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Records Are Made to Be Broken

We’ve all heard it said: “Records are made to be broken.” We celebrate record-breaking winning streaks from our favorite teams. Conversely, we hope to avoid a long string of losses. The bull market that began in 2009 is not the … Continue reading

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Is Your Financial Advisor Working For You?

It may be a shock the answer to this question is in many, many cases, NO. Let me explain. There is currently much controversy in the government right now over what’s called the “Fiduciary Standard.” The word “fiduciary” comes from the Latin … Continue reading

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7 Habits of Highly Effective Retirees

We all know how important habits are, and they can be constructive and positive or destructive and negative.  It has been said the difference between dreaming and doing is a result of habits formed to achieve the destination you want. … Continue reading

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What’s your 401 (k) IQ?

Five Questions to Ponder Since the advent of the 401 (k) many decades ago, our economy and society have been moving toward self reliance in retirement.  We are more on our own than ever before.  Last week we wrote that … Continue reading

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