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Social Security Benefits Frequently Asked Questions

I receive more questions about Social Security than any other topic I cover, especially with my recently published article series on Maximizing Social Security. This isn’t surprising given that more members of the baby boomer generation are starting to retire and become eligible for benefits. I have published the most frequently asked questions and scenarios I have received […]
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What is the Best Way to Start A SMART Business?

*Visit this site often for updates. I will be adding more helpful links soon for each step! According to a recent survey, 53% of American adults have considered starting their own business (Click here for 55 business ideas that are less than $5,000). Not surprisingly however, only 7.8% of Americans are business owners! Why the […]
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Learn to Start or Grow Your SMART Business

If you haven’t done so already, please download the bonus ebook below! It provides valuable information on starting a business! Here are some more valuable links below to help you start or grow your SMART Business. Many of these resources are mine, come from government programs, non-profits, educational institutions, and reference organizations online. It is […]
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Social Security Numbers You Need To Know

Maximizing your social security payments depends on the taxes you pay, your earnings history, the age you decide to take the benefits, and the dependents you have. Here are some important Social Security rules to pay attention to. $1,294: This is the average Social Security payment for 2014. The average for retired couples is $2,111. […]
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Important Ages You Need To Know for Retirement

In order to maximize your retirement benefits, it is important to meet certain deadlines. If you don’t take action on these age-based cut-off dates, you can trigger penalties, fees, and miss out on extra benefits for social security, IRAs, 401(k)s, and other retirement accounts. Make sure you take these important ages for retirement into account when […]
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ASM Investing 101

       Think of the various types of investments as tools that can help you achieve your financial goals. Each broad investment type—from bank products to stocks and bonds—has its own general set of features, risk factors and ways in which they can be used by investors. Learn more about the various types of […]
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Free Financial Plan Samples and Templates

When people think of a financial plan, many people assume it is setting up a budget, saving for retirement, and looking for good investment products. However a financial plan goes much deeper than that. If properly done and updated regularly, it could make the difference between financial independence and financial dependence. Here are examples of […]
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Investment Terms Glossary

401(k)A 401(k) plan is an employer sponsored retirement savings plan. 401(k)s are largely self-directed: You decide how much you would like to contribute, and which investments from among those offered by the plan you would like to invest in. Traditional 401(k)s are funded with money deducted from your pre-tax salary. Your earnings are tax deferred […]
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