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Michael Brahmer | Nov 16, 2022

Unwrap a Holiday with Less Financial Stress

Savings
Lifestyle
With a few small changes to your holiday spending habits, you may cut back on end-of-year financial stress.
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Michael Brahmer | Nov 9, 2022

Retiring Abroad

Retirement
Lifestyle
Spending your retirement years in a new country can be exciting, so long as you're prepared.
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Michael Brahmer | Nov 2, 2022

Personal Finance Mistakes to Avoid

Finance
Savings
Are you making one of these common financial mistakes? Here are some steps to consider.
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Michael Brahmer | Oct 26, 2022

The 2023 Cost-of-Living Adjustment

Retirement
Social Security and SSI benefits are increasing in 2023. Here’s what you need to know.
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Michael Brahmer | Oct 19, 2022

Retirement Plan FAQs

Retirement
Investments
Not sure where to start with retirement plans? Here are some common questions.
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Michael Brahmer | Oct 12, 2022

4 Tips for Minimizing Financial Anxiety

Finance
Lifestyle
Here are some things to consider if your financial anxiety is keeping you up at night.
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Michael Brahmer | Oct 5, 2022

Asset Allocation and Risk Allocation

Investments
While not guaranteed, a well-balanced portfolio may be better at handling market risk.
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Michael Brahmer | Sep 28, 2022

Financial Planning in Your 30s: 3 Goal Ideas for 30-Somethings

Savings
Your thirties are a great time to start working on some larger financial goals. Here are some ideas.
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Michael Brahmer | Sep 21, 2022

Financial Planning Basics: Creating and Maintaining a Budget

Savings
Finance
Planning a budget is usually the easy part, but sticking to it may take some work. Here are some tips to get started.
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Michael Brahmer | Sep 14, 2022

What to Do With with a Sudden Windfall

Finance
It’s not uncommon for someone to receive a large inheritance or another windfall, only to see it blown away. Here are some tips to avoid the same fate.
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Michael Brahmer | Sep 7, 2022

Is Confirmation Bias Affecting Your Investment Strategy?

Investments
Your preconceived notions may be impacting your decision-making process. Thankfully, it’s possible to overcome them.
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Michael Brahmer | Aug 31, 2022

Family Business vs. Family Boundaries: Drawing the Line

Family
Finance
Mixing family and business can be tough. Is it possible to create healthy boundaries?
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