Beneficiaries who postpone claiming Social Security past full retirement age have the option of receiving a lump-sum payment for up to six months of benefits when they finally apply.

This article looks at why gas is so expensive, what it might take to stop the upward trend, and the potential effect of high gas prices on consumers and the broader economy.

With SMAs, investors have the flexibility to fine-tune their asset allocations for their own unique circumstances and better manage their tax liability.

Overreacting to market movements or trying to 'time the market' by guessing its future direction can create additional risk that could negatively affect long-term portfolio performance.