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4 Smart Money Moves to Plan for Financial Security

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They don’t have a purpose for the money they’re saving, and they often end up splurging on stuff they don’t really need (or want) rather than using it to fund a life goal such as buying a house or saving up for retirement. Start a retirement plan. You’re young, and retirement probably feels light-years away.

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How to Choose the Best College Savings Account

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Many people choose to supplement college savings using a Roth IRA because your child can use that money for non-education-related expenses and anything leftover can give them a headstart on their own retirement planning. These plans are guaranteed by the particular state you are buying them from and are not federally insured.

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What Is a Brokerage Account and Do You Need One?

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Simply put, brokerage accounts are a way to purchase stocks, bonds, or other investment vehicles like exchange-traded funds and access them in one place. Brokerage accounts are a great addition to a diverse portfolio along with your retirement accounts and emergency fund, but they should not be used in place of these other accounts.

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2023 Financial Forecast: How to Prepare for the Year Ahead

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It wasn’t a surprise that the economy slowed in 2022 following big gains in 2021—rather, the main question was just how much the pace of growth would slow, notes Luke Tilley, chief economist at Wilmington Trust, which is part of M&T Bank. Plot smart career moves in a slower economy. Stay invested in financial markets.

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The Best Client Retention Strategies to Use Now

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In fact, according to a 2021 Coresight Research survey, 43% of companies using a corporate gift strategy reported improved client loyalty, among other benefits. I recently experienced this with a camera purchase. They take another offer, change their lives around or, sometimes, they simply retire. I was both happy and let down.

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The 2021 Productivityist Holiday Gift Guide

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I had a chance to test drive the original Freewrite and decided to purchase the Freewrite Traveler because of its small footprint, portability, and e-ink display so that I can write without eye strain on my back deck. That means I’ll get a little bit of money if you use them to purchase anything… at no additional cost to you.

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How to Recover Financially From a Gray Divorce

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Their study found that the divorce rate from 1990 to 2021 increased by three times among those aged 65 and older. While divorce can be financially disruptive at any age, the stakes are higher among this age group, which is closer to or is already living in retirement. They’ve been planning [for] retirement as a couple,” Hetrick says.