Vid Ponnapalli, CFP™, MS, EA
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All You Need to Know About Saving for Emergencies
Budgeting Building an emergency fund may be your most important financial goal. Understand why you need it, how much you should save and where to invest the savings.
By Vid Ponnapalli, CFP™, MS, EA Published
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What to Consider Before You Get a Loan
credit & debt Cost isn't the only issue when it comes to taking on debt. You must pay attention to these three equally important factors.
By Vid Ponnapalli, CFP™, MS, EA Published
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How to Tap Your Retirement Savings Penalty-Free
retirement Saving for retirement does not lock up your money; in some cases, you can withdraw it early and avoid a 10% charge.
By Vid Ponnapalli, CFP™, MS, EA Published
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What to Do When You Have Employer Stock in Your Retirement Plan
Employee Benefits Highly appreciated company stock in your retirement account opens the door for a financial planning strategy that could potentially save you thousands of dollars.
By Vid Ponnapalli, CFP™, MS, EA Published
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3 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Home
real estate Buying a home can be emotional, but you have to focus on making a financially wise decision and do your due diligence.
By Vid Ponnapalli, CFP™, MS, EA Published
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3 Most Dangerous Myths of Retirement Planning
Financial Planning Rules of thumb may be a good place to start, but they shouldn't dictate all your retirement plans.
By Vid Ponnapalli, CFP™, MS, EA Published
Financial Planning