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Here's the checklist business owners should use when planning to reopen
After nearly two months of disruption, businesses around the US are impatient to resume operations. In one survey, half of small businesses said they were actively working on a local re-opening plan. In a separate question, half also said they could re-open in less than a month after restrictions end. In order to reope
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Sandwich generation: How do you decide whose needs come first?
Squashed, spread too thin, nothing left. This is not how you want your lunch described, but for those who are part of the “sandwich generation,” these descriptions are all too accurate.
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A home equity loan could help you get the money you need for a renovation or emergency — here's how they work
Home equity loans allow homeowners to borrow against the value of their home. Many lenders will allow homeowners to borrow up to 80% of their home's current value. While home equity loans are often used to pay for home renovations, the money can be used in whatever way the borrower chooses. Sign up to get Personal Fina
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A new report says you need to make $114,000 to buy a house. Here's how to buy if you earn less than that.
People with sub-six-figure salaries become homeowners all the time. Here's how.
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Biden still has a rosy view on the economy despite a bad November jobs report. Here's 3 reasons why he may be right to be optimistic.
Biden touted a sharp drop in the jobless rate and argued the economy is on the right track. There's a problem, though: the economy added about half
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Get 'smart' about credit cards
The third Thursday of every October is Get Smart About Credit Day – a day to help promote the understanding of how credit works and how to build good
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Four Ways the SECURE Act Impacts Your Retirement Planning Now
Retirement and wealth planning have become more dynamic in recent years as Congress amends the rules on a regular basis. In the past couple of years, two significant tax code changes, each with major impacts on families strategic financial planning, were signed into law. The most recent change, the SECURE Act, was pass
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5 Mortgage Truths That Can Save You From a Lifetime of Regret
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or just trying to avoid another costly mistake, understanding the full picture behind mortgage lending could save you thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars over time.
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Five Signs It's Time to Retire in 2025
Are you on the fence about retiring this year? Consider these signs to determine whether or not you're ready
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How the Coronavirus Crisis Might Affect Your 401(k) Benefits
The next time a global pandemic rolls around, at least we'll know what to expect. The effort to contain COVID-19 in the U. S. has changed how we work, shop, exercise, and socialize. Even our long-term savings habits might be disrupted as employers look to optimize 401(k) benefits to conserve their own cash. According t