Financial Planning

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Are You Retiring Within the Next 5 Years

April 14, 2022

What to focus on as the transition approaches You can prepare for the transition years in advance. In doing so, you may be better equipped to manage anything unexpected that may come your way. How much monthly income will you need? Unfortunately,…

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The Importance of Having a Financial Advisor

February 17, 2022

Some studies indicate that people with financial advisors experience higher portfolio gains, anywhere from 1.5% to 4% higher, according to Fidelity. But even if you could navigate the market like a pro all by yourself, should you? Here are the top…

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Your 2022 Financial To-Do List

January 5, 2022

Things you can do for your financial future as the year unfolds. What financial, business, or life priorities do you need to address for the coming year? Now is an excellent time to think about the investing, saving, or budgeting…

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Your Year-End Financial Checklist

December 28, 2021

The end of the year can help remind us of last-minute things we need to address as well as the goals we want to pursue and get serious about. To that end, here are some aspects of your financial life…

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Retirement Saving at Each Age

September 21, 2021

While it’s true that each person is unique and every financial plan should be customized according to their situation, it is generally accepted that people should start saving for retirement early in their lives so they can take advantage of…

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5 Reasons to Consider Life Insurance

September 21, 2021

September is “Life Insurance Awareness Month.” Is your family using life insurance in the right ways as part of your comprehensive financial plan? Here are five reasons you should consider life insurance. 1. You Have a Young Family1 Even though…

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7 Budgeting Tips For July

July 27, 2021

Budgeting can help you achieve your goals faster. Once you realize that budgeting can help you achieve the goals you’ve set out for yourself, you may find the process inspiring. 1. Think of your budget as a spending plan Think…

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5 Ways to Give Your Finances a $pring Cleaning

May 26, 2021

Spring is here! Time to get your finances in shipshape condition. Here are five ideas to get you started. 1. Check your credit reports. While you’re reviewing your expenses and debts in order to see how you are faring in…

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7 Tips to Resolve Financial Issues Between Couples

February 24, 2021

No matter how long you have been together, financial issues can wreak havoc on a committed relationship. According to Investopedia, some of the top money issues between partners include money/personality style clashes, debt, personal spending, children, and extended family differences. When…

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Your Annual Financial To-Do List

December 22, 2020

Things you can do for your future as the year unfolds. What financial, business, or life priorities do you need to address for the coming year? Now is an excellent time to think about the investing, saving, or budgeting methods…

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