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Financial Pros Provide a Beginner's Guide to Building Wealth in 10 Years
Building wealth over 10 years requires understanding your current financial situation, budgeting effectively, eliminating high-interest debt and increasing both your income and financial literacy.
By Anthony Martin Published
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A Little-Known Tax-Free Way To Help Pay Your Student Loan
Student Debt Employers can provide valuable assistance with employee student loan repayments.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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How the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Will Reshape 529 Plans
The new One Big Beautiful Bill Act, now signed into law, will change 529 plan rules as early as this summer. What does that mean for you?
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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A Financial Expert's Three Steps to Becoming Debt-Free (Even in This Economy)
If debt has you spiraling, now is the time to take a few common-sense steps to help knock it down and get it under control.
By Stephen B. Dunbar III, JD, CLU Published
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Over 50 and Still Paying Student Loans? Here's Some Help
It's the club no one wants to join. But if you are over 50 and still paying student loans, there are ways to tackle both debt and retirement savings.
By Maurie Backman Published
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How Refinancing a Home Loan Works. Is It Right For You?
Refinancing a mortgage works by replacing your current mortgage with a new one. It can save you money or let you tap the equity in your home, but it can take time to break even after upfront costs.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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How to Get Your Finances Back on Track After a Divorce
Taking charge of your money after a divorce will feel daunting, especially when you're faced with a lower income. The key is tackling your to-do list in stages.
By Janet Bodnar Published
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Arizona Retirement: Nine Things You Must Know
retirement The Grand Canyon State offers so much more than that gorgeous hole in the ground. Check out whether you'd like to spend your golden years in this southwestern state.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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Bouncing Back: New Tunes for Millennials Trying to Make It
Adele's mournful melodies kick off this generation's financial playlist, but with the right plan, Millennials can finish strong.
By Alvina Lo Published