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5 Costly RMD Mistakes That Will Put a Dent in Your SavingsLike your golden years, RMDs creep up on you quicker than you think. Planning ahead can prevent you (and your heirs) getting hit with penalties and extra taxes.
By Larry Martin, CFP®, ChFC®, RICP®
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Does Your Estate Plan Have a Context Gap?Traditional estate planning is excellent at handling the transfer of assets, but often doesn't explain the reasons why you did it the way you did.
By Teresa Green
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5 Retirement Conversations Couples Must Have Ahead of TimeTwo people can spend years saving for retirement and never once discuss what they actually want from it. A few hard conversations now can prevent trouble later.
By Michael Pappis, CFP®
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You've Spent a Lifetime Amassing Your Stuff. Here's How to Get Rid of It.Key tips to tackle decluttering (before someone has to do it for you).
By Kim Clark
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Master the Art of Spending in RetirementMany people find it tough to shift from saving to tapping wealth once they stop work. Here's how to enjoy your money more — without fear of running out.
By Diane Harris
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From Family History to Daily Habits: 4 Signs Longevity Is on Your SidePlanning for a long retirement is a high-stakes math problem. Check these 4 longevity green flags to see if you have the habits and the history to beat the averages.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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The Potential Complications of Working Past Retirement AgeA growing number of Americans are working past retirement age. But what happens to Social Security, tax and healthcare when you keep on working?
By Cathy DeWitt Dunn, CDFA®, FRC®
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2 Awkward Talks to Have With Your Kids Before They're 18The teenage years are tricky for kids and parents, but they're the right time to start talking openly about money and what you'd do in a medical emergency.
By Stephen B. Dunbar III, JD, CLU
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To Close the Wealth Gap, Teach Your Children WellKids who grow up with savings accounts are more likely to learn the basics of managing and investing — and more likely to attend college.
By Melanie Mortimer
