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Grilling Season and ETFs: There's More Than One Way to Cook Up a Portfolio
Exchange-traded funds come in a multitude of 'flavors' these days, from passive to active to factor-based. Their flexibility is what makes them so delicious.
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You Don't Want It, But You Should Plan for It Anyway: An Expert Guide to Long-Term Care
Planning for long-term care is crucial to protect your independence, family and financial stability against unexpected health events and rising care costs not covered by standard insurance.
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You Don't Want Just a Financial Plan: You Need a Purpose and Retirement Ideals
These five questions will help you drill down to what you really want out of retirement. Then you can get down to the business of crafting a financial plan to make it happen.
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I'm a Financial Adviser: This Is How You Can Save for Big Goals Even if You Feel Like You're Barely Getting By
Learning good financial habits — building an emergency fund, paying down debt, saving consistently — gives you flexibility, options and a path to security.
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How to Buy an Annuity Online (Without Regret)
You should never be rushed into buying an annuity. But now that they can be sold quickly and easily online, you need to be more alert than ever to pushy salesmanship. Here are four signs you're working online with a professional.
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How Much Income Will an Indexed Annuity Get You? An Annuities Expert Lays Out the Numbers
Guaranteed lifetime income sounds great, but how much will it be? Several factors determine your future payout on indexed annuities with an income rider.
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Financial Fact vs Fiction: Why Inflation Is Lower, But Prices Are Not
Do you think bonds protect you from stock losses? Are you confident your assets will go to your intended heirs if all you have is a will? Think again — and read on for other myths that could be leading you astray.
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I'm a Personal Finance Expert: Here's the Truth About Using AI to Plan Your Retirement
AI can be a useful tool, but it often gets important financial information wrong. It also can't emulate the empathy, judgment and personal connection you can get with a human being.
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You Don't Have to Be Wealthy to Need a Wealth Manager
Navigating complex financial decisions is hard on your own, no matter how much money you have. A wealth manager can provide comprehensive financial planning, investment management, risk management and more.
