When it comes to saving and investing as a business owner, there are other paths you could consider for the long run without so much emphasis on the short term.
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Organizing your financial life can seem daunting at first, so here are 6 ideas to help you get started.
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If you're considering giving back to society or a cause as part of your financial planning, there are many ways you can do so.
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A call to action for Generation X to improve their retirement readiness. Despite being in their prime earning years, a significant number of Generation X are facing a retirement savings crisis.
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By embracing true collaboration, companies can unlock their full potential and work towards greater results than ever before.
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Being a small business owner can be rewarding but also may bring a lot of stress. You may be experiencing the pressures of trying to grow your company while providing a solid future for your employees.
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If recent market volatility has you questioning your opportunities for financial freedom, you are not alone. Due to rising inflation, higher interest rates, a volatile stock market, and recession fears, many investors find themselves wondering how to proceed.
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For members of the "Sandwich Generation"—those currently in their 40s and 50s who are caring for children and their parents who are over 65-years old—estate planning may seem like a low priority.
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Did you know that only about one-third of adults have a prepared will, and about 40% with investable assets of $1 million or more never discuss their estate plans with their children?
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Many things in life are especially valuable, such as your time, your health, your home, and even your life. Insurance can protect your assets, both tangible and intangible.
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You have worked hard for years and accumulated wealth. You earned this money through your job, investing, and saving, and you want to preserve it for yourself and to take care of the family you love.
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Over the past several years, the housing market has been on a relentless upward trajectory, with home prices reaching record levels and demand outpacing supply. However, recent trends suggest that the market is starting to cool down, with more balanced conditions emerging between buyers and sellers.
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Estate planning helps disperse your assets according to your wishes. The effort may seem daunting at first, but estate planning does not have to be overly complicated. With the proper planning, you may find yourself resting a little easier knowing you have an estate plan in place. While an estate plan is personalized to the wants and needs of each person, here are a few tips to help anyone get started.
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More often than not, retirees have retirement concerns that focus on their goals and whether or not they have the finances to work towards those goals. Since finances and other important matters tend to occupy the mind during retirement years, this may mean you find yourself forgetting about self-care, such as incorporating exercise into your daily routine.
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When you contribute to a 529 plan, you'll not only help your child, grandchild, or other loved one pay for school, but you'll also remove money from your taxable estate. This will help you minimize your tax liability and preserve more of your estate for your loved ones after you die.
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529 plans can be powerful college savings tools, but you need to understand how your plan works before you can take full advantage of it. Among other things, this means becoming familiar with the finer points of contributions and withdrawals.
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What is business life insurance? Life insurance is an important part of a business. It may be used as a funding mechanism for your buy-sell agreement and as business interruption insurance to pay the business for interruptions caused by the death of key employees.
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Business succession planning — what is it? One of the important decisions a business owner must face is when and how to step out of the business — in other words, business succession planning. Do you expect to retire from your business? Do you have a plan in place? What would happen to your business if you were to die today?
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Defined contribution plans, such as 401(k) plans, are the most popular employer-sponsored retirement plan in the United States. According to recent statistics provided by the Investment Company Institute, there are about 600,000 401(k) plans in the U.S., covering approximately 60 million active participants and millions of former employees and retirees.
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As you age, the question of when to collect Social Security (SS) retirement benefits will likely come to mind. There is no one size fits all age; your unique circumstances and goals will dictate the appropriate time for you to take Social Security retirement benefits.
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