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Personal finance
Year-end financial checklist: 9 personal finance tips for 2022
There are many financial items to consider as your calendar flips to the new year. Read on for 9 things to do to get the new year off to a solid start.
Retirement, Personal finance
Social Security: Answers to two basic questions
People near to retirement usually have two questions about Social Security: “Will it be there for me?” and “When should I start taking it?” Get the answers.
Retirement
What you should know about the replacement ratio
The replacement ratio is a simple calculation allows you to quickly estimate the percentage of your working income you’ll need once you retire. Learn more.
End of life planning, Personal finance
The basics of wills: Ensuring your wishes are carried out
When you pass away, you leave many material things behind. Learn the basics of a last will and testament, the legal document to communicate your wishes for who receives your property.
Personal finance
How to pay your bills when you can’t work
Out of work due to a disability? These tips may help ease the financial pain. Even if you’re healthy, take these steps now – in case you need help later.
Wealth management, End of life planning
The basics of health care directives and health care powers of attorney
Unexpected health issues and accidents can happen at any time. While we don’t like thinking about bad things, avoiding the topic can make it even harder to process later.
Health and aging, Life events and milestones
Tips to take care of yourself holistically
To achieve optimal health and wellness, everything must be tended to. Read on for physical, mental and financial tips to help relieve stress.
Life events and milestones, Personal finance
Tips for having productive family conversations about finances
Talking about finances can be uncomfortable — even with people who are close to us. But avoiding it can strain those relationships. See tips for navigating these conversations.
Insurance and protection, Personal finance
Mind the GAP: When to consider guaranteed asset protection for your loan
Guaranteed asset protection (GAP) coverage protects the investment you made in your car. Read about GAP and who should consider it.
Personal finance
Year-end financial checklist: 9 personal finance tips for 2022
There are many financial items to consider as your calendar flips to the new year. Read on for 9 things to do to get the new year off to a solid start.
Retirement, Personal finance
Social Security: Answers to two basic questions
People near to retirement usually have two questions about Social Security: “Will it be there for me?” and “When should I start taking it?” Get the answers.
Retirement
What you should know about the replacement ratio
The replacement ratio is a simple calculation allows you to quickly estimate the percentage of your working income you’ll need once you retire. Learn more.
End of life planning, Personal finance
The basics of wills: Ensuring your wishes are carried out
When you pass away, you leave many material things behind. Learn the basics of a last will and testament, the legal document to communicate your wishes for who receives your property.
Personal finance
How to pay your bills when you can’t work
Out of work due to a disability? These tips may help ease the financial pain. Even if you’re healthy, take these steps now – in case you need help later.
Wealth management, End of life planning
The basics of health care directives and health care powers of attorney
Unexpected health issues and accidents can happen at any time. While we don’t like thinking about bad things, avoiding the topic can make it even harder to process later.
Health and aging, Life events and milestones
Tips to take care of yourself holistically
To achieve optimal health and wellness, everything must be tended to. Read on for physical, mental and financial tips to help relieve stress.
Life events and milestones, Personal finance
Tips for having productive family conversations about finances
Talking about finances can be uncomfortable — even with people who are close to us. But avoiding it can strain those relationships. See tips for navigating these conversations.
Insurance and protection, Personal finance
Mind the GAP: When to consider guaranteed asset protection for your loan
Guaranteed asset protection (GAP) coverage protects the investment you made in your car. Read about GAP and who should consider it.
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