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Is Your Financial Adviser's Fee Model Outdated?
Your adviser probably uses technology that lets them manage your portfolio at the touch of a button, so why haven't they updated how they charge for their work?
By Mike Decker, NSSA®
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We Will Inherit $3 Million: Can We Retire Now?
We're 60 with $550K saved. We know we'll inherit when my elderly father passes away. Can we retire now, even though we can't technically afford it?
By Maurie Backman
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How to Tackle the Nowhere-to-Be Thing in Retirement
Too much free time in retirement can come as a shock after decades of working. How can you ensure you don't overfill your days or let too many drift by?
By Phil Wright, Certified Fund Specialist
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3 Questions That Reveal if You’re Actually Ready to Age in Place
Is your "forever home" actually a "Peter Pan house?" The age-in-place dream often hits these three unexpected roadblocks.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Claiming Social Security Soon? 5 Smart Moves to Make Now
Claiming Social Security is a lifelong decision, and poor choices can cost the average couple more than $180,000. Complete these tasks to avoid a big mistake.
By Jeremy Keil, CFP®, CFA®, CKA®
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Quiz: Is Your Retirement Savings on Track at Age 50 to 55?
Find out if your retirement savings are on track with our quick quiz.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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What Is the Magic Number You Need to Retire Comfortably?
The dream of retiring comfortably remains a tough goal to hit. Do you have enough socked away?
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Inheriting an IRA? The 3 Decisions That Could Cost You Thousands
Don't get hit with a big tax bill thanks to an inherited IRA. Learn the rules and save.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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My Husband Wants Half Our Retirement Portfolio in Stocks
We just retired at 67 with $4.1 million. My husband wants to keep 50% of our investments in stocks. I say it's not worth the risk. Who's right?
By Maurie Backman



