Financial Planning Articles

1). $2T Lost in Retirement:, Seniors Eye Reverse Mortgages By : Michael Branson
For some, the shock of seeing their lives suddenly altered regardless of their careful planning is devastating, but there is hope for many senior retirees.
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2). 3 Simple Ways Of Getting A Credit Card After Bankruptcy By : Darnell Scott
Bankruptcy administers a devastating blow to your credit card. A bankruptcy may remain on your credit report for up to 10 years. But these effects do not remain long lasting; it starts to diminish on your credit report as soon as your case is closed.
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3). 4 Simple Steps to Get Out of Debt - And Stay Out By : Elizabeth Potts Weinstein
Learn How to Get Out of Debt and Stay Out in 4 Simple Steps - Planning for the Big Bills, Thinking Out of the Box, Planning for the Big Stuff, and Plugging the Holes.
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4). 401(k) Distribution Dilemmas By : Robert Valentine
How you will take your 401(k) distributions when you retire can be an important consideration in executing your post-retirement plan.
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5). 401(K) Investing For Your Retirement By : Linda Moore
The aging of the population and the potential failing of social security has brought the subject of saving for retirement to the forefront for many people. There are many avenues available to acquire the nest egg that we will need to survive on during our golden years. IRA’s, mutual funds, annuities and 401(k)’s are just some of the options to research as we prepare for our future.
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6). 401(k) Retirement Plan - What Is A 401(k) Retirement Plan By : Pius Victor Ephenus
The 401(k) retirement plan is funded by employee contribution and a matching employer contribution. The major feature of the plan is that the contributions are taken from pre-taxed salary. The fund accumulates tax-free until it is withdrawn.
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7). 5 Proven Mortgage Refinance Tips For Lower Fees And Costs By : Juhani Tontti
Mortgage refinance tips does not only mean, that you find lower interest rates, but it also includes some important costs, which you have to consider during the refinance process.
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8). 9 Steps to a Finding The Best Mortgage for You - Finding The Best Mortgage For You By : Chris Navi
One of the most important steps in buying a home is determining what kind of mortgage is right for you. After all, a mortgage is a financial commitment that will last for many years. Make sure you select a mortgage that matches your risk tolerance and financial situation.
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9). 9 Steps to a Finding The Best Mortgage For You - Finding Your Price Range By : Chris Navi
Before you start looking for your new home, you need to know what your price range is. But how do you determine what you can afford?
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10). A College Planning Quandary By : Robert Valentine
Withdrawing savings from an IRA is one option to pay for college tuition. But is it a good idea?
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11). A Few Facts About Debt Consolidation Mortgage Loan By : Apurva Shree
Debt consolidation mortgage loan is one of the options available to those who have mounting debts and are seeking a viable solution.
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12). A Few Tips For Getting Rid Of Debt By : James Hunaban
There are many different things that anyone could do to try and get rid of some of their debt problems and different plans work for different individuals.
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13). A Fresh Start for Family Finances By : M. D. Robinson
While 40% to 50% of us make New Years resolutions on January 1st. A ritual that has existed since ancient times approximately 60% to 80% of us have already broken them by the end of February, according to researchers.
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14). A Great Benefit Of Financial Planning By : Wolfgang Jaegel
Perhaps the first thing that comes into your mind when you think of your retirement life would be a comfortable stroll around a well-manicured lawn with your spouse or playing or enjoying your post-retirement life with your grand children and other dear ones. But this would remain just a dream if you do not plan your budget and finance effectively right from the beginning of your life.
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15). A Guide to UK Pension Schemes By : Derek Both
Pensions are plans that offer steady income to a person after they have retired. Pensions are essentially a deferred compensation that offers tax advantages to the employer and employee. Pensions can be in the form of an annuity, or a cash balance that is drawn from after retirement. In the United Kingdom, pensions come in many forms.
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16). A Guide To Understanding Whole Life Insurance By : Terry Parker
This article explains the details of Whole Life Insurance.
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17). A House Divided: Preserving Your Estate from Nursing Home Cost By : Jeffrey Voudrie
One of the biggest issues seniors face as they get older is how to preserve an inheritance for their children. Their biggest fear is spending all of that money on assisted living and/or nursing home care. As each family situation is different, so is each solution. Perhaps you can learn something from the experience of one of my clients.
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18). A Look At Debt Relief By : James Hunaban
Increasing numbers of Westerners are becoming trapped in a cycle of debt, often ignoring the situation until it is almost too late; admitting there is a problem is a good start as it will allow the person to seek help and regain control of their finances.
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19). A New "Booming" Market Opportunity By : Glenda Logan-Glover
Baby Boomers are redefining legacy building and are emphasizing the passing on of values and life lessons. A new market has emerged around this trend called the "Send It Forward" market and enables Boomers to send their legacy forward across the generations.
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20). A New Mindset For Income Distribution By : Robert Valentine
A distribution plan focuses less on accumulating wealth and more on making it last through retirement.
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21). Advantages of Charitable Trusts to Businesses By : Kip Goldhammer
Businesses can gain immensely from charitable trusts, though these trusts are nonprofit organizations that are set up for the benefit of some other party.
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22). Affordable Student Loans Need a Deferment Period By : Ed Lathrop
What is a student loan deferment, how does it effect the cost of the loan and how can the payment be calculated when the loan includes one. These topics are explained in this article.
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23). All About Thrift Savings Accounts Part Two By : Terry Parker
This article talks about Thrift Savings Plans and other types of investments.
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24). All About Thrift Savings Plans Part One By : Terry Parker
Article describes what a thrift savings plan is and how they are setup.
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25). American Version Of Debt Management By : Obinna Heche
The American version of debt management seems to be buy now, pay later, or worry about it later. Instant gratification has replaced save for a rainy day as the watch-word for Americans regarding their money.
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