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Are You Ready to Invest Beyond a 401(k)?
When it comes to retirement investing, it pays to take advantage of accounts that provide tax breaks for savings. Sadly, many people are passing up the chance to invest in one of the most accessible of those accounts -- the IRA. In fact, according to the Center for Retirement Research, only around 15% of people of all
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4 Tips for Planning for Financial Emergencies
You never know when something might happen or how much it will cost. Here are some tips to help you prepare financially for the unexpected
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Most Young Retirement Savers Make This Investing Mistake
You've set up your 401(k) contributions, and you're watching that account balance tick up with every paycheck. Congratulations, you're on your way to a comfortable retirement. Now, it's time to expedite your progress by optimizing the investments in your account. That's an adjustment the vast majority of young savers n
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Taking a vacation on a budget [outline]
A vacation—be it a week in an exotic locale or time off at home—provides a well-deserved break and a chance to reset. This is why the finances of taking vacation shouldn’t be stress-inducing. In fact, there are a host of vacation options depending on your budget. This piece will discuss several key components of vacati
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Establishing a financial plan is a foundational
Establishing a financial plan is a foundational step toward securing both present and future financial well-being. However, several persistent myths
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Saving for Your Emergency Fund: As Easy as 1-3-6
Setting money aside in an emergency fund is easier than you might think. Here's how to get started
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Deciding What To Do With The 401(k)s You Left Behind
If you’ve changed jobs throughout your career, chances are you have at least one or two 401(k)s with former employers. If you’re like most people, you’ve probably been unsure about what to do with that money and just left it in the plans. Now that time has passed and your financial decisions are more deliberate, you ma
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3 Financial Tools We Should All Be Thankful For
The holidays are a great time to take stock of the things that make life worth living -- family, friends, and the hobbies we enjoy. They're also an ideal time to express gratitude for the tools that make our financial lives easier. Here are a few in particular that are really worth celebrating. 1. 401(k) plans Saving f
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Debunking The Myths About Self-Directed IRAs
Founder/CEO of Next Generation Trust Company, a trust company specializing in custodial & administrative services for Self-Directed
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7 Financial Tips For New Grads
One of the most common things I often hear from people is how much they wish they had learned about financial wellness when they were younger. I particularly think about this with all the new college grads this year. There are a lot of things I’m glad I knew back then and a lot more I wish I knew. Here are a few financ