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Essential Financial Concepts

This week we review some of the fundamental financial concepts we all need to flourish in today's world.
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Navigating Modern Consumer Life

A review of fundamental financial concepts that everyone should understand.

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Pay Yourself First With Automatic Savings

Prioritize your savings goals by setting up automatic savings and investment contributions.

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Why Insurance is Indispensable

While some types of insurance are required by law, several types of optional policies may improve your family's financial security.

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Finding the Credit Card for You

There are thousands of card products to choose from. Here's how to find the best deal for you.

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Tracking An Entire Year's Saving And Spending

By reviewing your expenditures for the last 12 months, you can get an honest picture of your true spending behavior - and then make any necessary changes.

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Getting the Most From Employee Benefits

The right benefits package can help you stay healthy, save for retirement and enjoy more time away from the office.

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Protecting Your Accounts from Hackers

Actively managing your online accounts, using strong passwords, and adjusting your online behaviors can significantly reduce the risk of compromised accounts.

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Long-Term Investing Strategies

This week, let's explore investing strategies and potential pitfalls for those investing for the long term.

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The Fundamentals of Investing

Investing your money wisely is one of the most important things you can do to secure your future financial independence...

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The Dollar-Cost Averaging Strategy

Dollar-cost averaging is an option for hedging against market fluctuations.

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The Challenge of Buying and Holding Stocks

A solid buy and hold strategy can work in building future wealth, but also can tax the nerves of the less experienced...

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Financial Gurus: Advice or Entertainment?

One-size-fits-all guidance from celebrity financial experts may be entertaining, but it may not always be right for you.

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Retirement Planning: Investing Rules of Thumb

Using financial rules of thumb regarding your investment targets and diversification offers a starting for creating a...

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Retirement Savings Approaches by Decade

Learning how to strategize your investments throughout your adult life can help make the process easier, as well as more...

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