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How Much Money Do I Need to Retire?
Use these basic principles to calculate your retirement number, find out if you're on track with saving, learn what to watch out for in your planning, and take your next steps to develop a clearer vision for your financial future and the timeline to get there.
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Marriage & Money - Part I
According to some statistics, couples argue about money more than anything else. If that's you, then putting some focused effort into your finances could literally save your marriage. Here's how...
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Make the Most of Your Windfall
Both thrilling and daunting, a windfall is an opportunity to reshape your financial future. Here's an ordered look at what you should do.
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An Investment Strategy for Better Returns
Let's talk more specifically about the problem with the typical diversified portfolio investment strategy and our solution. Be sure to note
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What Should I Do with My Old 401k?
Many people forget to do something with their old 401k and end up doing nothing. Let's look at the options to help you make better choices.
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Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA
Hello again! I am back this week to go into a little more detail on why I usually recommend a Roth vs Traditional IRA for most people.
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How to Prioritize Your Retirement Contributions
Many people think that if they just max out their 401(k), they will be set when it comes time for retirement. But I think you can do better.
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Addressing Investors' Top 2 Concerns
Investors want the best returns, but they do not want to accept the risk of losing money in a down market. Because investors do not want to
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Introducing Our Newest Team Member
I have known Matt for about ten years and I am excited to introduce him to you. Watch our chat to learn more about him and his role at CFG.
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Getting Financially Fit
Looking to increase your “financial fitness”? Check out this article in the latest issue of Mount Pleasant Magazine where Katherine Waters s
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The Personal Touch
Check out this article in Mount Pleasant Magazine about the personal touch we offer each client at Convergent Financial Group.
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The results are in...
The voting results are in and I am grateful to be counted among the favorites of Mount Pleasant in Mount Pleasant Magazine's Best of Mount P
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How Much College Can You Afford?
This is the question the fine folks at Lowcountry Parent know you want an answer to. They posed it to me, along with several others, for...
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The Money Checklist: Phase 3
If you’re a money nerd like me, this is where all the fun is. Your foundation is laid and the basics are behind you, so now you get to dream
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The Money Checklist: Phase 2
This week we're moving on to Phase 2, Debt, Retirement, & College. Even if you're still working through the first phase, keep reading... thi
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The Money Checklist | A Financial Plan to Follow - Phase 1
Financial Plan | What you Should Do Step by Step | This 3-part series takes you from the basics to the advanced.
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How Long Should I Keep My Tax Returns?
I was surprised that the answer wasn’t necessarily the 7 years that I expected. Here are the 7 guiding principles to help you determine the
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It's a Risky Business
What does forecasting future market conditions mean for a long-term investor? Even those who know better can be at risk.
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3 Reasons to Celebrate!
2020 is here and we have some exciting news to share! First, you likely remember that last year we announced that we'd have a savings compet
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How to Know If You're Saving Enough
Am I saving enough? Here's the rule of thumb you can use to know if you're saving enough for retirement and other non-budgeted items.
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