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Financial Planning for Special-Needs Children

Posted on April 3, 2012 by acollins

When you have children, you naturally want the best for them—both when you’re alive and long after you’ve passed on. But that desire to see your children well cared for takes on new meaning when they have special needs. They’ll … Continue reading →

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Planning for a Rainy Day: How Much Should You Save?

Posted on March 29, 2012 by acollins

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 5.7 million Americans have been unemployed for 27 weeks or longer. That’s nearly seven months with no income. Previously, financial advisors had suggested a rainy-day fund consisting of six months of … Continue reading →

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Wads of Cash: Managing Large Sums of Money

Posted on March 26, 2012 by acollins

There are many ways you can receive a windfall and be looking at a large sum of money falling into your lap: an inheritance, a trust fund, winning the lottery, or selling stocks may be some of the ways you … Continue reading →

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