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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
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Retirement Is a Game (and That's Actually the Good News)
If retirement is the ultimate goal, why is it harder than we imagined? Regarding it as a game to keep playing, instead of a finish line, may be the answer.
By Richard P. Himmer, PhD
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Retiring in the Next 12 Months? Answer These 3 Questions
The final decisions you make on spending, Social Security and investments can make the difference between a successful retirement and one filled with regret.
By Jeremy Keil, CFP®, CFA®, CKA®
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A Market Crash Isn't Your Biggest Retirement Risk — This Is
Retirees are conditioned to think that market risk is the main threat to their future, but here's the real danger — and how to bring it under control.
By Kara Stewart
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Retiring Near the Coast? What Waterfront Living Really Costs After 60
Want to retire in a beach town in the U.S. or abroad? Get to know these lifestyle and financial factors first.
By Brian O'Connell
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The Simple Legal Document Parents Need to Protect Their Kids
When parents are absent, caregivers may not be able to make emergency decisions for a child without a Delegation of Parental Authority. Here's how to set it up.
By Patrick M. Simasko, J.D.
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Vintage Stereos: How I Get That 1970s Look With 2026 Connectivity
I collect and refurbish hi-fi stereo equipment. Here's how to find a deal on a vintage system and pair it with your favorite streaming service.
By Benjamin Tice Smith
