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Baona | E+ | Getty ImagesMore from FA Playbook:Here’s a look at other stories impacting the financial advisor business.Starting in 2025, investors age 60 to 63 can make catch-up contributions of up to $11,250 on top of the $23,500 deferral limit. Combined, these workers can defer a total of $34,750 for 2025, which is about 14% higher than 2024.”This can be a great way for people to boost their retirement savings,” certified financial planner Jamie Bosse, senior advisor at CGN Advisors in Manhattan, Kansas, previously told CNBC.This can be a great way for people to boost their retirement savings.Jamie BosseSenior…

Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza calls on international organisations to protect the facility from attacks.At least 30 people have been killed across Gaza by Israeli military attacks as tanks entered the western side of the Nuseirat refugee camp in a new incursion. Health officials at al-Awda Hospital in Nuseirat, the central Gaza Strip, said 20 people were killed in a series of air and ground attacks overnight and into Monday, including one that hit a tent encampment. In the northern town of Beit Lahiya, which Israeli forces have besieged since the beginning of October, medics said four people were…

Taylor Swift is an honorary aunt to Mecole Hardman Jr. and Chariah Gordon’s daughter. “Auntie Tay & Baby Ci,” Gordon, 29, captioned an Instagram Story on Sunday, November 10. In the snap, Swift, 34, was glowing as she cuddled the baby. Both Gordon and Swift attended the Kansas City Chiefs game on Sunday to support their significant others. While Swift is dating tight end Travis Kelce, Gordon is engaged to wide receiver Hardman Jr., 26. Along with the sweet pic of Swift, Gordon shared a series of family photos at Arrowhead Stadium in Missouri. Gordon and Hardman Jr. welcomed Ci…

The headlines might suggest that National Association of Realtors (NAR) members are struggling to find common ground on many issues. But any hint of division was nowhere to be seen during Monday morning’s NAR Board of Directors meeting. According to NAR president Kevin Sears, 886 directors attended the meeting at the NAR NXT annual conference in person, with another 100 directors attending virtually. Although Sears has already acknowledged that 2025 may be a financially challenging year for NAR, the trade organization should be in good financial shape in the long term if the commission lawsuit settlement is approved later this…

I tried Ina Garten’s recipe for shepherd’s pie. The meal was easy to make and took less than an hour to prepare. The pie’s filling was flavorful and savory, while the mashed potatoes were perfectly creamy. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you’re on the go. download the app By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of the email. I’m an Irish-American, but I didn’t grow up eating shepherd’s…

The International Criminal Court has announced an external investigation into accusations of sexual misconduct against its chief prosecutor. Karim Khan said he would engage in the process and continue in his role while the investigation was ongoing. He denies the allegations. The chief prosecutor had requested an investigation by the court’s watchdog, but on Monday the ICC’s governing body said it would pursue an “external investigation”.The announcement followed media reports about a document outlining accusations against Mr Khan, understood to include unwanted sexual touching and “abuse”.”I welcome the opportunity to engage in this process,” Mr Khan said in a statement,…

Britney Spears’ ex Sam Asghari is not that innocent … grabbing a handful of his potential new lady’s behind while out and about in Los Angeles. Check it out … the fitness trainer-turned-actor is seen doing a bit of shopping on Melrose Ave with Brooke Irvine … the realtor who Sam has been spending quite a bit of time with lately. While neither Sam nor Brooke have commented on the status of their relationship, it appears the twosome are very much an item … with Brit’s former flame exhibiting some eyebrow-raising PDA. Sam, who is dressed in a black tank…

Elon Musk embraces Republican former President Donald Trump during a campaign rally at the Butler Farm Show fairgrounds in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Oct. 5, 2024.Anna Moneymaker | Getty ImagesTesla shares popped 6% on Monday, continuing to ride a postelection rally as President-elect Donald Trump, closely allied with CEO Elon Musk, begins to set up his presidential cabinet.Analysts at Wedbush reiterated their outperform rating on the stock, joining earlier sunny outlooks reacting to Tuesday’s results. Tesla recently reclaimed its $1 trillion market cap after surging nearly 30% last week.”We are raising our price target on Tesla to $400 from $300 as we believe…

Israel’s far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has ordered preparations for the annexation of the occupied West Bank ahead of US President-elect Donald Trump taking office in January 2025. In a statement on Monday, Smotrich voiced his hope that the new administration in Washington will recognise Israel’s push for “sovereignty” over the occupied territory. In addition to his finance portfolio, Smotrich – who himself lives in an illegal Israeli settlement – also holds a position within Israel’s Defence Ministry where he oversees the administration of the occupied West Bank and its settlements. “2025: the year of sovereignty in Judea and Samaria,”…

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are sharing a video message with the world. As usual, the couple remained on message, pitching their Parents’ Network initiative as a means of protecting children against online exploitation. Unfortunately, their message might be overshadowed by speculation surrounding Harry and Meghan’s marriage. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle appear in a video for the Archewell Foundation. (The Archewell Foundation) Harry and Meghan’s Video Arrives Amid Controversy Despite lucrative deals with media outlets like Netflix and Spotify, Harry and Meghan’s main focus since they moved to the US has been their humanitarian work. In their message to…