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How to Set Financial Goals

Personal Finance

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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social security

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How Will Your Social Security Benefits Be Taxed?
Social Security is a massive government program with hundreds of ... Read More

August 5, 2015

early retirement

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My Spouse Wants to Retire Early. Can We Do It?
When contemplating their personal finances, many folks often ask:... Read More

August 5, 2015

80% of Americans Are in Debt

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80% of Americans Are in Debt
The vast majority of Americans are in debt, according to a report... Read More

August 3, 2015

Think You Might Lose Your Job? How to Prepare For the Worst

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Can You Afford to Quit Your Job?
Thinking about leaving your job? The decision can be both scary a... Read More

August 2, 2015

divorce

Personal Finance
10 Financial Moves to Keep You Sane During a Divorce
Divorce is expensive. For starters, you have the costs of hiring... Read More

August 1, 2015

Is It Fair That Widows Pay More for Car Insurance Than Married Women?

Personal Finance
Widows Pay More for Car Insurance Than Married Women, Study Finds
It’s not like anyone would get married to save money on car... Read More

July 29, 2015