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When you think of your financial wellness, you are likely not considering how it may affect your social life or vice versa. While many factors may influence your financial situation, social influence is the component that is given the least attention. Both those who struggle with their finances and those with a more comfortable financial […]
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For kids, teens, and college students, summer break often represents freedom from schedules, responsibilities, and all those other drains on your time. Retirement actually can provide a similar level of freedom, but only if you’ve adequately prepared, planned, and saved. Below, we discuss three ways that planning ahead for your retirement can be like scheduling […]
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Estate planning helps disperse your assets according to your wishes. The effort may seem daunting at first, but estate planning does not have to be overly complicated. With the proper planning, you may find yourself resting a little easier knowing you have an estate plan in place. While an estate plan is personalized to the […]
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Having enough retirement income is concerning for some Americans. Although consistent contributions into their retirement savings plans have occurred, many are concerned if their retirement plan will be successful. A successful retirement plan provides the ability to maintain your lifestyle for the duration of your life and includes strategies such as: Safety– Assets that are […]
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Once you are in your 60s, you are likely to focus less on growing your retirement funds than answering, “When do I retire?” And once you crack open your nest egg, how should you allocate its contents? The answer often lies in a substantial shift in your investment strategy. Here are some ideas for investing […]
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Whether you are an employee in corporate America or a small business owner, retirement is a part of life. For many, the thought of retiring and whether or not you are ready to take those first steps might be overwhelming or intimidating. Ancient philosopher Lao Tzu once said, “The journey of a thousand miles begins […]
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Retirement planning is a journey. And the sooner you start, the easier it is. But whether you’re in your 20s or 50s, have a lot of expenses, or don’t make much money, there are ways to build up and work toward protecting your retirement nest egg that aren’t as difficult as you may think. In […]
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Social Security is the bedrock of Americans’ retirement income security. So you may have been concerned by the news that the federal government needed to dip into the Social SecurityÕs trust fund to pay for the program this year. Does that mean Social Security’s future isn’t safe? As an economist who has written extensively on […]
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A major issue in estate planning is who to name as beneficiaries on life insurance policies, pension plan accounts, IRAs, and annuities. This important decision often doesn’t take into account the substantial estate and income tax consequences the beneficiary may incur. So before you name a beneficiary, you may wish to gain a basic understanding […]
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At one time, the only way you could join your company’s 401(k) plan, 403(b) plan, or 457(b) plan was to put pen to paper and sign yourself up by filling out the appropriate forms. Now, though, in an effort to help participants increase their retirement savings, some employers have begun enrolling their employees automatically. With […]