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Why You Shouldn’t Try To Time The Market, Even During An Election Year
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Why You Shouldn’t Try To Time The Market, Even During An Election Year

Every year, no matter what the market does, people ask me, “Is this a good time to invest? Should I be going more conservative because of X, Y, or Z factor?” That’s particularly true this year, with a presidential election on the horizon.

Every year, the answer is the same. Successfully leaving and reentering the market at the right times is nearly impossible, and usually ends up with investors leaving significant money on the table. This is a discussion of market timing and how you should invest your portfolio, even in times of turbulence.

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How To Protect Yourself From Financial Devastation If You Get Sued
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How To Protect Yourself From Financial Devastation If You Get Sued

If you own a business, car, or home, you could be exposed to unforeseen liabilities. Your best-laid financial plans could be dismantled quickly by something as unexpected as a stranger getting injured on your property. This is how you can better protect yourself from financial devastation resulting from lawsuits. As always, you should consult with your own legal advisor regarding your particular circumstance.

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How High Earners Can Save Money After Maxing Employer Retirement Plans
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How High Earners Can Save Money After Maxing Employer Retirement Plans

Contribution limits on 401(k) and other retirement plans can be frustrating for people earning more than $250,000 per year who want to utilize tax-advantaged investments for their long-term financial goals.

As an employee at a company, you don’t have as much control over retirement vehicles as a business owner does. Your plan may limit you to $23,000 per year if you’re younger than age 50 in 2024. Here is where you can save money once you’ve maxed out your employer-sponsored retirement plan, along with some of the tax implications of each option.

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6 Things To Know If You Want To Retire Abroad
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6 Things To Know If You Want To Retire Abroad

I was recently speaking with a couple about what they imagine their retirement would look like.

“We’d love to purchase a property in Italy and retire there,” they said.

More and more, I’ve heard people say that they would like to retire outside of the United States, citing costs of living and access to medical care. In fact, Americans drawing their Social Security benefits abroad increased 84% from 2020 to 2023.

Here are six things you need to know if you’d like to retire abroad someday.

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