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Spending Your Stimulus Check? Pay Yourself First
Making Your Money Last Stimulus checks are hitting bank accounts, and many people already have plans for their money. But before you start spending, first take a closer look at your savings.
By Tony Drake, CFP®, Investment Advisor Representative Published
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Good Debt, Bad Debt: Knowing the Difference
credit & debt It’s often smart to borrow to boost your income and your assets.
By Kaitlin Pitsker Published
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A Penalty-Free Route To Tap an IRA
retirement The SEPP strategy lets IRA owners avoid the early-withdrawal penalty by taking equal payments for at least five years or until the owner turns 59½.
By Mark Stein Published
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Intrafamily Loans: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
loans Before you lend a family member money, make sure you understand how these loans work. There's a minimum interest rate that must be charged, for example. And examine some pitfalls that can make these loans perilous.
By David E. Redding, CTFA, AEP Published
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How to Get Off the Hamster Wheel of Debt
credit & debt Yes, you can pay off your debt and start building wealth. It all starts with determining which debts are "bad" and which ones are "good."
By Brian Skrobonja, Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) Published
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Does Your Credit Card Measure Up?
credit & debt Knowing your card’s mechanics can help you avoid high rates and fees.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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Reach Your Money Goals in 2020 with a Financial Bucket List
retirement To get started, here are four must-do items to add to your list before you retire.
By Tony Drake, CFP®, Investment Advisor Representative Published
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Till Debt Do We Part: The Golden Years Are Tarnishing
Making Your Money Last Too many seniors today are weighed down with tremendous debt loads, but there are helping hands available. Check out these resources for assistance with everything from medical costs to rent, food and taxes.
By Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert Published
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The 4 Most Common Retirement Mistakes Millennials Make with Money
retirement Luckily, there's plenty of time for you to recover from these all-too-common financial blunders.
By Riley Adams, CPA Published
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