5 Money Myths

Have you heard these 5 money myths?

Has anyone ever made an unfair assumption about your money habits? Was that assumption based on how old you are?  People often look for patterns and trends when it comes to spending and saving, but in reality, your financial approach probably isn’t based on age or decade alone. What do you think? Do these common…

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5 Finance Related Podcasts Worth a Download

Listen and Learn: Financial Podcasts One common trait among the highly successful is their endless drive to improve and learn. Take a page from their book during your downtime this holiday season by feeding your curiosity and keeping your mind engaged. Make space on your digital device for some of these popular finance-focused podcasts: National…

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How to Find an Old 401(k)

Many people change jobs several times throughout their careers. Each new job can come with a new 401(k), making it easy to lose track of retirement accounts over the years. If you lost track of a 401(k) at some point, it might still be maintained by your previous employer. It’s also possible that the account…

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Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

Tax Act Overview The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, which we will simply call the “Tax Act”, is not retroactive except for a very few unique expensing provisions, so for nearly everyone, your upcoming income tax filing due this spring for the 2017 tax year filing will NOT be effected. However, the changes…

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How to Review Your Finances Midyear

No matter how much fun your summer is shaping up to be, it’s no time to put your finances on pause. Take a look at the past six months to gauge how you can adjust your strategic or tactical actions to ensure you’re making steady progress toward your financial goals. Check In With Your Cash…

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Protect Your Hard-Earned Assets

True wealth is more than what you earn; what you retain and maintain also matters. Proper insurance coverage helps by protecting your assets from risks that can subtract value or cause costly harm. But do you have ample coverage? High net worth individuals often don’t. Many experience an insurance gap and require attention that’s above…

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Retirement Savings Mistakes to Avoid

A long-term savings strategy like planning for retirement relies on small steps taken over an extended period of time. Make sure you’re on track by avoiding these common mistakes. Underfunding Retirement Accounts Are you among the 71 percent of Americans who aren’t putting enough away for retirement? The most effective determining factors of a well-funded…

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Making the Most of a Financial Windfall

Whether it’s tied to performance, holiday profits or a tax refund, nothing beats the joy of receiving a bonus. But resist the temptation to blow it all on something that could be short-lived. Instead, consider the following, all of which can have a lasting impact. Pay down debt. If you’re carrying a credit card balance…

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How to Deal With Financial Anxiety

When unexpected or worrisome financial news hits, what do you do? Constantly checking your portfolio can derail you from long-term goals, while having zero awareness of your finances can lead to reckless overspending or other bad behavior. Information travels faster than ever these days, and it’s easy for investors to feel alarmed or panicked about…

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