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Health Care Can Get Tricky as We Age

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As we age, unfortunately, our bodies need more care. We can no longer just walk things off. We have to do more. Another issue is that we often have to be in search of new medical plans instead of enjoying the ones that we have dealt with during our careers. There are a few areas […]

Financial Advice from Your Future Self

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When you picture your future, you no doubt imagine yourself comfortable financially. If you could talk to this successful future version of yourself, what advice would you they give you? Here are some pieces of financial advice they might pass along. Wants vs. Needs Identifying wants vs. needs is a skill that will serve you […]

Money Moves to Make in Your 50’s

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Your 50’s are a time to start buckling down and preparing for retirement. Make the most out of this 10 year span by making the following money moves. Financial Trial Run If you’re unsure whether or not you’ll be able to live off your retirement funds alone, do a dry run. Give yourself the allotted […]

Traveling with Friends

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It’s always fun to take a vacation, especially with people who you love and are your friends. Sometimes, traveling with your besties can lead to unnecessary stress or complications. If you are planning a trip with close friends, here are a few great tips to keep in mind so that you can keep the fun […]

Working Out at Work

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Your workday can be very taxing and by the time you head home, the urge to work out and take care of yourself can completely fade. You feel unmotivated and burnt out. An easier way to get your sweat on while still accomplishing what you need to at work is to combine the two. By […]

Packing the Perfect Carry-On

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Air travel has gotten quite extensive and convoluted these days. There are so many stipulations for what you can carry on and what you can take with you on your flight.  For some, a carry-on is an item to keep oneself occupied during the flight, for others it is a way to avoid any additional […]

Mental Health at Work

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Between tasks that need to get done, people with their problems, and anything else that pops up during your day there can be a lot of stressors at work. It’s more important than ever to take care of your mental health even while being on the clock. Your workday will run smoother, and you’ll have […]

Don’t Leave Picking A College Up to Chance.

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There are so many factors that need to be considered when finding the right college. Just because a college is local does not make it the right one. An affordable college is always a good financial choice, but is it the right school? Don’t get caught up in one thing. You need to find a […]

Get Guidance While Preparing for Retirement

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Retirement can be confusing no matter how close or far you are from it. Getting the right advice can be hard to come by. Depending on your career and many other factors, your retirement plans could be very different from your friend’s with different professions. Retirement is not a one size fits all type of […]

Financial Advice for your 50’s

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Your 50’s are a wonderful time. At this age, you’re (hopefully) an empty nester, and there’s a good chance you can see the finish line to retirement. It’s also a time where it can be easy to lose your way in terms of finances. Keep yourself on track with this financial advice. Long-Term Care Insurance […]

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