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March 2014

  • Donna Skeels Cygan

Delia Ephron and Me
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While writing my book, The Joy of Financial Security (published November 2013; available on Amazon and in bookstores nationwide), I had to fight to keep personal stories in the book. A few stories were from my childhood and others were from my financial planning clients. Some editors and reviewers envisioned the book as a financial [...]read more
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Simplify Your Financial Life, Part 3
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There are many other ways to simplify your financial life beyond organizing your files. Consider simplifying your lifestyle and reducing your spending. You may significantly reduce your budget by not buying new clothing, and that money can be redirected into savings and investments. Instead of buying a new car, decide to stretch your car to [...]read more
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Simplify Your Financial Life, Part 2
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Are your investment accounts scattered? Do you have accounts at three different banks and four different brokerage firms? Or, do you have three different 401k accounts or IRAs from previous employers? People who are great savers often respond to offers to open accounts at different banks and brokerage firms. With accounts at different places, it [...]read more
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Simplify Your Life, Simplify Your Finances
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When it comes to happiness, less is more Simplifying your life may include many different factors. It may be de-cluttering your house or office. It may involve getting rid of some responsibilities that are causing you stress. It may require that you stop being a perfectionist. It might mean saying “no” when people ask you [...]read more

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