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Saving/Investing for Kids
Emergency Fund: What Families Need to Know
An emergency fund can help keep your family more stable in tough times. Here’s how to get started and where to keep emergency money.
By Allison Kade
Life insurance
What Is Life Insurance Laddering?
A life insurance ladder uses multiple policies to time your coverage. A ladder might save money, but can be complicated and limit your coverage choices.
By Jessica Sillers
Life insurance
What Happens If You Miss a Life Insurance Premium Payment?
If you miss a life insurance payment, your coverage may not end right away, but you should take quick action to make sure your policy stays active.
By Jessica Sillers
Life insurance
Life Insurance When You’re Self-Employed
Self-employed people might need life insurance to cover both personal and business responsibilities. Find insurance options for variable income workers and small business owners.
By Jessica Sillers
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Saving/Investing for Kids
Emergency Fund: What Families Need to Know
An emergency fund can help keep your family more stable in tough times. Here’s how to get started and where to keep emergency money.
By Allison Kade
Saving/Investing for Kids
5 Signs You Might Be Ready to Invest (and 3 Signs You’re Not)
There’s no universal sign that you’re ready to invest, but these factors can help you decide when the timing is right for you.
By Jessica Sillers
Work, Life, Balanced
CFPs, Money Coaches and More: Which Financial Professional Is Right for You?
A financial professional can help you manage your money. What type of financial pro you need can depend on the kind of help you’re looking for.
By Jessica Sillers
Wills & Estate Planning
A Pet Trust? Your Will? How to Care for Your Pet After You’re Gone
We may view our pets like family, but legally we can’t leave money directly to them. Here’s how to take care of Fido after you’re gone.
By Wendy Berkowitz
Wills & Estate Planning
What Is a Self-Proving Affidavit? (Does a Will Need to Be Notarized?)
Once you’ve written your will, you’re good to go, right? Not so fast. What’s the deal with getting your will notarized?
By Jessica Sillers
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