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Using Tax-Loss Harvesting to Minimize Capital Gains Taxes
Using Tax-Loss Harvesting to Minimize Capital Gains Taxes
Sheena Hanson, 9 Nov 2023
So far, in 2023, investors are enduring a bit of a roller coaster ride, with stocks producing gains through mid-year and sliding into losses toward yearend. While stock market downturns are inevitable, there’s no way […]
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10 Benefits of Dollar Cost Averaging
10 Benefits of Dollar Cost Averaging
Sheena Hanson, 19 Oct 2023
Concerns about volatility and competing demands for your money can make investing challenging. Dollar cost averaging (DCA) is an investment strategy where you invest a fixed amount of money at regular intervals, regardless of the […]
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Your Final Gift: A Checklist for End-of-Life Planning
Your Final Gift: A Checklist for End-of-Life Planning
Sheena Hanson, 5 Oct 2023
Peace of mind is a final gift you can give your loved ones—affording them the knowledge of your end-of-life wishes. Creating a plan for your loved ones when you die is an essential part of […]
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5 Tips for Choosing the Right Health Insurance Plan During Open Enrollment (Medicare)
5 Tips for Choosing the Right Health Insurance Plan During Open Enrollment (Medicare)
Sheena Hanson, 13 Sep 2023
The complex Medicare landscape makes enrollment a daunting process. There are so many options to consider, each with its own medical and financial implications. Whether you’re new, or reassessing a current plan, the Open Enrollment […]
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Case Studies: Real-Life, Pre-Retirement Debt Payoff Success
Case Studies: Real-Life, Pre-Retirement Debt Payoff Success
Sheena Hanson, 1 Sep 2023
Managing debt as we near retirement is a great way to free up cash flow and offer peace of mind. It’s a relief to know your investments and assets have increased financial security as you […]
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The Key to a Fulfilling Retirement: It’s All About Connection
The Key to a Fulfilling Retirement: It’s All About Connection
Sheena Hanson, 14 Aug 2023
In 1938, an ambitious project began at Harvard University. Researchers aimed to answer a straightforward yet elusive question: What truly brings happiness in life? Their study spanned an impressive 85 years, collecting insights from 724 […]
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