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Are You Too Busy to Spare Your Heirs Stress and Heartache?
The cost of delaying estate planning is far greater than the time it takes to get the ball rolling. The remedy is easier (and takes less time) than you think.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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Don't Ask 'Are You a Fiduciary?' — Use This Question Instead
Asking "Are you a fiduciary?" won't tell you everything about a financial professional. Here's a question that will clarify where you stand, 100% of the time.
By David Bromelkamp
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Quiz: Can You Hit 'Reset' on Your Social Security Check?
Quiz Whether you're looking for a total "do-over" or just a temporary "pause," this quick quiz reveals exactly what is — and isn't — possible.
By Donna LeValley
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Quiz: Do You Understand the Social Security Earnings Test?
Quiz Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge of the Social Security earnings test and avoid being surprised by a smaller check than you expect.
By Donna LeValley
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7 Solutions to Protect Your 401(k) in a Down Market
Use these seven strategies to safeguard your nest egg when volatility strikes. You're not powerless.
By Adam Shell
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Protect Your Retirement Wealth After Moving to a Cheaper State
While a move can protect your legacy, many retirees stumble at the finish line by ignoring the strict state residency tests used to challenge their new status.
By Donna LeValley
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Is Your Portfolio Missing This Key Ingredient?
Portfolios limited to public equities capture a smaller slice of corporate growth, so investors are making room for private investments in their 401(k)s.
By Mike Dullaghan, AIF®
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Why High-Net-Worth Families Need a Financial Quarterback
High-net-worth families need a decent quarterback — a financial adviser coordinating other professionals on the team and keeping an eye on potential threats.
By Peter Newman, CFA
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I’m Ready to Retire in Europe Now. My Wife Thinks It’s Too Risky.
She thinks we should reconsider because of the political and economic situation. I want to go now. Who's right?
By Maurie Backman
