A recent piece sheds light on what to consider when taking out a personal loan secured by a car. Though the complete article is limited to paid subscribers, readers can gain insight into the basic risks and benefits of using an automobile as collateral.

A 66-year-old, born in June 1959, is preparing to leave the workforce due to poor health. Losing a spouse in March has further complicated decisions about Social Security, and this piece examines key options available at a full retirement age of 66 years and 10 months.