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Know Your 401(k) Options When Changing Jobs

Planning, Wealth, Saving, Business, Retirement, Goals

These days, it's less common for people to stay with just one employer for an entire career. As a result, you'll probably need to answer the question of what to do with your 401(k)…

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How to Budget for a Vacation

Travel, Entertainment, Budget, Planning, Saving, Goals

Now that summer is here, the fun and relaxing vacations many of you have been longing for will finally happen.

What's the most important part of a vacation? The budgeting…

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Saving for Your Child's Education

Planning, Saving, Goals

Over the last decade, college tuitions have increased an average of five percent each year and that number is expected to increase over time.

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Starting Your Own Business? Here’s How to Get the Money You Need

Business, Credit, Planning, Goals

Starting your own business can be a daunting task. Even if you have the most marketable idea in the world, nothing can be done until you've accumulated enough funds to get your startup…

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Retirement Saving for Women: Close the Gap

Wealth, Saving, Retirement, Goals

There are steps women may want to consider taking to close the retirement savings gap, many of which would be prudent for any pre-retiree to do.

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Employee Benefits: Are You Taking Full Advantage of Yours?

Business, Saving, Wealth, Goals

Most companies offer a wide range of benefits because they help attract and keep the best people. If you don’t know your company’s benefits, or are not using them to their maximum advantage,…

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It's Never Too Early to Start Saving for Retirement

Saving, Retirement, Goals

When you’re young, retirement seems like it’s an eternity away. But the fact is, it’s never too early to start saving for it.

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Best Places to Retire

Retirement, Real Estate, Travel, Goals

For many, their retirement home comes with lower taxes, a lower cost of living and a fair climate. But there are other important aspects to consider.

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Saving for College? Do Your Homework First

Saving, Planning, Goals

Families are stocking away more money in 529 college savings plans than ever, investing a record $253 billion last year in preparation for the sky-high cost of higher education.

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You Want to Buy an Investment Property? 5 Things to Consider.

Real Estate, Wealth, Goals

Investment properties can be a great way to diversify your assets. Here are just a few things to consider before jumping into the real estate world.

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Should You Buy or Lease Your Next Car?

Auto, Planning, Budget, Debt, Goals

One of the first things you should determine is whether you’re looking to buy or lease, because that can impact the type of car you ultimately end up with.

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Build A Strong Foundation For Financial Success

Saving, Wealth, Goals

Developing a savings strategy may not be your top priority. But the younger you are when you begin, the more likely you are to achieve the goal of financial security later in life.

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