Latest articles by Bradford M. Pine
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Stock Market Volatility, Geopolitics and Midterm Elections – Oh My! Should Investors Be Worried?
Investor Psychology Let's break down some concerns on investors' minds this year and see where that leaves us going forward. The situation may not be as scary as it sounds.
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What's a Trade War? The Arguments For and Against Protectionism
Markets You've heard the term bandied about lately, but do you understand what a trade war with China would really be like? Are we headed that way, or is this more of a bargaining chip for future negotiations? It's worth exploring.
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Flying Blind With Bitcoin: Should You Invest, too?
investing My own kids dabble in bitcoin. If you feel compelled to join the crowd, I have three pieces of advice for you.
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Equifax Data Breach Hit Me: Here's How I Protect Myself Now
Scams A financial professional who once paid Equifax to monitor his own personal information outlines the four-step plan he now uses instead to guard his identity, Social Security number and finances from cybercriminals.
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Don't Make These 3 Pro Athlete Retirement Mistakes
retirement Many players in the NFL and NBA famously run into trouble after retiring from the sports world. We can all learn from their mistakes.
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How to Generate Income in Retirement
retirement Retirees face a tough decision-making process when it comes to their financial assets, and they may have to take more risk than they were expecting.
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Is a Covered Call Strategy Right for Your Stock Portfolio?
investing Covered call writing is not for everyone. But for certain investors it can make sense.
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An Overlooked Way to Pass Down Your Home Without Probate: The Life Estate
retirement If you don't want to set up a trust, a life estate can solve some possibly lengthy and costly problems for your heirs.
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Donald Trump’s Presidency and Your Investment Portfolio
Investor Psychology Whether you’re concerned, elated or just baffled by the new world order, unless you stick to a solid plan, your emotions can steer you into making a mistake that’ll cost you “Big League.”
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The 2 Massive 401(k) Mistakes Business Owners Make, and How to Avoid Them
retirement Offering a 401(k) is a great benefit for your employees, but did you know you could be held personable liable for your company’s plan?
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Social Security: Delay or Hit Go?
retirement For most people, the math says it's better to delay, but you have to consider your unique situation to make the right choice for yourself.
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What Does President-Elect Trump Mean for Your Portfolio?
Markets Look past the post-election volatility and stay the course with a diversified portfolio. Also take advantage of buying opportunities.
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How Much Are You Paying for Investing Fees?
Financial Planning Asset management and mutual fund fees can really eat into your returns. Know how to control them.
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Get More Income By Investing in Preferred Stocks
investing They stand to pay higher dividends and protect you in a rising-rate environment, but can be complex investments.
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Financial (and Emotional) Lessons from Dropping My Daughter Off at College for the First Time
Paying for College Opening a 529 plan early and contributing often helped ease the financial burden of my child's education and let me focus on the difficulty of sending her off.
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Will You Be Able To Retire?
retirement Consider your income needs and income sources when developing your retirement plan.
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Use Your Investments to Get a Much Cheaper Loan
investing With an investment credit line, you may be able to score a substantial loan at a low rate.
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Help Get Your College Grad Out of Your House and Into a Job
college Guiding your children toward good careers can help them (and you) gain financial independence.
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How to Choose the Best Financial Adviser For You
Financial Planning Here are five questions to ask. And don't forget to check what your gut is telling you, too.
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