The High Cost of Planning for the End of the World
I love reading and watching dystopian stories about what happens to humanity after a global apocalypse. From Mad Max to Octavia Butler’s Parable of the Sower, and from The Walking …
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9 Ways to Reverse Lifestyle Creep
As time goes on, you may find that you are earning more money than you were previously. Congratulations! That’s a good thing. Unfortunately, new income often means new spending. You …
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5 Questions Retirees Should Ask Before Starting a Small Business
Retirement is a time to kick back, slow down, and do all of the things you didn’t have time to do during your “clock-punching” years. But for an increasing number …
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When Dropping Your Life Insurance Is the Right Decision
Life insurance is a crucial way to protect your family if you should suddenly pass away. The payout from a life insurance policy can help your loved ones continue to …
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6 Things You Need to Do if You’re Retiring in 2018
You’re ready to retire in 2018. A long career is behind you, and you’re finally ready to enjoy your golden years after decades of hard work and saving. But just …
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The Best Age to Buy Long-Term Care Insurance
You might not want to think about how you’d pay for an assisted living facility or nursing home stay when you’re only in your 50s. After all, the days when …
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15 Unexpected Expenses of a New Baby
Can you afford to have a baby? You may have calculated obvious costs such as diapers, clothing, food, and day care, but don’t be too quick to assume that you’ve …
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Don’t Carry a Balance? Here’s Why You Still Need a Credit Card
Anybody can go into debt, quickly. Giving into impulse buys is only a swipe away with plastic in your pocket. It’s easy to lose track of how much you’re spending, …
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How Millennials With Kids May Become the Richest Retirees Yet
Millennials have gotten a bad rap when it comes to financial responsibility. It has been widely reported that the rising generation is behind on financial milestones like home buying, having …
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How Complacency Keeps You From Financial Security
Complacency is not taking action even when you know you should. It tends to be an issue when you’re not sure why a decision matters, or when you’re overwhelmed by …
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