Category: Article

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November 19, 2025
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Your Retirement Paycheck: Four Steps to Help Build a Smart Withdrawal Plan

Learn four smart steps to build a tax-efficient retirement withdrawal plan to help your savings last longer.

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November 19, 2025
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The Influence of Behavioral Finance and the Market

Discover how behavioral finance influences investment decisions and market trends. Learn practical strategies to help manage biases and invest confidently.

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November 19, 2025
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When Parents Refuse to Discuss Estate Plans: How to Break Through the Silence

Struggling to discuss estate planning with your parents? Use these six empathetic strategies to start the conversation.

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November 19, 2025
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401(k) Changes Coming in 2026: What High Earners Need to Know About Roth Catch-Up Contributions

Starting Jan 1, 2026, high earners must make 401(k) catch-up contributions as Roth under SECURE 2.0.

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November 17, 2025
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3 Ways Couples Can Work Together on Finances

Explore ways couples can manage money together through regular communication, shared responsibilities, and clear financial goals.

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November 13, 2025
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Caring Conversations: How to Talk with Your Adult Children About the Future

Discuss estate plans, health care choices, and legacy goals with your adult children using practical questions that foster clarity and respect.

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November 12, 2025
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What You Need to Know Before Gifting Money to Family

If you’re new to the family gifting process, you may not realize there’s more to it than simply writing a check. It’s important to consider the emotional implications as well as the tax and legal implications of giving a large financial gift.

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November 10, 2025
The Retirement Coach, Jack Phelps, Savant Wealth Management

Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Before You Retire?

Explore key factors to decide if paying off your mortgage before retirement is the right move for you.

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November 10, 2025
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The Switch to Electronic Tax Payments: What You Need to Know

The IRS stopped accepting paper checks for tax payments on September 30, 2025. Find out why the rule changed and how to pay taxes electronically.

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November 10, 2025
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Why Plan Sponsors Should Be Thankful for Retirement Plans This Season

Your retirement plan is not just a checkbox; it can be a strategic advantage that helps to set your organization apart in recruiting and retention.

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November 10, 2025
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From College Savings to Retirement Security: Essential Financial Lessons for College-Bound Teens

What financial habits will my teen carry into adulthood? And how can we use this moment to lay the groundwork for long-term financial security, including retirement?

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November 7, 2025
Witches with Flowers and financial rules of thumb

Witches with Flowers and the Truth About Financial Rules of Thumb

Discover why financial planning is personal and why rules of thumb can mislead. Learn how a professional can help you build a plan tailored to your goals.

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