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A 403(b) plan or tax-sheltered annuity (TSA) is a retirement account for public schools, colleges, and universities as well as for churches and non-profit organizations. While the account works similarly to other retirement plans like a 401k, there are some differences.

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No matter how well things are going, disaster can always strike. The best way to turn a disaster into an inconvenience is to have a solid emergency fund. A large setback can have significant consequences for your financial stability and security.

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You’ve reached many milestones in your life so far, but retirement brings new challenges and opportunities. There are many goals that you may be looking forward to already or maybe you’re going back to the drawing board.

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Retirement doesn’t mean you’ll no longer need or want to bring in any additional income. This is far from the truth for many people who’ve found ways to generate additional income after reaching retirement.

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Just because you’re retired, doesn't mean you can’t still have a little side hustle or create new goals. Passive income is a great way to generate a little extra income without feeling like you’re “coming out of retirement” so to speak.

This post was originally published during the COVID-19 pandemic and was last updated on June 21, 2023, to reflect all updated information and best serve your needs.

Recent outbreaks of the coronavirus (a.k.a., COVID-19) outside of China raised concerns about health and safety. These increased concerns have sent stocks quickly lower over the last few trading days.

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The Solo 401(k) is one of the most powerful retirement savings options for self-employed individuals. If you’re trying to save on taxes, save for your future, and run a business, the Solo 401(k) might be right for you.

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A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is like a charitable-giving savings account, helping you maximize your tax benefits while making a bigger impact on your favorite charitable causes.

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Money touches everything in our lives, but it doesn’t need to be the focal point of everything we do. Scrutinizing your money habits is a good thing, but you don’t want to constantly worry about each tiny detail of your spending. A full understanding of your money is good, so you don’t get carried away either – just don’t go overboard.

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In its simplest terms, an investment policy statement (IPS) is a list of rules drawn up between you and your financial planner to set clear and concrete goals for each other. It also works as a game plan for the financial planner so that they can employ their expertise in the best way they see fit to meet your goals in a timely and efficient manner.