There’s 5 phases to changing unhealthy behaviors. Here’s how to do it. #goalsetting #habits
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Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
The truth is a little more complicated with these personal finance idioms.
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The Latte Lie and Other Myths
The largest underground lake in the U.S. is the Lost Sea in Sweetwater, Tennessee
Autumn used to be called “harvest”
Until about 1500, autumn was just called “harvest.” The full moon closest to the autumn equinox is known as a harvest moon. Before cities electrified, the bright night of the harvest moon was essential for farmers harvesting their late-year crops.
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A retiree’s #portfolio should reflect the lifestyle choices he or she makes in #retirement. Does yours?
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Does Your Portfolio Fit Your Retirement Lifestyle?
Secrets of the Temple: How the Federal Reserve works. #FederalReserve
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How the Federal Reserve Works
You are unique. Your goals and needs should be the basis of any financial strategy you follow. #WholeLifeInsurance
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A Look at Whole Life Insurance
The largest pumpkin pie ever baked was in 2005 and weighed 2,020 pounds!
What does it actually cost to raise a child? You might be surprised.
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The Half Million Dollar Baby
Once in a blue moon! October has two full moons, which makes this the year of 13 full moons. Normally, there are 12 full moons in a year — one each month — but October will have one on October 1 and another on October 31, aka Halloween! Two full moons in the same month is known as a blue moon. But don't expect the moon to be blue, because it won't be.
When the rules of the game change, tactics should follow in response to the new landscape.
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Revising Estate Strategy Assumptions
Today’s #retirement is more active than ever.
Does the 4% rule still work? The answer lies in your goals, time horizon and risk tolerance.
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Retiring the 4% Rule
As complex as the details of taxes can be, the income tax process is fairly straightforward.
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How Income Taxes Work
You've allocated your assets; you just may not realize it yet. #AssetAllocation
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Asset Allocation
Life expectancy for an apple tree is about 100 years
Updated your estate strategy for a second marriage? You may not be caring for dependents from your previous one.
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Yours, Mine and Ours: Estate Strategies for Second Marriages
How do you find care for your special-needs child?
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Tips for Finding Care for Your Disabled Child
Are your passwords easy to crack or difficult to decipher? Test your knowledge.
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Password Protection Strategies
A home is the single largest financial commitment for most people. What mortgage fits you best?
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Choosing a Mortgage
Are you ready for school—again?
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Estimating the Cost of College
Buying a home may be your largest financial commitment. Which loan is best for your situation?
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Fixed or Variable Mortgage, Which Should You Pick?
What charitable organizations do you support? Have you considered strategies other than writing checks?
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Trends in Charitable Giving
The tax rules that govern donating art are complex and confusing. #taxes #art
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Donating Art: Taxation Abstraction
Do you really understand how your homeowners insurance works? #homeownersinsurance #insurance
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Understanding Homeowner’s Insurance
