If you’re planning to move out of your current home, you face a tough question: Should you sell your home, or would it be more beneficial to convert it into an income-producing rental property? In terms of both selling prices and rental rates, the residential real estate market has cooled off in many areas. Even so,…

Benchmarking — or comparing a company’s financials to those of industry peers and its own historical performance — can provide insight into future cash flows and operating risks. Business valuation professionals use the following types of benchmarks to assess company-specific risk and, in turn, a subject company’s expected return. Profitability Profitability metrics evaluate how much money…

At least 12% of Americans have thought about living abroad in retirement, according to a study by the Aegon Center for Longevity and Retirement. If that’s part of your retirement plan — or you’re already living outside the United States — it’s important to know that your country of residence could affect your estate and tax…