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Financial Mapping: A Retirement Plan Is Like a Navigation System for Your Money and Time

Financial mapping, creating a roadmap for your money can help you with better financial habits, decisions and outcomes. It’s GPS for your finances.

May 12, 2022
Retirement Savings and Investments

9 Tips to Help Your Grandchildren Financially and Otherwise (I Bonds Are a Hot Topic)

You may want to help your children or grandchildren financially. If you have the money, here are 9 tips for passing it on. Learn more…

May 12, 2022
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An Encore Career? 5 Tips for a Second Career In Retirement

Second careers may be the key to a successful retirement. Get tips on the best careers and how to make money, find meaning and have fun.

May 11, 2022
Planning

Planning Retirement in an Uncertain Economy: How Much Should You Adjust Your Plans?

It is a worrisome time to be planning retirement. Explore 9 ways to adjust your plans for an uncertain economy.

May 5, 2022
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18 Big Financial Planning Misconceptions

There is a lot of confusion about financial planning. Here are 18 of the biggest misconceptions.

May 5, 2022
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What Does Fiduciary Mean?

Want an advisor who works for your best interests? Find someone who acts as a fiduciary. Find out what that means and why its important.

May 5, 2022
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14 Important Reverse Mortgage Facts

Do you know your reverse mortgage facts? More and more people are becoming aware of reverse mortgage as an option for tapping their home’s equity. Maybe you heard about the loan on a personal finance blog or from Tom Selleck on late-night TV. However, what is really true? With all of the buzz about retirement…

May 3, 2022
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Reverse Mortgage Checklist: Big Questions to Ask if You Are Considering this Loan

Your house is your: Home. Heart. Hopes. Wealth. Future. The decision to get a reverse mortgage is a big one. Use this checklist to make the right choice…

April 25, 2022
Retirement Planning

Podcast: Jeff Rose — Good Financial Cents

Steve and Jeff discuss why financial control & independence is important and how to plan, save & invest your way there

April 21, 2022
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16 Retirement Numbers You Need to Know for a Secure Future

How to make sense of retirement planning? Here is your guide to the 16 retirement numbers that are most important for a secure future.

April 20, 2022
I Bond Pros and Cons Retirement Savings and Investments

I Bond Pros and Cons: Why They’re Such a Sweet Treat Right Now

I scream. You scream. We all scream for… I Bonds. Learn why there is so much excitement for I Bonds and explore the pros and cons of this investment.

April 14, 2022
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Is a Retirement Bucket Strategy Right for You and Your Money? (And, How to Calculate)

Is a retirement bucket strategy right for you? Learn how to calculate your buckets and model them in your financial plan.

April 13, 2022
Planning

Quarterly Financial Review: 9 Updates to Make to Your Plan Now (April 2022)

Want to stay on track to a secure future? Do a quarterly financial review. This article explains what to update, provides recent economic benchmarks and shows you what articles have been useful to people this quarter. Plus all the latest NewRetirement functionality.

April 5, 2022
Planning

What’s New? Recent Enhancements to the NewRetirement Planner

From being able to model a change to your future rates of return to new classes, check out the exciting enhancements we have added this quarter.

April 3, 2022
Planning

How to Improve Your Financial Well-Being, Even in Times of Uncertainty

Uncertainty. Fear. Confusion. Your worries might seem unmanageable, but there’s a lot you can do to improve financial well being right now. Get started!

March 10, 2022
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The Best (and Worst) Sources of Emergency Money

If you find yourself needing emergency money or income, here is a guide to 11 different sources of funding. Explore the pros and cons.

March 10, 2022
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The Surprising Benefits (Freedom and Optimism) of Residential Mobility (Moving)

Residential mobility may have surprising emotional benefits. However, most people want to stay put. Explore pros and cons of relocating.

March 3, 2022
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Full Retirement Age: Is it the Best Time to Start Social Security Benefits?

Your benefits are determined by your Full Retirement Age (FRA), your benefit amount and FRA and the age when you decide to start benefits.

March 1, 2022
Retirement Planning

Podcast: Cullen Roche — Inflation Risks & Investing for Retirement

Steve and Cullen, founder of Orcam Financial Group and Discipline Funds, discuss inflations risk and investing for retirement

February 24, 2022
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Average Retirement Income 2022: How Do You Compare?

Average retirement income 2022 – find out how your income compares to averages and get tips for boosting your income. Read now!

February 24, 2022
Family and Relationships

What Happens When You Inherit Money? 7 Ways to Prepare

Inheritance is only one aspect of what can be a very emotional time period. It can be useful to know what happens when you inherit money or assets. Below are 7 ways to prepare. 1. Don’t Expect It The old adage, “don’t count your chickens before they hatch,” rings true when it comes to inheritances.…

February 17, 2022
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Can an Investment Policy Statement Make You 5 Times Wealthier?

Find out why an investment policy statement will keep your financial goals on target and how to get one set up. Learn more now…

February 17, 2022
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What to Do About Inflation? How Are People Adjusting Retirement Plans in the Face of Rising Costs?

Is doing nothing a sane response to inflation today? For some, absolutely. Others need to take action. Explore your options.

February 10, 2022
Financial Advisors

NewRetirement Advisors: Understanding Our Fee-Only Fiduciary Guidance from a CFP® Professional

Learn more about how you can collaborate with a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER professional to ensure you meet your goals.

February 8, 2022

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