Dave Carpenter

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  7 retirement planning myths debunked

  By Dave Carpenter  |  December 10, 2012

  From working in retirement to deciding when to claim Social Security, many Americans have misguided hopes for their golden years.

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  More Boomers Aspire to Careers with Social Purpose

  By Dave Carpenter  |  September 10, 2012

  Here go the baby boomers again, reinventing themselves and bucking tradition as they bear down on retirement.

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  Midyear Tax Checkup Makes Extra Sense This Year

  By Dave Carpenter  |  June 29, 2012

  Halfway through 2012 and with lots of tax changes looming, now is a good time to start thinking about next tax season.

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  As Household Wealth Rises, So Do Hopes for Economy

  By Dave Carpenter, Derek Kravitz  |  March 9, 2012

  Americans are feeling better about their finances, although the housing market lags.

• For Investors, Playing it 'Safe' can be Risky

  By Dave Carpenter  |  October 21, 2011

  Investors remain anxious to find safety even as the stock market moves back toward positive territory for the year.