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The Hidden Risk Lurking in Most Retirement Plans: Human Behavior
What's one of the differences between a good financial adviser and a great one? The ability to use behavioral coaching to guide clients away from emotional decision-making and toward retirement success.
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Addressing Your Clients' Emotional Side: Communication Techniques for Financial Advisers
Rather than focusing only on financial plans, you can better serve your clients — and grow your business — by learning what to say and do when a client gets anxious or emotional.
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Seven Hidden Downsides of Dividend Investing, From a Financial Adviser
Dividend investing could be draining your wealth with unexpected costs and limited growth potential. Here are some downsides, along with smarter strategies to take control of your retirement income.
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How to Position Your Business for a Lucrative Exit Despite Private Equity's Slowdown
As private equity firms seek strongly performing companies, crafting a narrative about your business' high-quality assets and future opportunities can make a lucrative sale possible.
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Don't Regret Buying a Home: An Expert Guide to Navigating Today's Tough Housing Market
Whether you're a first-time buyer, want to upsize/downsize or move closer to work or family, it's critical to stay within your budget and have an emergency fund.
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1031 Exchanges Aren't Just for Big Real Estate Deals: An Expert's Playbook for Regular Property Owners
One of the biggest mistakes property owners make is not realizing they're eligible for tax deferral through a Section 1031 like-kind exchange.
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Timing Your Retirement: A Financial Professional's Guide on When to Say When
First, ask yourself what kind of retirement you want: big and splashy or simple and sweet. Then you can run the numbers to help choose just the right moment.
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Three Common Social Security Myths in 2025: A Retirement Strategist Explains What You Need to Know
Taxes on benefits haven't been eliminated, and based on current projections, the program isn't going bankrupt. Understanding the truth about Social Security and knowing what you can control can help you better prepare for retirement.
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Thanks to the OBBB, Now Could Be the Best Tax-Planning Window We've Had: 12 Things You Should Know
The new tax legislation offers unique opportunities to make smart financial moves and save on taxes, especially for people nearing or in retirement with significant savings.
