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Time to Prepare Your Taxes

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No, I am not crazy. It is the start of May, and it is EXACTLY the right time to prepare your taxes. Read on to learn why!

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Real Estate and IRAs – Tips for Avoiding the Traps

Are you interested in investing in real estate through an IRA? If you decide to go down this route, here are some traps to avoid—plus several tips that’ll save you from having an uncomfortable discussion with the IRS.

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Commodity Investing – Why I Suggest Avoiding

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A great rule to follow is this: if you don’t understand something, you should not get involved. For many, commodity investing is one such area. Read on to learn why I take this position.

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A Private Letter from the IRS – Leveraging the 401(k) Plan to Reduce Student Loan Debt

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Did you know that you can get a “private letter” from the IRS that has good news? Read on to find out a bit more about “Private Letter Rulings” (PLRs) from the IRS—plus a surprising way one company is helping employees pay off their student loan debt!

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Should You Hire a Financial Planner?

If you are like a lot of folks, you would like to work with a financial advisor, but you are concerned about the cost.  Further, you have heard the chatter in the popular press – to maximize your chances of success, keep your investment costs as low as possible.  And that is great advice that…

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Costs Matter – Understanding ALL of the Costs

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Costs matter. Whether you’re buying a car or selecting an investment strategy, the costs you expect to pay are likely to be an important factor in making any major financial decision. Read on to learn about key cost areas that you need to consider when selecting investments to include in your portfolio.

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