Judy Martel
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7 Tips For The Executor Of An Estate
Handling the affairs of a deceased loved one doesn't have to be overwhelming when you've been named executor of an estate. → Read More
8 'Star Wars' movies ranked by their box office force
We rank the films by the money they’ve made. See which one rules the financial galaxy. → Read More
The 5 Richest Oscar-Winning Actors And Actresses
Two of these superstars are celebrating milestone birthdays. See who they are. → Read More
Net Worth Of Members Of The Trump Administration
Team Trump is considered the wealthiest administration ever. And here’s why. → Read More
Net Worth Of 8 Original Star Wars Actors
The net worth of 8 of the actors of the original blockbuster film → Read More
9 fascinating secrets of President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago
Learn about the opulent estate that Trump has declared his “Winter White House.” → Read More
Net Worth Of 8 Original 'Star Wars' Actors
The early films helped make Carrie Fisher and her co-stars rich. See just how rich. → Read More
7 Paintings That Sold for Over $100M
STAN HONDA/Getty Images More than a pretty picture To serious collectors, art is more than just something to hang on the walls. It's an investment that can fetch astronomical prices at auction. Last year, a painting by Pablo Picasso set a world record by going under the gavel for nearly $180 million. But it's not the first time a buyer has shelled out more than $100 million. Read on for 7… → Read More
Homes of Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton
Youtube Who will move into the White House? One of the 2016 presidential candidates likely will call the White House home in 2017. But for now, the 2 presidential candidates -- Republican Donald J. Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton -- each have 2 main dwellings. As a real estate tycoon, Trump likely has his choice of opulent digs at any of his properties worldwide, but he's mostly in residence… → Read More
CEOs With Excessive Executive Compensation Packages
Bankrate/Getty Images 6 CEOs with shocking exit packages Yahoo's business troubles not only puts CEO Marissa Mayer under the harsh glare of the shareholder spotlight, it highlights the issue of sky-high executive compensation packages when the CEO is heading for the door. Whether it's severance pay or a plump retirement package, sometimes the actual payout is hard to pin down, what with the… → Read More
Prince And 4 Celebs Who Left No Will
Kevin Winter/Getty Images Fortune's children Celebrities are no different from the rest of us in one way: They don't want to think about death. But when the rich and famous die without a proper will or estate plan, heirs often head to court to publicly battle for their slice of fortune's pie. Added to the mix is the fact that many of the famous continue to earn royalties long after they're gone,… → Read More
Prince left no will, but you can, frugally
Even if you're heartbroken over Prince's death, take a minute to reflect on the extra cost to his family. According to his sister, Prince died without a will. → Read More
Lone Star state’s luxury-home boom
One city in Texas saw the fastest-growing sales in $1 million-plus homes. → Read More
US tops philanthropy ranking — again
A new index reveals where the most generous donors live and how much of their fortune they plan to leave to charity. → Read More
Democrats more optimistic about economy
Guess who had the most confidence in the market and the economy last year: Democrats or Republicans? → Read More
The rich are upping the stakes in charity
The rich may be more philanthropic, but one survey says there's a shift in the ways in which they are giving. → Read More
Managing end-of-life finances
The high cost of long-term care seems at odds with a low-risk, low-yield investment plan. → Read More
The ‘Brussels’ effect in investing
Allowing global news to impact your investing strategy is more common -- and harmful -- than you think. → Read More
10 Fastest-Rising Retirement Costs
Alistair Berg/DigitalVision/Getty Images Retirees' biggest budget-busters Few consumers need to be reminded that costs on everyday items are rising: They see it at the checkout. But whether it's medical care, prescription drugs or food, senior citizens' wallets are being hit particularly hard, and at a time when Social Security isn't rising. Recipients got no raise for this year. The nonpartisan… → Read More
Comedian races away with $22 mil
Jerry Seinfeld sold a chunk of his famous Porsche collection at auction this month. → Read More