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    A Checklist for When a Spouse or Parent Passes

    When you lose a spouse, partner, or parent, the grief can be overwhelming. In the midst of that grief, life goes on. There are arrangements to be made, things to…

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  • Taxes

    The One Big Beautiful Bill and You

    The One Big Beautiful Bill and You  On July 4, the One Big Beautiful Bill was signed into law at a White House ceremony. This domestic policy bill extends the…

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  • Retirement

    9 Facts About Retirement

    9 Facts About Retirement Retirement can have many meanings. For some, it will be a time to travel and spend time with family members. For others, it will be a…

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  • IRA Deadlines

    2025 IRA Deadlines Are Approaching – What You Need to Know

    Financially, many of us associate the spring with taxes—but we should also associate December with important Individual Retirement Account (IRA) deadlines. This year, like 2024, will see a few changes…

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    Here Are Some Things You Might Consider Before Saying Goodbye to 2025

    What has changed for you in 2025? For some, this year has been as complicated as learning a new dance. Did you start a new job or leave a job…

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    Insurance

    When you turn 65, you become eligible for Medicare if you: Either receive or qualify for Social Security retirement cash benefits Or, currently reside in the United States and are…

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  • life insurance

    Why Starting Life Insurance in Your 20s Can Be a Smart Financial Move

    Perhaps you’ve heard the maxim, “Preparation is the key to success.” But when it comes to life insurance, knowing when to prepare is almost more important than the preparation itself….

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    Wealth Management vs. Asset Management: Definitions, Differences, and Why Comprehensive Planning Matters

    Definitions, Differences, and Why Comprehensive Planning Matters If you’ve been trying to make sense of the difference between asset management and wealth management, you’re not alone. The terms get tossed…

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    It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times

    Key Takeaways  ● Diversification can help manage investment risk, but it doesn’t eliminate it. The “don’t put all your eggs in one basket” approach may help reduce pressure when certain…

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    Navigating Retirement Pitfalls

    Much is written about the classic financial mistakes that plague start-ups, family businesses, corporations, and charities. Some classic financial missteps have also been known to affect retirees. Calling them “missteps”…

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