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The Financial Implications of Fluffy: Costs to Consider Before Becoming A Pet Owner
Animals are just plain cute and can bring so much joy to your life, but like children, they are not cheap especially if you choose to care for your pet properly. Whether you choose to adopt or buy a pet from a store or breeder, there are several costs to consider over the life of…
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Taxes: It Pays to Treat Them Right
The following is an excerpt from Hello Harold, a book by Harold Evensky. — I know how most people feel about taxes: don’t tax me, don’t tax thee, tax the man behind the tree. Unfortunately, ultimately we gotta pay. Everyone’s interested in minimizing the pain and that’s why I’m sitting here trying to put together…
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Are Volatile Stock Markets Good for Investors?
When the ups and downs of stock markets leave you stressed and wondering whether stocks really will help you pursue your long-term financial goals, there are a few things to remember: 1. Historically, over long periods, stocks have tended to move higher. For instance, at the start of October 1987, the Standard & Poor’s (S&P)…