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Planning Financially for Your First Child

It’s no secret that there are tremendous costs that come with raising a child but there are ways that you can prepare, ensuring you give your children the opportunities they deserve. Knowing what expenses to expect is the first step and in this article, we discuss some of these expenses.

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How to Spend Your Annual Bonus: Don’t!

With the year coming to a speedy end, we thought it would be wise to share some tips on how to spend your bonus this year. Spoiler alert – we don’t want you to spend it at all. Instead, we want you to use it in ways that will help you reach your goals.

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Why You Need a Financial Advisor to Help You Plan for Retirement

Although there are countless benefits of working with a financial planner, we are going to look at four that stand out, especially when it comes to retirement planning.

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Is it Too Late to Start Saving for Retirement?

We often get asked “how late is too late to start saving for retirement?” The simple answer is that it’s never too late. No matter how late you start saving, or how much you save, every bit counts towards a more comfortable retirement.

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The Role of Financial Advisors in Achieving Financial Independence

In this article, we take a look at the role a financial advisor plays in working towards and achieving financial independence in today’s difficult economic climate.

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Financial Independence – What Does it Mean to You?

Financial independence can be defined and measured in many different ways. Defining it is important, but what’s more important is figuring out why you want it, how hard you must work for it, and how much you want to achieve it.

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Becoming Financially Conscious Is the New Trend

Spending money on basically anything because you ‘simply can’, is one of the reasons why I believe most young adults are constantly in debt. Being controlled by social media and trying to stay on trends often leads most of us to living beyond our means.

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What Happens to Your Debt After Your Death?

Unfortunately, debt does not simply dissolve after you die. In fact, everything you have left to your name after you pass could be used to settle outstanding debt. What’s worse, in addition to mourning your passing, your loved ones may be faced with paying your outstanding debt if you have not taken the necessary steps to protect them.

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Finding a Debt Solution That is Right for You

There are 4 main solutions to consider if you are beyond the point of keeping up with your monthly repayments. This might mean that you are over-indebted, and you may be faced with legal action if you continue falling behind on your payments.

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How to Use Your Tax Refund Wisely – Invest, Don’t Spend!

Often times, people do not include their tax refund in their budget as they are not sure how much it is going to be, or if they will be receiving a refund at all. Therefore, it’s important that you know how to use your tax refund wisely so that you can improve your overall financial portfolio rather than spending on things you don’t need.

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