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How to Set Financial Goals

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How to Set Financial Goals in 5 Easy Steps

A recent Forbes article reported that the average American has $65,100 in their savings account, but averages are skewed by outliers. A better representation of how much money Americans have in their savings account is the midpoint value, also known as the median. The median savings amount for American households is only $5,300. Setting financial goals... Read More

| September 12, 2023

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4 percent rule

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Should You Still Follow the 4% Rule for Retirement Savings?
Saving for retirement may seem challenging, but imagine living on... Read More

November 1, 2015

Alternative Ways to Save for Retirement

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9 Smart Ways to Deal With Financially Toxic People
Do you have friends, family, business associates or even clients ... Read More

October 26, 2015

marriage and money

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How to Get on the Same Financial Page With Your Spouse
When you say “I do,” many wedding vows have you agreeing to ... Read More

October 21, 2015

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How Much Does Life Insurance Really Cost?
It’s a common question for people considering life insurance ... Read More

October 20, 2015

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Simple vs. Compounding Interest: How Does It Work?
You may think of interest as a negative – when you have to pay ... Read More

October 20, 2015

5 Common Money Fights Couples Can Avoid

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What to Do When You & Your Spouse Disagree About Spending
Q. My husband and I don’t agree about spending. I think he spen... Read More

October 18, 2015