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American Express OPEN Forum: Expect the Unexpected

There are so many possible unexpected strains on your wallet: helping adult children, a loss of a job or a sudden health emergency. Are you ready for those situations when they arise? In my latest  American Express OPEN Forum article, I tell you how you can plan for unexpected scenarios and soften the financial blow after the fact.

New York Daily News: How to reach financial goals

I recently learned that 3 out of 4 Americans feel that the pace of society is making it harder for them to achieve their long-term financial goals. In this week’s New York Daily News column, I provide some tips that can help make it easier to spend less, save more, and accomplish any other financial goals you may have.

New York Daily News: Saving for Retirement

According to a recent study by the Employee Benefit Research Institute, working for a few extra years to save money for retirement might not be helping us as much as we think it is.  However, there are some things we can do to counter this news.  Check out my latest New York Daily News column, where I give some tips on how to better prepare for retirement.

New York Daily News: Financial Fragility and Retirement

According to the National Council on Aging, one in three senior citizens feels economically insecure. In my latest New York Daily News column, I provide some tips on how to overcome this situation and prepare for a secure retirement.

Kick-Start Your Life Today: A Financial Makeover

This morning on Today I sat down with a mother of three who is looking to shape up her finances and stop living from paycheck to paycheck. To see the tips I gave her, check out the video clip below.

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wowOwow: Tips for Saving

Check out my new wowOwow post here – in it, I tell you how five small changes to your financial habits can save you thousands of dollars and help boost your nest egg.

Money 911: IRA’s

On Today’s Money 911 we talked about how you can reduce the tax burden to your heirs and how to invest that money if you’ve come into an inheritance. To learn more check out the video clip below.

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Today’s Money: Money Maximizing Websites

This morning on Today I spoke with Natalie Morales about some of my best web sources to help you save better, spend less and invest smarter. To learn more check out the video clip below.

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Money 911: Rolling into an IRA

On Today’s Money 911 we talked about what debit should be paid down first if you owe to credit cards, loans and the IRS and if it’s better to roll your 403(b) or 401(k) into an IRA or a Roth IRA. To learn about these topics and more check out the video clip below.

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Today’s Money: Financial Fragility

Would you have the funds on hand if you’re presented with an unexpected expense? What if the car breaks down, or you need to get to the doctor? This morning on Today I spoke with Matt Lauer about what it means to be financially fragile. Check out the video clip below to find out if you fit into that category, and get some tips on becoming a better saver.

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