Family & Estate Planning, Saving

A Winning Argument for Why You and Your Honey Need to Come Clean About Money

I recently saw a survey that reported that nearly half of people in a relationship say they argue about money. I was surprised it was not even higher.…

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Family & Estate Planning, Life Insurance, Retirement

Long-Term Care Planning–One Size Does Not Fit All

Shopping for long-term care insurance today is starting to feel like walking into the biggest shoe store you have ever seen and figuring out where to start.

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Family & Estate Planning, Student Loans

How to Get the Best Bang for Your College Buck

I am a big believer in college education, and an even bigger believer in getting a return on your investment. But I don’t know any financial advisor who…

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Family & Estate Planning, Retirement, Saving

What Every Woman Needs to Get Schooled On.

When the American College of Financial Services recently quizzed retirement-aged people on the basics of how to make their money last, just 35 percent of men passed the…

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Family & Estate Planning

A Divorce Settlement Mistake I Want All Women to Home in On. 

Divorce at any age can be difficult. Even in the most amicable of situations there are major financial decisions to work through, and staying clear-eyed amid the emotional…

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Family & Estate Planning, Home Ownership

Two Insurance Mistakes Homeowners Can’t Afford to Make

With home values rising more than 40 percent from their lows during the financial crisis, a home is an increasingly valuable asset. For many of you, I know…

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Family & Estate Planning

This Girlfriend’s Money Guide to Steering Clear of Divorce

A recent Experian survey reports that more than one-third of people who divorced says it caused them financial ruin. And more than 60 percent of people surveyed said…

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Family & Estate Planning, Saving

Are You Ready to Declare Your Financial Independence?

I hope you have a fantastic July 4th, and that it includes some time to reflect on the principles of our democracy that are celebrated on this holiday.…

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Family & Estate Planning, Investing, Life Insurance, Saving

3 Key Financial Steps for Stay At Home Parents

When you and your partner make the decision for one of you to be a stay-at-home parent, the tendency is to center all the financial decisions on the…

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