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What parents need to know about today’s college admissions landscape
The college admissions landscape is changing. Learn more about these changes and what parents can do to help their children get into the school of their choice.
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Important financial lessons your child probably won’t learn in high school
School is more demanding than ever, but there is some important financial education that even the most challenging curriculum doesn’t include. Here are some key financial lessons your child probably won’t learn in school and ways you can help rectify it.
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Understanding your Social Security spousal benefits after divorce
You may be planning to receive Social Security benefits from your spouse’s working career. But what happens to the retirement income you were counting on in the event of divorce? You still have options.
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Six reasons why your child should apply for an internship
Internships, co-ops, and apprenticeship positions can provide great preparation for your child's future endeavors. Here are six reasons why incorporating at least one internship into the college experience can help.
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Five questions to help couples with financial planning
Working side by side to pursue financial goals can bring partners closer. These five questions can help determine if you’re on the same financial page and how to take a more unified approach.
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Five things to do after receiving a college acceptance letter
Has your child been accepted to college? There’s a lot to do between now and when you drop him or her off on campus for the first time, including the five listed here.
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Active vs. passive investing—what's the difference?
When researching how to invest your money, you’ll often come across the debate between active and passive investing strategies. What are the differences? And which one’s right for you? We’ll provide insight on these questions and more as we add to the discussion.
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Can grandparents gift to a 529 account?
Did you know that grandparents can open and maintain a 529 education savings account without worrying about financial aid eligibility?
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What is inflation?
Here’s a little lesson on what inflation is and what you can do to try to lessen its impact on your wallet.
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What can you do with an inherited retirement account?
Inheriting a retirement account from an IRA owner or someone with a qualified retirement account comes with quite a few confusing rules to follow. Learn which rules apply to you, so you can make an informed decision about what to do with your inheritance.
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