November 2020

Dear Penny: Can We Afford to Retire on Just $65K a Year?

Dear Penny, I am disabled and my husband is our wage earner. We are both near age 70. We receive Social Security and some monthly pension payments that aren’t terribly large.  With his current income, we bring in about $99,000 before taxes. Without his income, we would bring in about $65,000 a year. We have […]

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What Are Target Date Funds? Should I Invest in One?

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How a Profit and Loss Exercise Got My Freelance Business on Track

“You don’t have any more deductions?” the accountant asked me. I’d always done my own taxes, working through my self-employment income with help from TurboTax, but I agreed to see him when my wife wanted an independent check on our finances. We weren’t paying a ton in taxes, but we also suspected we were paying

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Types of Life Insurance: Which is Right for You?

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40 Leftover Turkey & Chicken Recipes – Food Ideas That Are Easy to Make

Chicken and turkey are two of the most popular meats in the U.S. But there are always so many leftovers, and eating the same chicken or turkey sandwich gets tiresome. Thankfully, these recipes let you repurpose leftover turkey or chicken into new and exciting meals. 40 Leftover Turkey & Chicken Recipes – Food Ideas That Are

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Best Trader Joe’s Frozen Food You Can Buy for Under $5

There’s no doubt that Trader Joe’s has some loyal fans. In the three years that data science company dunnhumby has published its Retailer Preference Index — based on both customer preference and financial performance — Trader Joe’s has claimed the No. 1 or 2 spot every year. The California-based grocery store chain has stores in

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7 Money Moves Couples Can Make to Build a Strong Financial Future

Just engaged (or married?) Congrats! Follow these money moves for couples to grow richer together as you grow old together.  As a newly-engaged couple or newlyweds, you’re probably getting lots of advice from everyone around you. Some of this advice may be solicited, while much is not. Well, today, you’re going to get three more

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Who Needs Long-Term Care Insurance?

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6 Fitness Gifts for Health Enthusiasts

Got a health and fitness enthusiast to shop for this holiday season? Look no further than this list, which includes workout class subscriptions, meal plans, state-of-the-art equipment and more. All items are great for building healthy habits — and they’re all on sale for a limited time. 6 Fitness Gifts for Health Enthusiasts The items

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Finding the Best High Dividend Stocks For Your Portfolio

We often hear that Millennials are terrible investors because most Millennials entered the workforce during the 2008 financial crisis. Afterward, many hesitated to invest after seeing their families lose money, and those who often invested very conservatively. Many have avoided stocks, even the more conservative high dividend stocks. Which begs the question – have Millennials

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How to Choose the Right Mutual Funds

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8 Ways to Handle Gift Giving on a Tight Budget

Between yearly events like birthdays and Christmas and infrequent milestones like graduations and weddings, buying all the gifts you need each year can get expensive. But there are loads of tips and tricks you can use to spend less on gifts all year long. 8 Ways to Handle Gift Giving on a Tight Budget is

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How to Support Small Businesses During Covid: Help Them Go Cashless

The post How to Support Small Businesses During Covid: Help Them Go Cashless appeared first on The Simple Dollar. #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing #financialliteracy #success #investment #wealth #motivation #financialindependence #passiveincome #personalfinance #realestate #stockmarket #debtfree #entrepreneurship #invest #bitcoin #creditrepair #debtfreecommunity #investor #trading #workfromhome #stocks #credit #financialeducation #bhfyp

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‘Better Late Than Never’ Applies to Retirement Investing, Too

This article provides information and education for investors. NerdWallet does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks or securities. Have a mortgage, older kids but little to no retirement savings? Alas, that’s not unusual: In 2016, the average American ages 50 to 55…

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It’s Not Too Late to Retire a Millionaire. Here’s How.

Some of the links in this post are from our sponsors. We provide you with accurate, reliable information. Learn more about how we make money and select our advertising partners. Yes, the best time to start saving for retirement is when you first join the workforce. But if you’re like a lot of us, you

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Bullish Vs. Bearish: Your Guide to Bull And Bear Markets

As an investor, you’ll come across numerous terms and strategies over the course of your lifetime. However, to be successful in your investing and make more informed decisions you’ll need to understand the difference between bullish and bearish markets. If you read any stock market statistics or stock market websites, bull and bear markets are

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Gratitude in A Difficult Year

This year took so many twists and turns we haven’t been able to keep count– often leaving us in complete overwhelm with a whirlwind of thoughts and emotions. Grief, anxiety, and sheer disappointment are just a handful that comes to mind when we reflect on the endless amount of curveballs life has thrown over the

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Is Your 401(k) Enough for Retirement?

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What to Do If You Lose Your Job and Find Yourself Unemployed – 9 Steps

Suddenly losing your job is a major stressor and leaves many with no idea what to do next or where to start on the road to career recovery. If you’ve found yourself in this position, rest assured, you’re not alone. Here are the steps you should take to ease the stress associated with unemployment. What

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Mortgage Rates Are at All Time Low; Where Are Rates Trending?

The post Mortgage Rates Are at All Time Low; Where Are Rates Trending? appeared first on The Simple Dollar. #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing #financialliteracy #success #investment #wealth #motivation #financialindependence #passiveincome #personalfinance #realestate #stockmarket #debtfree #entrepreneurship #invest #bitcoin #creditrepair #debtfreecommunity #investor #trading #workfromhome #stocks #credit #financialeducation #bhfyp

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