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A Blueprint for Helping to Build Your Advisory Practice
As a financial professional, you can draw lessons from Advisors Excel's journey to find ideas, strategies and inspiration for growing your own advisory business.
By Cody Foster
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An Expert's Take: Why You Should Resist a Zero-Down Mortgage
While it's certainly enticing, a zero-down mortgage comes with significant risks, especially if home values decline or you want to refinance.
By Jared Elson, Investment Adviser
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I'm Embarrassed to Ask: What Is a Life Insurance Trust?
Life insurance trusts, particularly irrevocable life insurance trusts (ILITs), can minimize estate taxes and protect your heir's inheritance.
By Marguerite Weese, JD, LL.M.
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Are Your Employees Quietly Cracking? What to Do About That
Some employees who are unable to change jobs due to economic conditions are doing only the bare minimum, leading to decreased work quality and team morale.
By Alice Grey Harrison
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Headed for the Retirement Red Zone? This Plan Avoids Fumbles
These strategies help safeguard your nest egg and ensure long-term financial success during the five years before retirement and the five years after.
By Dustin L. Tait
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I'm a Financial Planner: How You Can Get Started With RMDs
The IRS will come knocking for its share of your tax-deferred retirement savings when you hit 73, but planning ahead for RMDs will ensure you're ready.
By Eric Heckman, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, CRTP
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Expert Tips on How to Replace Your Paycheck in Retirement
Bills don't stop once you retire — and you can't expect your Social Security checks to cover them all. Don't risk running out of money. Instead, make a plan.
By Rick Seiler
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Pets to Paintings: Little Things Can Cause Big Estate Trouble
Sentimental items might have little monetary value, but their disposition can cause hurt feelings. Talking about who wants what and labeling items can help.
By Eric W. Bond
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Take Advantage of Retirement Tax Benefits While They Last
Recent tax changes, including an extra $6,000 deduction for those 65 and older, present a golden opportunity for retirees to reduce their tax bills.
By Ryan Polimeni
