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4 options to pay for long-term care and nursing home costs
The price tags can be high, but a little planning and support can help you prepare for the costs of long-term care.
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Should I pay off my mortgage with my retirement savings? 4 things to consider
If you’re contemplating paying off your mortgage with your 401(k), these four key considerations may help you make a choice that fits short- and long-term goals.
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Whether through the snowball method or another strategy, we can help you take control, get ahead of payments, and get closer to living debt free.
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A 5-step yearly financial checkup to help you retire
A yearly retirement account review helps keep everything from your address to balances and beneficiaries in order.
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See your household financial snapshot in 3 easy steps.
What if you could build something more with your investments? What would that look like? First, you need to know where you stand with your finances.
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Getting married later in life? 3 money conversations to have with your partner
Getting married when you’re older—when you may have an established career, more assets, and possibly kids—requires different financial considerations. Here are a few to discuss together.
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3 steps to get started when you're ready to invest your money
You’re already an “investor” if you contribute to your 401(k). But if you’re ready to venture beyond saving/investing in a retirement plan, here are three steps to get started.
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Marriage and money: 6 conversations that can help
How do you talk about finances with your spouse or partner? These six prompts for financial conversations for couples can help.
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Emergency fund basics: How to save smart for the unexpected
An emergency fund can save the day, for everything from a leaky pipe to medicine for a pet. But how do you start one and pay for everything else? We’ve got ideas.
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5 lifelong financial habits anyone can do
Start young, or start at any age, with this handful of to-dos that help build your financial security no matter how old you are.