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  • Want Compassionate Kids? Be a Role Model

    Published July 11, 2011

    When it comes to teaching kids how to be charitable, writing a checking and sending it off in the mail won't cut it. 

  • Americans Plan to Have a Blast this Fourth of July

    Published July 01, 2011

    Despite the abysmal economy and 9.1% unemployment rate, most Americans still plan to celebrate Independence Day this year.   

  • To Give or Not to Give? The 2-Year Estate Planning 'Opportunity'

    Published June 27, 2011

    The 11th hour passage of the 2010 Tax Relief Act is a rare opportunity for making large gifts to future generations by gifting assets to a trust for the benefit of children and grandchildren.

  • Venerable and Vulnerable: Financial Fraud and the Elderly

    Published June 20, 2011

    Every year senior citizens are robbed of billions of dollars, and in a majority of cases, the crime goes unreported--not because the perpetrator cannot be identified, but because he or she is a family member or trusted advisor. 

  • Stealing From Grandma and Grandpa

    Published June 13, 2011

    Today's seniors are the richest elderly population the world has ever seen, which has scammers licking their chops. 

  • Job-Seeking Advice for New College Grads

    Published June 06, 2011

    Congratulations college grads! You just received your college diploma, now you have to convince someone to hire you.

  • Happy Couples Talk About Money

    Published May 31, 2011

    Buying a house and saving for retirement are big financial decisions that couples should work together on, but it's the everyday decisions like dining out or buying new shoes that can lead to divorce. 

  • The Secret Financial Life of… Your Partner

    Published May 16, 2011

    Even if you are not married, there are things everyone needs to do to protect their finances in a relationship. 

  • Gearing Up for College: What Every Parent, Student Should Know

    Published May 09, 2011

    Families with students gearing up to start the college admissions process should have this book on their shelves.  

  • College Tuition Reality Check

    Published May 02, 2011

    Despite the soaring costs of college, both parents and students continue to rank a college degree a top priority. In fact, it's so important that parents are increasingly raiding their own retirement accounts to help cover costs. But that's not the best payment plan.