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Terry Cross | Oct 4, 2022

Financial Planning in Your 30s: 3 Goal Ideas for 30-Somethings

Savings
Your thirties are a great time to start working on some larger financial goals. Here are some ideas.
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Terry Cross | Sep 27, 2022

Financial Planning Basics: Creating and Maintaining a Budget

Savings
Finance
Planning a budget is usually the easy part, but sticking to it may take some work. Here are some tips to get started.
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Terry Cross | Sep 20, 2022

Asset Allocation and Risk Allocation

Investments
While not guaranteed, a well-balanced portfolio may be better at handling market risk.
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Terry Cross | Sep 13, 2022

What to Do With with a Sudden Windfall

Finance
It’s not uncommon for someone to receive a large inheritance or another windfall, only to see it blown away. Here are some tips to avoid the same fate.
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Terry Cross | Sep 6, 2022

Is Confirmation Bias Affecting Your Investment Strategy?

Investments
Your preconceived notions may be impacting your decision-making process. Thankfully, it’s possible to overcome them.
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Terry Cross | Aug 31, 2022

Family Business vs. Family Boundaries: Drawing the Line

Family
Finance
Mixing family and business can be tough. Is it possible to create healthy boundaries?
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Terry Cross | Aug 9, 2022

Working with an Investment Professional

Investments
Trying to find the right investment professional for you? Here are some questions to ask in your initial consult.
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Terry Cross | Aug 2, 2022

Financial Planning for Young Professionals

Investments
Finance
It’s never too early to start planning for your financial future.
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Terry Cross | Jul 29, 2022

Preparing for Lifetime Income in Retirement

Retirement
Worried about outliving your income? Here’s how to start planning for your retirement needs.
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Terry Cross | Jul 19, 2022

Finance Lessons for Your Teen

Family
Finance
Teens are adults in training and an important part of your family's financial picture. Help them build good habits so they're ready for the future.
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Terry Cross | Jul 12, 2022

New Home Financing Checklist

Estate Planning
Property
Finance
While owning a home is the quintessential American dream, not everyone is able to purchase a home when they desire. If you’re fresh out of school with a boat
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Terry Cross | Jul 5, 2022

Should You Prioritize Retirement Savings over College Savings?

Retirement
College
College and retirement require serious savings. Is it possible to save for both?
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