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When Does A Financial Coach Need To Register As An Investment Adviser? The “ABCS” Test To Determine Status

Nerd's Eye View

Notably, while many financial coaches satisfy the majority of these requirements – they are in the business of offering advice to clients and are compensated as such – they often steer clear of making specific securities recommendations, focusing instead on areas like budgeting, debt management, savings, and retirement planning.

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Are Insurance Companies Safe?

Tucker Advisors

Are Insurance Companies Safe? They have been called the debt managers of the world. But just how solvent and safe are insurance companies? As Time Magazine pointed out with a story in October of that year, insurance companies operate differently than banks. Its insurance division remained solvent and protected.

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4 Pitfalls of Not Having a Financial Plan

Carson Wealth

Debt management: Develop a strategy to pay off existing debts efficiently, minimizing interest costs. Insurance coverage: Evaluate insurance needs for health, life, disability, long-term care and property, ensuring adequate coverage.

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How Will My Financial Plan Change Over the Course of My Life?

Carson Wealth

Now is when you should be more focused on managing debt and planning for – not just looking toward – the future. Debt management: In your 30s it’s important you manage debt obligations carefully. This can include reviewing what insurance you have and if it’s still needed or if you need more.

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Ten Steps To Creating A Solid Financial Plan For Yourself

Clever Girl Finance

The right type of insurance coverage (Life, health, disability, home, etc.). Pay off debt. When you create a financial plan, be sure it includes a debt management system and how you'll pay off debt. Sadly, you can't really kick-start your financial future if you're carrying a ton of debt.

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How much do I need to retire? Planning for Your Unique Retirement Needs

Carson Wealth

Your financial advisor can help you plan for challenges you may face in retirement, such as spending, efficient savings, taxes, inflation, debt management, Social Security and Medicare. Examples of fixed expenses include rent or mortgage payments, insurance premiums, groceries, heating and electric bills.

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19 Best Recession-Proof Jobs For All Skill Levels

Clever Girl Finance

Credit and debt management counselors. Unfortunately, many people turn to credit cards and amass more debt during financial hardship. As people add to their credit card balances, more are going to need help managing their debt. Insurance providers. A recession is no different.