By Tom Margenau It has been my custom for most of the past 24 years to write a year-end column that summarizes the Social Security changes and updates scheduled to […]
Category: FINANCE
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Let’s Play 20 Questions
I’m going to assume you’ve all heard of the kids’ game “20 Questions.” Well, I’m going to do my own version of that today. I’m going to try to squeeze […]
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Let’s Talk to Our Kids About Money
Dear Readers: With so many families around the country facing financial challenges as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, I’d like to devote this column to discussing ways that we […]
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Ways To Avoid Reckless Holiday Spending That Could Wreck Your Retirement
While an enjoyable part of the holiday season is giving to others, those nearing retirement would be prudent to give something back to themselves as the year nears its end. […]
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“Holiday Spending Done Right”
The holidays are here and it’s a time when many of us tend to over-spend. In fact, a national survey recently uncovered some interesting spending habits among consumers a cross-section […]
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Money Tips for Students
Students should be familiar with credit scores, according to the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA). Your credit score is a three-digit number that has a long-lasting effect on your […]
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10 Steps to a DIY Financial Plan
Dear Readers: Did you know that 78% of people with a financial plan pay their bills on time and save each month versus only 38% of people who don’t have […]
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Ready To Retire? 5 Steps For Getting A Good Night’s Sleep After The Paychecks Stop
Those early days of retirement can be exciting as you are finally rewarded with a little rest and relaxation after all those years of toil. But it can be a […]
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IRAs Come With Strings Attached; Are There Safer Retirement Alternatives?
Most people planning for retirement probably would prefer some predictability as they plot out their post-work futures, but financial professionals say the reality they face is that uncertainty surrounds the […]
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Are You So Focused on Retirement You Are Missing Out On Your Life?
Mary and Pete saved every penny for retirement. They never went on vacations, they rarely went out to eat, and they lived a frugal lifestyle secure in the knowledge that […]