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The first Saturday episode of each month this year, we will focus on a key component of a financial plan -- including spending, investing, insurance, retirement planning, estate planning, and taxes.

While short term in duration, building a five-year financial plan gives you a structured approach from which you can manage your finances in pursuit of your chosen life goals. Whether it’s aiming to ...

Understand the fundamentals of financial planning, including goal setting, budgeting, investing and risk management to take control of your financial future Written By Written by Staff Senior Editor, ...

The unfortunate reality is that Social Security benefits could look very different in the next 10 years. It’s important to understand where your benefits could be affected so you can plan accordingly.

Your financial situation has just skyrocketed. Whether from an inheritance, a business sale, or winning the lottery, sudden wealth can be overwhelming. What should you do next? Follow these crucial ...

Financial disagreements represent one of the leading causes of relationship stress and divorce, making pre-marriage financial planning crucial for long-term marital success. Many couples avoid these ...

Retirement planning can feel overwhelming, but what if taking just one step could improve your outlook? That's the idea behind The Next Step, Financial Planning's newest series. We're inviting ...

Discover the 10 key steps in developing new financial products, from concept to market launch, to understand their journey to ...