While the stock market often sees double-digit returns when the Fed cuts interest rates, it's not always a guaranteed win.

The golden years can be filled with relaxation, travel, and pursuing passions. But before you can picture yourself sipping margaritas on a beach, a crucial question arises.

Bonds with longer maturities may offer higher returns and less reinvestment risk than short-term investments when rates fall. Here's how to help protect your money before the Fed cuts rates.

There's evidence to suggest that corporate earnings may continue to strengthen, which could help support further stock market gains.