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4 Surefire Ways to Get the Raise You Deserve

You work hard and smart. You put your nose to the grindstone, and receive showers of praise. Don’t you think your salary should match that? We get it, asking for a raise can seem intimidating. But you shouldn’t let asking for a raise intimidate...

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How Should You Allocate Your Assets?

If you’re building an investment portfolio, you’ve most likely wondered how you should allocate your assets.  It’s a good question to ask: picking the right mix of stocks, bonds, hard assets, and other investment vehicles is arguably the biggest...

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Why Diversification is an Essential Part of Investing

Many times, investors will put a huge portion of their portfolios into a “can’t miss” investment, or allocate most of their money into one investment vehicle. After all, who doesn't want to make a huge profit quickly? While this tactic may lead to...

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5 Easy Tips for Financial Spring Cleaning

Spring has finally sprung, and many of us take time during the warmer weather to dust off the cobwebs and clean up our homes and clutter. While making your house tidy is great, what about your finances? Way more exciting than cleaning the house,...

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A Big Financial Blind Spot for Entrepreneurs

When it comes to financial literacy, entrepreneurs rank low. For example, an extensive international study by the ACCA (Association of Certified Chartered Accountants) found that small business owners performed worse than the general population...

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A Key To Success in Long-Term Investing

Everyone loves a good story - whether it's through a best-selling novel or a box-office hit, we can't help but get drawn into a compelling narrative. Journalists are well aware of this, and it's virtually a job requirement to make connections...

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How Much Do You Need to Save For Retirement?

Have you ever wondered how much you need to save for retirement? It’s a question that’s frequently asked by investors. However, depending on who you ask this question to, you’ll get some very different answers. Many will suggest a ballpark figure...

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Some Great Ways to Spring Clean Your Finances

Spring has finally arrived, and it’s the perfect inspiration to clean up your finances. Just like when you clean your home or apartment, now is a great time to examine your financial management and improve it in a few ways. If you’ve ever wondered...

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