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Five Simple Strategies to Ensure a Happy Retirement
Employer retirement plans are great, but individual responsibility plays a huge role in retirement success. Here's how to empower yourself.
By Romi Savova Published
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25 Financial Moves to Consider Before December 31
Tidying up your financial house before the New Year kicks off will put you in a great position to have a financially satisfying and successful 2025.
By Jonathan I. Shenkman, AIF® Published
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Five Side Hustles You Could Turn Into a Full-Time Business
You might be able to capitalize on your expertise in ways you haven't thought of, possibly even leading to quitting your 9-to-5 job to do what you love.
By Anthony Martin Published
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Which of These Three Types of Soon-to-Be Retirees Are You?
Some folks are concerned. Others are lacking clarity. But what you really want to be is confident. So, how do you stack up?
By Sean P. Lee, MSFS Published
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Will You Have a Retirement Income Gap? How to Fill It
To ensure your expenses in retirement are covered, you need to know what sources of income you'll have and where to turn to make up for any shortfall.
By Brian Teets, IAR, MBA Published
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Who Works to Make Your Insurance Work?
Ensuring a smooth insurance process takes more than just your insurance agent or broker — many talented people are busy behind the scenes.
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS Published
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Roth or Traditional: How to Choose a Retirement Tax Strategy
When picking which type of 401(k) or IRA is right for you, consider whether you want to save a little on your taxes now — or save a lot more on them later.
By Nico Pesci Published
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Buying an Annuity? Avoid These Three Classic Mistakes
Annuities can be a sensible option for retirement, offering steady income in your later years. But these common traps can damage your investment.
By Jason “JB” Beckett Published
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Do You Have the Five Pillars of Retirement Planning in Place?
A solid retirement plan requires planning in these five areas so you're covered on everything from taxes to health care expenses to what happens to your estate when you're gone.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC® Last updated