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Chad Rayborn | Oct 23, 2023

Informed Donating

Lifestyle
Family
If you’re planning on making some end-of-year charitable donations, there are a few questions to ask yourself first.
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Chad Rayborn | Oct 16, 2023

Negotiating a Great Mortgage in a High Rate Environment

Investments
Property
Real Estate
Finance
Mortgage rates have risen above 7%, leaving many buyers feeling like a reasonable mortgage is out of reach. While current rates look high compared to the ultra
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Chad Rayborn | Oct 9, 2023

Retiring Abroad

Retirement
Lifestyle
Spending your retirement years in a new country can be exciting, so long as you're prepared.
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Chad Rayborn | Oct 2, 2023

Navigating Fiscal Dramas and Market Downturns: What You Need to Know

Investments
Savings
Risk Management
The world of finance is never static. It's an ever-changing landscape that reflects the ebb and flow of economic indicators, political events, and public
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Chad Rayborn | Sep 25, 2023

Debt and Retirement: Can You Handle Both?

Retirement
If you’re struggling to save for retirement because of debt, it’s never too late to start.
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Chad Rayborn | Sep 18, 2023

5 Year-End Tax Planning Opportunities

Tax Planning
If you’re looking to lower your tax liability before the deadline, here are some options to consider.
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Chad Rayborn | Sep 11, 2023

IRS Changes Inheritance Rules: Protecting Your Legacy

Tax Planning
Estate Planning
The IRS recently updated some rules about trusts that could make your heirs accidentally liable for capital gains taxes. It's another quiet change that could
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Chad Rayborn | Sep 4, 2023

It's Never Too Late to Save for Retirement

Retirement
If you’re in your 50s and haven’t done much to save for retirement, you still have time.
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Chad Rayborn | Aug 28, 2023

How to Stop Subconsciously Sabotaging Your Financial Goals

Lifestyle
Investments
Finance
Savings
How often do you set new financial goals? How often do you achieve them? Most of us aren’t very successful with our goals, even when we have the best intentions
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Chad Rayborn | Aug 21, 2023

What does "Wealth" Mean to You?

Finance
Lifestyle
A clear understanding of what wealth looks like to you may help you build a financial strategy.
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Chad Rayborn | Aug 14, 2023

Unearth Your Hidden Goals: Why Talking to a Financial Professional Helps

Investments
Finance
Lifestyle
Savings
Goal-setting. It's the bread and butter of success across so many domains. But are you only scratching the surface? Dive deeper. A financial professional doesn
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Chad Rayborn | Aug 7, 2023

Financial FAQs

Finance
Retirement
From retirement savings to living abroad, here are some of our commonly asked questions.
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