The Beginner’s Guide to Saving and Investing
So your parents or your colleagues or maybe just your conscience is on your case to stop spending everything you earn and start saving and
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5 Money Mistakes Women Should Avoid
Here are some common mistakes that a lot of women make and that you can learn to avoid: Debt Learn to live below your means.
Roth Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)
An Individual Retirement Account (IRA) is a convenient way for all working people to save for their retirement. You pay taxes on the money you
Traditional Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)
An Individual Retirement Account or IRA provides a convenient way for all working people to save for their retirement. A traditional IRA is a tax-deferred
Spousal IRAs
What is it? A spousal IRA is a type of individual retirement account that allows a working spouse to contribute to a non-earning spouse’s retirement
Employer Retirement Plans: Two Basic Types
There are two basic types of retirement plans typically offered by employers – defined benefit plans and defined contribution plans. Defined Benefit Plans In a
U.S. Savings Bonds
Savings bonds are securities issued by the U.S. Treasury Department. They provide funding dollars for the U.S. government, and in return for using your money,
Mutual Funds – The Basics
Mutual funds are investments that pool together the money of thousands of small investors and invest this money in stocks, bonds and/or other securities. Instead
Mutual Fund Fees and Expenses
Why is it important to pay attention to mutual fun expenses? All mutual funds charge you some fees to cover on-going expenses, but the amount
Financial Planner Alert
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