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Five Common Retirement Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Are Your Financial Perceptions Skewed? Help Avoid Common Pitfalls. Relying solely on tax-deferred accounts or anticipating unattainable market gains? Guard against these and other misconceptions to help safeguard your long-term…
Read MoreAs Social Security marks a milestone, here are 3 things to know about your retirement benefits
On August 14, 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt marked a historic moment by signing the Social Security Act into law, giving birth to a social insurance program designed to provide…
Read MoreTravel Insurance Is Confounding. What to Know Before You Buy It.
An escalating concern for travelers is the potential disruption of their plans due to various unforeseen incidents. Recent events like the Maui wildfires, resulting in the devastation of Lahaina, underline…
Read MoreHiring a financial planner? 3 things they don’t want to hear from you.
The initial call to a financial planner can be daunting, as seeking help often is. Ensure a positive start to your relationship by sidestepping opening lines like ‘I retired last…
Read More3 Reasons to Buy a Dashboard Camera for Your Car—and 4 Reasons Not to
The trend of installing security cameras in cars to prove innocence in accidents or deter trespassers is on the rise among Americans. However, it’s a decision that requires careful consideration.…
Read More7 Things a Financial Advisor Says to Do with Your Money Before 30
Even if retirement is years away, starting to save now is essential for its enjoyment. While immediate expenses often take precedence, financial advisors offer crucial guidance for those under 30,…
Read MoreThis is why stock picking is so hard – and index investing so easy – for favourable returns
Investors are well aware of the worst-case scenario, a complete loss when buying an individual stock. Yet, the allure lies in the potential for substantial gains, often exceeding hundreds or…
Read More10 Nasty Surprises That Could Ruin Your Retirement
Despite your diligent retirement planning, potential pitfalls lie ahead. While you may feel secure in your preparation and budgeting, lurking surprises have the potential to disrupt even the most carefully…
Read More‘Now is not the time’: Suze Orman warns these 5 financial blunders will set you back in a big way — here’s how to ‘be strong’ with your money
For decades, renowned personal finance author and television personality Suze Orman has been a guiding force, motivating Americans to make wiser financial decisions and steer clear of significant monetary pitfalls.…
Read MoreHere’s What a $5 Million Retirement Looks Like in America
Retirement tranquility seems to be elusive, yet $5 million could provide a semblance of security. Nevertheless, this substantial sum is a rarity, with most Americans falling far short in their…
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