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The 8 Biggest Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Your 60s

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People in their 60s often face the decades in two parts: the run-up to retirement and retirement itself. Although retirement may have a date on the human resources calendar, it can—and perhaps should—involve years of transition. They’ve been in this accumulation mode of building up their assets,” she says.

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2023 Financial Forecast: How to Prepare for the Year Ahead

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Admittedly, that’s not much of a time difference, but then again, somehow it’s almost time to bring out the 2023 calendars. No matter what the calendar says, it’s always a great time to focus on the foundational pieces that lead to success.”. Expect inflation and higher interest rates to stick around.

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Can Couples Combine Their Finances and Stay Together?

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There isn’t a question of splitting an expense or one person earning more than the other since all income and costs go into or out of the same pot of money. Other couples keep their money completely separate and have worked out who covers which expense from their individual accounts. You’ll have more flexibility.

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5 Smart Money Hacks to Help You Budget for the Holidays

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This is the last month in the calendar year you can donate to charities and deduct them from your taxes, so you can afford to be generous. For years, I put in for my FSA reimbursement to be paid out in December and used it like a “holiday bonus” to cover my extra expenses. Remember, it’s December. Increase your income.

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Business finance: The ultimate guide for non-finance people

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The beginner’s business finance glossary “Our P&L report shows that our revenue is now greatly exceeding our expenses, and we’re showing a considerable profit.” “In The catch is that a business’s fiscal year does not have to line up with the traditional calendar year.

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1099 vs W-2: The difference between employees and contractors

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It can also help to look at whether the worker is reimbursed for expenses incurred while completing the work. Some expenses may be included on independent contractor invoices, but the basic tools or programs required to complete the work are often provided by the contractor. Form W-2 filing requirements. Federal income taxes withheld.

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Is Your Resume Hot? Or a HOT mess?

Melissa Peoples

For most administrative professionals, the majority of our roles contain functions that recur, such as calendar management, expense reporting and travel arrangements. I didn't love kow-towing to the age haters, but I also need to work, and let's face it, I am nowhere near ready to retire!

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