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7 Mistakes To Avoid While Trying To Invest In Indexes
Investing, Financial Planning Cicely Jones Investing, Financial Planning Cicely Jones

7 Mistakes To Avoid While Trying To Invest In Indexes

If you’ve consumed any financial media, you might have heard the terms indexing, or index investing, come up. Despite how frequently they are used, I have found that very few people understand what the terms mean. For starters, you can’t invest directly in an index.

This is a discussion about the rise of index funds, seven common errors I see investors make, and some considerations to select an effective portfolio.

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How To Financially Plan For The Holidays As A Young Family
Budgeting Cicely Jones Budgeting Cicely Jones

How To Financially Plan For The Holidays As A Young Family

The holidays can be both a source of joy and stress for many, but none so much as a family with children below the age of 12. If you have young children, you’re likely not only entertaining kids during their time off while you’re working, but also buying gifts, dealing with cold and flu season, and potentially hosting others in your family. This is a discussion of planning for the holidays in advance to maintain some semblance of sanity when the holiday frenzy rolls around.

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3 Financial Facts To Be Grateful For This Thanksgiving
Investing Cicely Jones Investing Cicely Jones

3 Financial Facts To Be Grateful For This Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a time of reflection and gratitude. In my family, we start off by going around the table and saying things that each of us are grateful for, such as our health, our family, our successes for the year, and our friendships. This is a discussion of three financial facts you can add to your gratitude list this Thanksgiving.

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When Facing A Financial Hardship, Don’t Dip Into Your Retirement Plan To Fix It
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When Facing A Financial Hardship, Don’t Dip Into Your Retirement Plan To Fix It

If you look at your balance sheet and have an employer-sponsored retirement plan, there’s a fair chance that it’s one of your largest assets. This can lead many people to view their retirement plan as a resource when it comes to addressing major financial hardships. Let’s discuss why a retirement plan should be a last resort in these situations, how to reduce the burden of financial setbacks, and other ways to fund this need.

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