Setting Realistic Goals for Your Finances

Setting Realistic Goals for Your Finances

We have that really annoying friend or co-worker who always seems to set goals and then crush them!  They seem to have a motivational quote for every situation and conversation.  You know who they are; this is not to say that they may not be great people.  However, they seem to shine a light on the goals you made that you are not quit achieving. 

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5 Key Items for Your Estate Plan

5 Key Items for Your Estate Plan

Creating an estate plan — a plan for what will happen to your property and assets when you die or can no longer manage your affairs — can be confusing and time-consuming. But having a few basic legal documents in place can make a big difference to your loved ones during a difficult time.

Work with a trusted attorney who understands your state’s estate laws to identify the best strategies for your circumstances. Here are five key estate-planning items to consider:

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Navigating the Divorce Process

Navigating the Divorce Process

You didn’t plan on getting a divorce when you were getting married.  But, things didn’t work out and now you are facing divorce.  Divorce and be hurtful, stressful, expensive and a lengthy process.  However, by keeping perspective and following some of these dos and don’ts you can protect your interest, help save yourself time and money, and set yourself up for taking charge of your future. 

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How To Manage Your Finances After a Layoff

How To Manage Your Finances After a Layoff

With the news of the bankruptcy filing and the recent layoffs at Walter Energy and other companies, I am finding many employees have questions about how to manage financially after a lay-off.

My father, a third generation coal miner, recently retired from the Walter Energy (NYSE: WLT) after 25 years of service.

I have seen firsthand the long hours and tough work that men and women dedicate to the mining industry. For anyone who has ever experienced a layoff, you understand the uncertainty and fear that often arises. Here are three tips to help reduce fear and manage financially in times of transition:

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