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I’m Scared if I Retire, The Market Will Immediately Tank

I’m Scared if I Retire, The Market Will Immediately Tank

Investment Education, Retirement SavingsBy Kristi Sullivan

One of the biggest hurdles I face as a planner is convincing clients whose numbers support retiring that they can take the leap.  That’s because one of the biggest fears new retirees have is their investments suddenly dropping just as…

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Windows to Your Soul?

Personal FinanceBy Kristi Sullivan

Brrr, feeling chilly INSIDE of your house?  This week I’m excited to offer a little education on a home improvement investment many think about but feel too intimidated to make:  new windows. Yes, it feels like an big ticket item,…

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The Retirement Contribution I Wish You Would Stop

Financial Education, Investment EducationBy Kristi Sullivan

When is contributing to an IRA not what your financial advisor (or CPA) advises?  I’m so glad you asked!  It’s very simple: Most of you reading this should NOT be making tax-deferred IRA contributions.  Why?  Not all IRA contributions are…

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Running to Catch Up?

Retirement SavingsBy Kristi Sullivan

Just when you think you’ve got your retirement savings on autopilot, wham, a new tax bill comes along to change your plans. Today, I’m focusing on the changes in catch-up contributions to employer retirement plans brought on by OBBRA (the…

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Helpful Hints for a Successful Valentine’s Day

Fun StuffBy Kristi Sullivan

Yep, I’m doing the work so you can look good to your sweetie on what is probably the most fraught made-up holiday on the calendar.  Save time (and money!) by learning from others’ mistakes. “After five years of gas station…

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Hot Take on Why Market Timing Doesn’t Work

Financial EducationBy Kristi Sullivan

Okay, we all know (even though many of you have tried anyway) that jumping in and out of the stock market to avoid bad years and only participate in the good times doesn’t work.  That’s not my hot take. My…

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