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Don't Step Into These Saving Traps
Investor Psychology Some behavioral biases seem tailor-made to foil retirement savers. But their ill effects are smaller for those who are aware of them.
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How Should Couples Merge Their Finances While Still Maintaining Financial Independence?
spending Share your best advice with fellow readers.
By the editors of Kiplinger's Personal Finance Published
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The Psychology of a Market Bubble
Investor Psychology The best defense against a bubble is a well-diversified portfolio. That helps ensure that losses in one sector or asset class won’t sink you overall.
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What’s the Best Piece of Financial Advice You’ve Ever Received?
Financial Planning And where did you get it?
By the editors of Kiplinger's Personal Finance Published
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To Save More, Focus on the Future
Investor Psychology When imagining your financial life, clarity counts. A vague desire for peace of mind might become “I want to have at least $1 million.”
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What Kind of Investor Are You?
Investor Psychology When it comes to managing our portfolios, we tend to fall into one of four behavioral types.
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Investors, How Much Risk Can You Stand?
investing If you are taking on more risk than you can emotionally tolerate, you’ll hit the panic button and sell at the worst possible time.
By Anne Kates Smith Published
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To Be Happier, Favor Experiences Over Things
spending While the stuff we own grows old and obsolete, memories of things we did are often burnished with time.
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The Power of Peer Pressure
Investor Psychology Comparing yourself with others may provide a helpful nudge when it comes to saving for retirement or staying healthy.
By Anne Kates Smith Published
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