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Social Security Card
Do you need Social Security?

Jun 29, 2021 05:33AM ● By Dr. Glenn Mollette

I knew a minister who opted out of Social Security. It was one of the biggest mistakes of his life.

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Financial Literacy Quiz
Can you pass this financial literacy quiz?

May 24, 2021 12:32PM ● By Karen Telleen-Lawton

This knowledge could make you less susceptible to scammers.

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Three pink buckets almost overflowing with cash, of multiple different bills
If you want buckets of money, take care of your retirement first

Mar 22, 2021 03:37PM ● By Karen Telleen-Lawton

Wouldn’t it reduce your stress considerably to know you were on track to retire with buckets of money?

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Finances in a pandemic: Seniors are better off

Dec 22, 2020 10:26AM ● By Karen Telleen-Lawton

Short term, our age group is faring better financially than others. But beware low interest rates.

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Year-end financial tips
Crucial year-end financial tips for 2020

Nov 23, 2020 01:57PM ● By Karen Telleen-Lawton

Ten ways to enhance your fiscal health in 2021.

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Common retirement money misconceptions

Oct 01, 2020 04:11PM ● By Karen Telleen-Lawton

Topping the list of retirement misconceptions are when to take Social Security. The short answer is, you should begin taking Social Security distributions at age...

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Save money and energy with Grand Valley Home Insulation

Oct 01, 2020 04:08PM ● By Jan Weeks

What if you could cut your energy bill, drastically reduce traffic noise in your home, and extend the life of your air conditioner and furnace?

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Budget overhaul after COVID-19

Jun 26, 2020 09:49AM ● By Karen Telleen-Lawton

Examine the pandemic’s effect on your budget and financial life You’ve planted a victory garden, cleaned the garage and caught up with old (...

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Scammers are taking advantage of fears surrounding the Coronavirus

Mar 26, 2020 11:14AM ● By Beacon Senior News

Don’t let anyone rush you into making a donation. If someone wants donations in cash, by gift card, or by wiring money, don’t do it. Coron...

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Making holidays bright—and affordable

Nov 02, 2016 02:49PM ● By Nathaniel Sillin

Already dreading what you’ll spend this holiday season? It doesn’t have to be that way.Gifts aren’t the only budget-busting culprit during t...

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Is hoarding cash the prudent move as market awaits election results?

Oct 04, 2016 10:47AM ● By Guest

Could cash stuffed into a Mason jar and buried in the back yard be the best investment hedge against the unpredictable future that this year...

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How to help the grandkids pay for college

Aug 31, 2016 01:12PM ● By Teresa Ambord

Starting young is key. Money you set aside now to send your new grandbaby to college someday obviously has the best chance of growing into s...

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