Exercise is essential, and it can be tempting to join a gym to get yourself into a routine. But a gym is a product like any other, and you’re the consumer. Make sure you know that you’re paying for a gym that try to you off or win you over with shady sales tactics. Here… Continue reading The Smartest Way to Join a Gym
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Why You Shouldn’t Be Friends with Your Broker
Building a trusting relationship with a financial professional is important because you’ll be sharing information about your assets and income, and you’ll want to feel confident when acting on any advice you receive. But be wary of becoming too close, says Dennis Notchick, an Investment Advisor and Certified Financial Planner with Safeguard Investment Advisory Group… Continue reading Why You Shouldn’t Be Friends with Your Broker
How Hidden Expenses Can Affect Your Retirement Goals
Having enough money for retirement can be a tricky proposition even under the best circumstances. But when some of those dollars are being siphoned away by hidden – and perhaps unnecessary – fees, then the path to a secure retirement becomes even more difficult to navigate. Even small fees can have a major impact over… Continue reading How Hidden Expenses Can Affect Your Retirement Goals
5 Mistakes That Can Torpedo Your Finances
The investment world comes with such a maze of options and pitfalls that it’s little wonder people routinely become entangled in monumental and costly mistakes. Tax implications lurk behind nearly every move. Investment risks vary from negligible to moderate to great. And it’s not just a matter of making the right financial decisions. It’s making… Continue reading 5 Mistakes That Can Torpedo Your Finances