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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (June 14–15)

Nerd's Eye View

Other key findings from the survey included a gap between long-term investment return expectations of investors and advisors (12.6% Other key findings from the survey included a gap between long-term investment return expectations of investors and advisors (12.6%

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Financial Planning For Freelancers: 8 Tips To Budget And Save

Clever Girl Finance

Create a realistic budget 2. Without a steady paycheck or employer benefits, youre responsible for your own budgeting, savings, and future planning. Create a realistic budget Budgeting isnt just for nine-to-fiversits the lifeline of freelancers. Table of contents Why financial planning for freelancers is crucial 1.

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Government Spending Is Out of Control! LOL

The Big Picture

investment firm. The text accompanying that chart reads: “ Consumption: in 2024, one third of GDP came from government spending, a record high excluding periods of war or crisis; this was financed by 6-7% budget deficits, another unwelcome peacetime record.” That has been the case over decades of reading everything.

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42% More Likely to Succeed? Write Down Your 10 Financial Goals for 2025!

Dear Mr. Market

Create or Refresh Your Budget Think of your budget as the foundation of your financial house. Review Investment Allocations Markets evolve, and so should your portfolio. Remember: investing isnt about timing the market, its about time in the market. Heres your top 10 financial planning checklist for the new year.

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New Year, New Financial Goals: Five Tips for Setting Yourself Up for Success in 2025

MainStreet Financial Planning

Create a Realistic Budget A budget is telling your money where to go instead of wondering where it went, says leadership coach and author, John Maxwell. Start by evaluating your income and monthly expenses, then allocate funds toward your savings, investments, and debt repayment goals. But remember, flexibility is key.

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (January 25–26)

Nerd's Eye View

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Rabbithole: What Do People Get Wrong About Money?

The Big Picture

David Nadig, “ Rabbithole ” March 7, 2025 I had fun chatting with Dave Nadig about philosophy, behavior, and investing ( video after the jump). Question : “ Barry, your book How Not to Invest dissects numerous financial misconceptions. But let’s set aside markets and investing strategies entirely.