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18 Mar 2020
Important Aspects of Personal Finance in A Changing Economy
Living standards have gone up, the meaning of homes has changed to multi-storeyed castles, there is no cap on high paying jobs, and so much more to sit and think of. There is almost nothing tangible in this world that cannot be bought with money. Yet, in this changing economy, the level of satisfaction and […]
13 min read
16 Mar 2020
Understanding the Reasons of the Shift from Active to Passive Investing
A recent report released by the Investment Company Institute (ICI) stated that passive fund investments have crossed active fund investments and reached an $11 trillion benchmark in 2020. A significant shift in investment styles can be seen across the world. Investors are slowly moving major portions of their investments from active to passive funds and […]
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15 Mar 2020
Things You Can Learn From 1099 Forms
Many individuals have more than one source of income. The money may not necessarily come from employment but other avenues such as interest on deposits, dividends, capital gains, retirement plan distributions, freelance projects, and more. When accounting for taxes, all these sources of income need to be assessed too. Your tax liability will be determined […]
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13 Mar 2020
Everything you Need to Know About Lifetime Income Options
With advancements in modern medicine, people today live longer than their ancestors. America is expected to have 589,000 centenarians by 2060, as opposed to 82,000 in 2016. While humans have been chasing the idea of a long life for many decades, the one problem that people are still tackling is generating enough income. For a […]
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11 Mar 2020
Everything You Need to Know About Tax-loss Harvesting
If you thought you could only gain from an increase in the value of your portfolio, you may not be entirely correct. While you indeed gain when the value of the assets in your portfolio increases, you can also substantially benefit when the value of some assets decreases. This is possible by a mechanism called […]
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11 Mar 2020
Picking the Right Investment in Your 50s
Your 50s are a significant time in your life. This is the time when you are well settled and probably at the peak of your career. But this is also the time when you are nearing retirement and need financial security more than ever. Investing in your 50s becomes crucial to strengthening your retirement nest […]
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10 Mar 2020
Three Estate Planning Mistakes Investors Make with IRAs and 401(k)s
People make savings and investments keeping in mind the needs of their families. Most of the time, one generation is diligent and resourceful to turn their savings into heritage for the upcoming generations. There are several instances where people are still enjoying the earnings from their forefathers’ investments. However, as someone looking to build a […]
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09 Mar 2020
Four Indicators for Tracking Your Financial Goals
Handling money is tough. You need to set a budget, prioritise spending, invest wisely, set financial goals, and periodically track them. While setting financial goals might appear easy, it is very important to track these targets to ascertain how fruitful your fiscal strategies have been and if any changes are needed. Financial goals are unique […]
6 min read
06 Mar 2020
Should I Stop Contributing to Retirement Accounts if I Plan To Retire Early?
Retirement is a transitional milestone that serves as a gateway to a different phase of life. The catalogue and itinerary are different but what remains the same is the need for green bills. However, retirement is not always synonymous with old age as many people these days are opting to retire early. If you are […]
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05 Mar 2020
Three Estate Planning Documents Everyone Needs
Estate planning is a broad concept encompassing financial planning and related aspects. As important as it should be, most people tend to exclude it from their financial planning. There are also some people who underestimate the size and value of their estate and do not give their estate plan the attention it deserves. Estate planning […]
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04 Mar 2020
Year-End Financial Planning Tips to Save Tax
One of the most distinguished traits of a human being is the ability to plan. Planning helps you to have clarity in your life. It gives you direction and provides meaning to your thoughts. Whether it is a holiday, buying a new car, or preparing for retirement, proper planning can help you reach your long-term […]
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03 Mar 2020
Should Passive Funds Feature More in Your Portfolio?
Investing in mutual funds has never been as popular as it is today. With the introduction of Systematic Investment Plans or SIPs, the ease of investment has been magnified, allowing even small investors to become a part of this educated gamble. Traditionally, investing in active stocks and funds was a preferred choice, but investing in […]
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02 Mar 2020
Importance of Focus for A Successful Financial Life
Focus is elementary in all aspects of life. Whether it is education, relationships, work, or finances, being focused is necessary and irreplaceable for achieving the desired results. It is no secret that motivated and purposeful investors are more likely to attain financial freedom in life. However, people tend to sometimes deviate from the right financial […]
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28 Feb 2020
Helping Aging Parents with their Money
Among several other responsibilities that you must fulfil for your parents, one of the most essential ones is to help them manage their money. Not because they are not wise enough to make their own decisions, but because they might need help adjusting to the changing financial planning scenario. Unlike the former years when your […]
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27 Feb 2020
Using Leverage to Create Retirement Income
Retirement planning is being widely discussed these days with people being more and more aware of the FIRE movement. FIRE is a movement that refers to ‘Financial Independence, Retire Early’. The idea found its value in the lives of youngsters who wanted to enjoy a relaxed retirement as soon as they could, rather than spend […]
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