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Is It Possible to Save for Retirement While Paying Down Debt? (The Answer Is Yes!)

If you’re struggling to prioritize paying down debt and saving for retirement, here are a few tips for striking the right balance.

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Debt Management in the Years Before Retirement

If you’re concerned about how your debt repayment obligations will impact your lifestyle in retirement, now’s the time to reduce.

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The Credit Check: Managing Student Loan Debt and Credit Health for Physicians

Your dedication to becoming a licensed medical professional has taken you on a long, rewarding educational journey. But, as you’re all too familiar with, that journey has come at a cost. Nearly three-quarters of all medical students graduate with student loan debt—often substantial debt. Medical professionals owe, on average, $250,995.1   If you’re in the process of building a healthy financial foundation for yourself and your family but are burdened with…

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Exploring Charleston’s Hidden Gems: A Retiree’s Guide

Until you visit Charleston, you don’t truly appreciate how much this city offers. If you’re thinking about relocating here in retirement, there’s no doubt you’ll find plenty of fun activities to fill your days with. To help you get a taste of what Charleston has in store, here are some of our favorite hidden gems in and around the city. The Serenity of White Point Garden If you’re already visiting…

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The Role Reversal: A Guide to Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Caring for Aging Parents

We’re reviewing the emotional landscape involved with caring for aging parents and providing tips for caring for yourself and your loved ones.

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The Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC) provides protection for securities and cash in client brokerage accounts.
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Asset Protection at Charles Schwab

With the recent merger between TD Ameritrade and Charles Schwab, many of you may be asking, “are my accounts safe at Schwab?

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Creating a Sustainable Withdrawal Strategy in Retirement

For decades, you’ve saved and invested diligently to fund the retirement lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of. But did you know that how you withdraw your money in retirement greatly impacts how far those savings can stretch? Some people find that developing a tax-efficient withdrawal strategy is just as (if not more) complex than building up those savings in the first place. All of this isn’t to deter you from spending…

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