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Understanding your ESOP

ESOPs are a type of qualified retirement plan. They are not as common as other qualified plans, such as 401ks and 403bs, but you may be offered the option to participate in an ESOP at some point in your working career. Learn how ESOPs are unique and the planning opportunities that come along with them.

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3 Different Methods for Managing Household Expenses with your Spouse

Couples use a variety of methods to manage their household finances. While some prefer to combine everything from the beginning, others are more comfortable, with separate accounts or a combination of joint and separate. Here are a few methods that may be helpful when having a discussion with your spouse about how you will be choosing to manage your household finances going forward.

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What is unique about the TSP's "G Fund"?

The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) is the retirement plan for federal employees and members of the uniformed services. The G Fund is specifically issued by the Treasury Department for TSP participants and it offers a unique benefit. This is how it works.

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When to add TIPS to your portfolio

Even though inflation has been low recently and high inflation rates are a distant memory, there is always the possibility that it will spike again, even if it is due to unjustified market fears. Thankfully, there are ways to hedge against the negative effects of inflation.

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[Guest Post] Travel in the Time of COVID

As we are nearing the one-year mark of what has truly become a Corona-nightmare, airline travel is at record lows, and many countries have had their borders closed to international travelers for almost 8 months. Understandably, many people are hesitant to travel right now, but for those of you who are looking to get away either now, or post-covid, here is a guide to help you plan.

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[Guest Post] My Midlife Digital Nomad Resources

My partner and I started a trip around the world December 2019, and have been living on the road, and out of backpacks, since. In the last nine months we’ve visited Mexico, Guatemala, Columbia, Panama and Brazil. Here’s how we are doing it.

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What you Need to Know Before Hiring a Nanny

With schools and daycares closed or in limited operation due to covid-19, many are considering hiring a nanny to help with childcare and schooling. Unlike enrolling your child in a daycare center or summer camp, hiring a nanny opens up a Pandora’s box of legal and tax obligations. Here is a summary of what you need to know.

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When to start your Social Security benefits

Despite the compelling benefit to waiting, many people claim their benefits as early as possible because they under-estimate their life expectancy or they are worried the Social Security program is going bankrupt. We address both concerns, and make the case for doing an evaluation versus following the crowd.

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Why do stocks split?

Apple (AAPL) and Tesla (TSLA) were recently in the news as two companies that are splitting their stock. Why would a company choose to do that and how does it affect you?

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