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Find the latest feature articles here! We generally post new articles every week, and most of them can be found right here. Click on any headline below to find the full article. And be sure to click the 'view more articles' link at the bottom of the page to read articles you may have missed.

Just How Safe is Your 401k Money Market?
We've had a number of calls asking about the safety of the Money Market fund in the 401k Plan. This depends on which airline you are with, but we can state some general opinions here. . . . more»
How to Protect Your Money From Bank Failure
How to Protect Your Money From Bank Failure Sure, your Bank accounts are covered by FDIC insurance, right? Here's how to extend your coverage beyond $100,000. . . . more»
Saving for Personal Greatness and Freedom
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Saving for Personal Greatness and Freedom "Your savings, believe it or not, affect the way you stand, the way you walk, the tone of your voice. In short, your physical well-being and self-confidence. A man without savings is always running. He must. He must take the first job offered, or nearly so. He sits nervously on life's chairs because any small emergency throws him into the hands of others.... . . . more»
ROTH 401(K) OR TRADITIONAL 401(K): WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
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The Roth 401(k) is a fairly new option for retirement investment that it seems everyone is talking about. The Roth 401(k) is a wonderful investment choice for some people, but is not right for everyone. Here is what you should know to make a good decision about your 401(k) plan. . . . more»

How Much Can I Withdraw From My Retirement Accounts?
How Much Can I Withdraw From My Retirement Accounts? If you are nearing retirement age, you are likely giving a lot of thought to your retirement budget. In order to finalize a realistic budget, you must first answer two basic questions. The first is "How much money will I need each year?" The second is "How much money can I safely withdraw?" It is important that your budget account for both of these factors. . . . more»
Taxes - Paying Less Legally
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How can you pay less in taxes each year? If you are an employee, the answer is deductions. Here are some overlooked deductions, and some of the "secret deductions" that don't appear on the tax forms. . . . more»
Top 3 Reasons Never to Borrow from Your 401k
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Top 3 Reasons Never to Borrow from Your 401k We've become a nation of 401k borrowers. Fidelity Investments, the nations largest provider of 401k Plans says that 20% of 401k investors have a loan. Don't Do it! Here are three reasons why. Two are guaranteed to happen every time you borrow. The third is a danger you can't afford to take. Read on... . . . more»
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