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Mothers and Money: How Three Generations of Women Approach Financial Planning
Financial planning is a vital aspect of life. Often, the financial lessons and advice passed down from generation to generation shape an individual’s approach to finances. In honor of Mother’s…
7 Things You Can Do to Trim Your 2023 Tax Bill
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Understanding Custodial Relationships Amidst the Silicon Valley Bank Collapse
When working with a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), investors may have heard the term “custodial relationship.” This refers to a partnership between the RIA and a financial institution that acts…
Data Privacy and Your Financial Planner
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Pension Payout Options
When you think of retirement, you probably envision the enjoyable ways you will spend your free time. But, you may also want to give some thought to receiving your funds…
How to Minimize Taxes During Market Downturns
Market downturns, like the one through the first half of 2022, could be a good time to adjust your fund portfolio to minimize the tax bite. Here’s how to calculate…
Don’t Get Rid of Dividend-Paying Stocks Just Yet
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What Should You Do as Markets Flirt with Bears?
The standard definition of a bear market is when major U.S. stock indices, such as the S&P 500, drop by 20% or more from their peak. And 5+ months into…
Managing Bond Risks When Interest Rates Rise
After dropping the benchmark federal funds rate to a rock-bottom range of 0%–0.25% early in the pandemic, the Federal Open Market Committee has begun raising the rate toward more typical…
There’s Still Time to Contribute to an IRA for 2021
Making a last-minute contribution to an IRA may help you reduce your 2021 tax bill. If you qualify, your traditional IRA contribution may be tax deductible. And if you had…