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Tracy Valero | Feb 1, 2024

Bad Money Habits: How They Vary by Generation & How to Break Them for Good

Investments
Finance
Savings
Lifestyle
What was the last money mistake you made? If you’re like most folks, you’ve made at least one upsetting money mistake in the past year — and you’d like to do
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Tracy Valero | Jan 15, 2024

Investors & the Markets: What to Watch Out for in an Election Year

Investments
Finance
Lifestyle
Retirement
Smart investing doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Current events matter, and this year, the 2024 Presidential Elections are taking center stage. That’s rattling a
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Tracy Valero | Jan 1, 2024

Debt and Retirement: Can You Handle Both?

Retirement
If you’re struggling to save for retirement because of debt, it’s never too late to start.
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Tracy Valero | Dec 18, 2023

Creating an Investment Philosophy

Investments
A clear investment philosophy may help you stay focused on your goals, even in times of uncertainty.
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Tracy Valero | Dec 4, 2023

How to Boost Your Financial Literacy: 5 Simple Tips for Success

Finance
Education

Many of us have experienced the cost of financial literacy gaps at one point or another. And if you’re like most folks, the gaps in your financial literacy

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Tracy Valero | Nov 20, 2023

Your Brain on Fear & Greed: Why It’s Hard to Stop the Fear-Greed Cycle (& How to Break It)

Investments
Savings
What happens when you start to feel afraid or greedy? Do you feel like taking your time and waiting to make your next move?
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Tracy Valero | Nov 6, 2023

Unlock Your Earning Potential: 3 Essential Steps for Negotiating a Higher Salary in Your Next Job Offer

Lifestyle
Savings
Finance
Are you currently negotiating a new job offer or searching for a new role? This article aims to guide you on your journey. The question is: how do you ensure
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Tracy Valero | Nov 1, 2023

Don’t Let These Costly Retirement Mistakes Drain Your Nest Egg

Investments
Retirement
Savings
Estate Planning
Risk Management
If you know what mistakes tend to drain retirement savings, you can take caution, make more informed decisions, and stay on track to fund your dream retirement.
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Tracy Valero | Oct 16, 2023

Negotiating a Great Mortgage in a High Rate Environment

Investments
Property
Real Estate
Finance
Mortgage rates have risen above 7%, leaving many buyers feeling like a reasonable mortgage is out of reach. While current rates look high compared to the ultra
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Tracy Valero | Oct 2, 2023

Navigating Fiscal Dramas and Market Downturns: What You Need to Know

Investments
Savings
Risk Management
The world of finance is never static. It's an ever-changing landscape that reflects the ebb and flow of economic indicators, political events, and public
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Tracy Valero | Sep 18, 2023

IRS Changes Inheritance Rules: Protecting Your Legacy

Tax Planning
Estate Planning
The IRS recently updated some rules about trusts that could make your heirs accidentally liable for capital gains taxes. It's another quiet change that could
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Tracy Valero | Sep 4, 2023

How to Stop Subconsciously Sabotaging Your Financial Goals

Lifestyle
Investments
Finance
Savings
How often do you set new financial goals? How often do you achieve them? Most of us aren’t very successful with our goals, even when we have the best intentions
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