure you have a plan to address the biggest risks.

April 7, 2022

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