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    Tue, Dec 26, 2023

    How Has the Stock Market Performed During Recessions? You Might Be Surprised

    You might be surprised to learn that there’s no clear pattern of whether stocks go up or down in recessions, even though the headlines tell you otherwise. But there IS one virtual certainty. Read on to discover this surprising insight – and what it means to investors like you.

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    Tue, Dec 19, 2023

    9 Smart Money Habits Multi-Millionaires Do Differently

    Contrary to popular belief, most wealthy people don’t become rich from one brilliant money move. Instead, most multi-millionaires build wealth over time through healthy money habits. Affluent Americans often share these 9 habits – and the good news is that people of almost any income level can apply them to their own financial lives.

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    Tue, Nov 28, 2023

    Planning for a High-Income Retirement? Don’t Get Blindsided by This Surprise Tax

    Capital gains, dividends, rental income, royalties, interest income, and non-qualified annuities – learn more to strategize potential tax hits.

    Tue, Nov 14, 2023

    This Big Exception Is Helping Many High Earners Double Their IRA Contribution

    For those who qualify, this big retirement saving advantage gives investors the chance to double their IRA contributions. Many people don’t even realize they are eligible. Learn how this potential strategy works – even for high earners.

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    Tue, Oct 31, 2023

    5 Strategies for Inherited IRAs

    RMDs, tax strategies, timing withdrawals, and more nuts-and-bolts IRA owners and designated beneficiaries should know.

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    Wed, Oct 25, 2023

    Are You In The Top 3% of Retirees?

    The average American has less than $260,000 for retirement. But this number might not tell the story you think it does.

    6 Sources of Retirement Income

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    6 Sources of Retirement Income

    Many retirement planning guides focus on finances, but we believe a satisfying retirement goes beyond how much money you have saved. It’s also about how you intend to use your savings.