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25
Apr

5 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint & Invest in Our Planet

Going green, recycling, buying local, and energy-efficient appliances likely come to mind first when you think about reducing your carbon footprint and investing in our planet. However, the way you bank and handle your money can also help the environment. Here are five easy ways to reduce your carbon footprint through your finances.

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18
Apr

How You Can Achieve a Stress-Free Retirement

Contrary to popular belief, retirement doesn’t always mean a stress-free lifestyle. It’s pretty standard for retirees to face stress from new challenges and worries. The good news is there are steps you can take to achieve a stress-free retirement and enjoy a happy and fulfilling life away from the working world. Here are some tips to help you achieve a stress-free retirement as you prepare:

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11
Apr

Tax Changes ‘Self-filers’ Need to Know Before Filing 2021 Taxes

If you are self-filing your 2021 taxes, you may want to double-check. Make sure you don’t miss out on any tax changes. While some deductions will be the same this year, there are other significant changes due to the COVID-19 stimulus plans over the past two years. Here are a few specific tax-related items for the 2021 tax filing season that may impact you

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4
Apr

Five Tips for Organizing Your Home Office

A clean, organized home office is vital to stay focused, make the most of every workday, and separate your work and home life. Whether your home office is a desk in your kitchen or a dedicated room, it can quickly become filled with clutter causing you stress. In honor of Organize Your Home Office Day on March 8th, we’ve compiled this list of tips to organize your home office:

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28
Mar

What is Goal-Based Investing?

Goal-based investing in asset management is somewhat new to wealth management and differs from traditional investing in unique ways.The traditional investing philosophy focuses on portfolio construction to achieve the highest return

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21
Mar

Financial Planning for Families Living With a Disability

Families living with a disability is more common than one expects. Nearly 54 million Americans cope with special needs and the rising cost of associated expenses, according to the National Organization on Disability.

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14
Mar

Five Great Financial Readings to Guide You Through 2022

Many financial readings can provide you with fresh perspectives on personal finance or strategies you’ve never considered before or inspire you to take charge of your financial future.

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7
Mar

Why Managing Mental Health Matters for Retirees

Once you retire, you may not miss the typical stressors of a demanding career. Managing mental health is important leading up to retirement and moving into. Retirement is a time to enjoy hobbies and activities you didn’t have time for during your working life.

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28
Feb

Tax Identity Theft Season (aka Tax Scam Season) is Here

Tax identity theft is when someone uses your Social Security number to steal your tax refund or for work. People often discover tax identity theft when they file their tax returns.

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21
Feb

Four Financial Planning Benefits of Being ‘Coupled’ or Married

Regardless of your age, if you’re in a committed relationship or married, both of you should participate in planning for your financial future and be aware of the benefits that come from being a couple. Here are four financial planning benefits you may receive as a couple:

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