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How to freeze your credit

August 8, 2024

The Big Three There are three major credit bureaus; you will need to create an account at each bureau to properly secure your information. Experian Online: https://www.experian.com/freeze/center.html (see screenshots and step by step instructions below) By Phone: call 888-397-3742 TransUnion Online: https://service.transunion.com/dss/login.page (see screenshots and step by step instructions below) By Phone: 888-909-8872 Equifax Online: Security Freeze | Freeze or Unfreeze Your Credit | Equifax® By Phone: (automated) 800-349-9960 or (customer care) 888-298-0045

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Dealing with the Rising Cost of Healthcare and other Risk Planning

April 25, 2023

Planning for contingencies is so much a part of day-to-day life we forget we even do it. Like keeping a spare tire in the trunk or band aids in the medicine cabinet – just in case. Those of us who drive have car insurance, most of us have healthcare coverage, and either home-owner’s insurance or a renter’s policy. We understand, and even hope, that we never use the insurance and are willing to pay the

Four Ways to Apply the 80/20 Rule to Your Financial Pursuits

February 20, 2023

Ever heard of the 80/20 rule? It suggests 80% of an outcome is often the result of just 20% of the effort you put into it. This doesn’t always work. Sometimes, it’s worth going the extra mile. But often, by prioritizing the 20% of your efforts that makes the biggest splash, you can save time, simplify your finances and likely gain better results. In that spirit, here are four financial best practices that pack a

Investment Fundamentals Part 4: Patience and Personal Persistence

February 8, 2023

So far in our investment fundamentals series, we’ve explored the history of investing; how important it is to save (so you have money to invest); how to invest efficiently in broad markets; and why to avoid chasing or fleeing rising or falling prices. By applying these principles, you are much better positioned to let capital markets work their wonders on your investments. But there are two more essentials that can make or break even the

Investment Fundamentals: Remembering Years Past.

January 11, 2023

“There were so many big events competing for our attention this last year …,” said nearly every investor, almost every year, ever. We’re not making light of last year’s uncertainties. Inflation is real and lingering; we can’t rule out the possibility we’ll still see a recession instead of the hoped-for soft landing (although neither has been reported yet). Heightened levels of market volatility across stock and bond markets alike may have left you once again

An infographic by Sym Financial Advisors explains stock options for executives, highlighting the risks of high concentration in any single stock. It shows a 1-year decline rate of 75%, a 5-year rate of 35%, and a 10-year rate of 30%. The infographic, which includes a historical trend graph, emphasizes smart compensation strategies.

Stock Options for Corporate Executives

August 2, 2022

Corporate executive compensation packages often include stock options. As a supplement to a base salary, these options can be a powerful wealth creator and a core component of your overall investment portfolio and retirement plan. We believe executives need to keep in mind that the volatility and tax intricacies of these options require deft hands to manage. Wrong choices can have lasting impact and easily overpower your overall risk profile. Quick Primer on Stock Options

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How to freeze your credit

Dealing with the Rising Cost of Healthcare and other Risk Planning

Four Ways to Apply the 80/20 Rule to Your Financial Pursuits

Investment Fundamentals Part 4: Patience and Personal Persistence

Investment Fundamentals: Remembering Years Past.

Stock Options for Corporate Executives

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