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It Is NOT Normal to Be Average!

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People like to think of investing in terms of averages. This is simply not reality—and, furthermore, it can be very dangerous to your financial health.

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Quarterly Market Review – First Quarter 2019

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Once per quarter, we roll up our sleeves and take a deeper dive into what’s happened in the stock market. Take a look at the attached presentation if you’d like to view the recap for January – March 2019.

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Financial Freedom Tips (Video) – All About Credit Cards

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Understanding credit cards (as tools, as well as all the hidden risks/costs) is essential! In this 4-minute video, we share what you need to know—plus 2 free tools you can use to help stay on top of your credit cards, become/remain debt-free, and achieve financial freedom.

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Financial Freedom Tips (VIDEO)- Guidelines for your Spending Plan

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Guiding your finances with a spending plan is an important step in achieving personal significance. In this 4-minute video, I’ll provide some guidelines for different types of spending. This will help you either get started or evaluate your current situation.

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