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Purchasing A Home Using Your Roth IRA So you are thinking of buying a new house.. Congratulations! Now that you’ve decided to take this step, you have to ask yourself how you will pay for [...]

 Fighting the Holiday Spending Blues The holidays are officially over and we are back to reality now. It is said that January 21st is one of the most depressing days of the year1. Why?? Because [...]

Finding The Courage To Retire If you are coming to the crossroads in your life between working full time and retirement, then you are already well aware of how intimidating it can be and that [...]

The Rule Of Thumb For Retirement Income Ah, Retirement. Such a big milestone that all of us look forward to reaching one day. When most people think about their future retirement, it probably [...]

How To Be Financially Responsible With A Credit Card Some people are very good with finances, budgeting and all of that good stuff. A number of people, however, often struggle to keep track of [...]

How To Avoid Internet and Telemarketing Fraud or Scams The FBI began battling fraud in 1908, mostly for bankruptcy or accounting frauds.  One case we came across called “The Lady with the [...]

Let Financial Independence Ring! This year we celebrated the 242nd anniversary of America’s independence from England with fireworks, BBQs, swimming, parades, flags and other ceremonies.  [...]

Why We Avoid Estate Planning There are many reasons intelligent, educated people avoid estate planning.  According to a new Caring.com survey, only 42 percent of U.S. adults currently have estate [...]

Don’t have enough assets for an estate plan? Think Again! The cost of NOT having an estate plan may outweigh the costs of making an estate plan.  Without a plan your estate will go thru the [...]

Maximize 401(k) Contributions Their are many ways you can maximize 401(k) contributions.  A 401(k) Retirement plan is a great way to invest tax- free dollars.  Their are limitations on when you [...]