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Receiving an inheritance can be a difficult time period to navigate. Not only did you just lose a loved one, but you now have the task of managing this unexpected financial situation.

The decision of whether to pay down debt or invest is one of the most common questions that people of all wealth levels struggle with. Debt is uncomfortable to many people. But not all debts are created equal. Learn how to make an informed decision about which to prioritize. You can likely do both at the same time!

Having a solid understanding of your budget can help guide you to financial independence. Budgeting is not about limiting the way that you spend your money. Rather it's about aligning your spending with what you value most. A budget should also help ensure that you make saving a priority.

Saving for college can seem like an overwhelming task, especially if you do not know where to begin. Fortunately, there are several ways in which a parent can put aside money for their child's education, such as 529's, custodial accounts or Roth IRA's. As with many things it starts with planning early.

Taxes. The word itself makes most people cringe. But how can you keep more of your money in your pocket when investing? Fortunately there are strategies that you can implement to help reduce the tax burden of your investments.

There are a lot of different types of financial professionals, which is why it is so important to understand the type of relationship you are entering into prior to working with someone. Here we explore what it means to be a fee-only advisor.