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Second Marriage Financial Checklist: 7 Planning Items To Consider
Before my wife and I got married we had the “money talk”. Since we were relatively young, and neither of us had that much money, the talk was pretty short.
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It's Time For Small Businesses To Prioritize Cybersecurity
Wifi concept with hand pressing a button Small businesses are the lifeblood of our nation’s economy, making up nearly 44 % of our national GDP. With such a significant percentage of our economic output relying on them, it is more pivotal than ever that these small businesses shore up their defenses to ensure they are p
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3 Tips for Investing in Your 50s
The years in your 50s are pivotal ages on the road to retirement. At this stage of life, you may be making plans for how you'll spend your senior years and when you'll close out your career. You might also be grappling with college tuition payments for your children or other expenses that eat up a lot of your income. T
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4 Things to Know: An Expert’s Guide to Preparing for Homeownership
These days, it’s hard to keep up on interest rate news. That often means it can be tough to tell how a fluctuating market could play into your bigger plans, like buying a home.
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4 things that might explain the labor shortage hitting the reopening American economy
9.7 million people are actively seeking work, but businesses are reporting major labor shortages. The New York Times reported on four reasons that might account for that disconnect. These include jobless benefits disincentivizing people to work and pandemic health concerns. See more stories on Insider's business page.
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3 Ways to Save on Insurance in 2024
Paying for insurance can be expensive -- especially in today's environment. In fact, the cost of a homeowners policy has
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Don't Get Taxed by Surprise: Year-Round Tax Planning Tips
By Brad Wright, CFP ‘Tis the season…for taxes. Actually, you should be thinking about taxes year-round. Yes, good times indeed, but when it comes to
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Want To Reopen Your Company? Read This First
As businesses around the country once again open their doors, many leaders, employees, customers, and communities are asking themselves the same question: How can we reopen safely and successfully? First, it should go without saying: Businesses should only reopen if they can enact safety measures such as socially-dista
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The Impact of Private Equity on the Franchise Industry
The capital infusion private equity brings to the franchise industry is an exciting way to grow for many brands, so long as they’re willing to open themselves up to outside influence. The relationship between franchising and private equity is a complex one that only continues to pick up steam in our industry. As more a
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COVID-19 Has Proved That All Businesses Need a Backup Plan. Here's How to Put Yours in Place
It's estimated that more than 100,000 small businesses have permanently closed their doors in the wake of COVID-19, and many more have no doubt come close. Thankfully, there's been some relief for small businesses during the ongoing crisis and recession. Paycheck Protection Program loans, for example, have been instrum