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

Carson Wealth

How much do I need for retirement?” Your financial needs in retirement can depend on dozens of factors – some known and some unknown. One or two million dollars may seem like a lot of money to have set aside for retirement. A Retirement Reality Check. The concept of retirement continues to evolve with the world around us.

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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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Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Before Retirement?

Darrow Wealth Management

Is retiring with a mortgage a good idea? Retiring with a mortgage doesn’t typically pose a financial risk, and at times it’s the best financial decision. But paying off a mortgage before retirement has upsides also. Here’s when it may – and may not – make sense to pay off a mortgage before retiring.

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How Much To Save For Retirement By Age

WiserAdvisor

Navigating the journey to retirement can often feel like a complex puzzle, especially when it comes to figuring out how much you need to save. The answer to “how much you need to retire” is shaped by various factors, including the kind of retirement life you dream of, your age, and the expenses you anticipate during your retirement years.

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How to help clients manage their debt

Nationwide Financial

By taking a holistic approach to financial planning, you can help your clients manage their debt effectively and work toward building financial security. Here are three things financial professionals can do to help their clients deal with debt management: 1.

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How to Prepare for Lower Interest Rates

MainStreet Financial Planning

In this article, we’ll explore three key areas: savings, debt management, and investment strategies, and provide actionable advice to help you stay ahead of the curve. Debt Management While lower interest rates are good news for borrowers, high-interest debt will still weigh heavily on your finances.

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

Carson Wealth

Which decade should you really start to plan for retirement? Which decade should you focus on managing debt? 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.