Retirement Planning Made Simple

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With today’s troubled times and people looking to beat the ever rising costs of living, many don’t have the thought of retirement on their mind. Between rent or a mortgage, rising monthly bills, and all the other everyday costs, it makes it hard … [Read more...]

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What’s the Secret to Financial Independence?

How to Make $180/Hour by Walking

By: Rick Kahler, CFP® Would you like to be financially independent? Most of us would. We’d like to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle without having to earn an income. Recent studies suggest that an average income of around $60,000 is optimum for … [Read more...]

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Save for Retirement or Enjoy Life Now?

Save for Retirement or Enjoy Life Now?

It's typically a joke you hear your parents say: “We’re spending your inheritance, but we’re having fun while doing it!” Couples and individuals of all ages contemplate whether they should focus on putting away money for their retirement … [Read more...]

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Retirement: Dreaming Is Okay, But Realistic Planning Is Better

Retirement: Dream It, Plan It

By: Tammy Kraig, CFP® [Check Your Credit: Don't Guess. Know.® Get your free credit report and score. No credit card required. We’re all aware of inspiring adages such as, “Follow your dreams and the money will follow," or, “Anything you … [Read more...]

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Personal Finance for Beginners

Get Started with Personal Finance

When you take that first leap toward financial independence, it can be rather overwhelming. People start throwing abbreviations at you like FICO and IRA, and you may often be left scratching your head. Don’t worry! With these five easy steps, … [Read more...]

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How to Manage Your Money after Retirement

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You’ve worked hard for a lot of years and the day has finally arrived. Your office mates threw you a party. You packed up your belongings. And you drove away from work for the last time. You did it. You retired. For many people, retirement means … [Read more...]

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Should You Contribute to a 401(k)?

Retirement Savings: 401(k), IRA or Both?

It’s one of the fundamental rules of financial planning: you must save for retirement. But what is the best way to do it? Most people have access to a “defined contribution” retirement savings plan through their employers, like a … [Read more...]

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3 Ways to Boost Your Social Security Benefits

How to Increase Social Security Benefits

By: Tammy Kraig, CFP® As many Americans know, you can retire and start collecting Social Security benefits anytime from age 62 to 70. Most people start collecting right away at age 62. But what many people don't know is that you can raise your … [Read more...]

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5 Financial Opportunities to Take Advantage of before 2011

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By: John D. Buerger, CFP® It's now official - the end of the year is racing toward us at breakneck speed! Turkey Day for 2010 is done and gone (except for maybe the leftovers). What's next? Hanukah, holiday parties, family gatherings, travel, … [Read more...]

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Top Money Tips: Scary Credit Card Tales and Smart Retirement Strategies

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When it comes to personal finance, we know you love the tips but don’t always have the time to read them all. So, we’re going to do the work for you! We’ve scoured the Web to bring you this week’s top five articles that affect your … [Read more...]

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