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Personal Loans and Credit Card Payoffs - What You Need To Know
Submitted by Silverleaf Wealth Management on January 8th, 2021
With credit card interest rates ranging between 11 to 22%, it’s no wonder people are looking for alternative ways to handle and pay off their credit card debt. This is where a personal loan might come into play. Using a personal loan to pay off your credit card debt can help you manage your overall debt once and for all… if you know how to navigate the pitfalls.
Financial Resolutions: 6 Tips to keep you Accountable
Submitted by Silverleaf Wealth Management on December 28th, 2020
After the ball drops on New Year’s Eve, we dig up our hopes and dreams and make some resolutions. Getting back in the gym, losing weight, and eating clean, are usually at the top of the list, but what about your finances? The health of your accounts, spending habits, and investments are just as important to evaluate.
Social Security Facts for 2019
Submitted by Silverleaf Wealth Management on December 18th, 2020
As of December 2018, more than 43.7 million retired Americans collected Social Security, with more than 8 million disabled workers collecting benefits as well. But Social Security is much more than retirement income. Along with providing a small income to millions of seniors, Social Security also provides life insurance as well as survivor benefits.
An Emergency Fund for Life Unexpected
Submitted by Silverleaf Wealth Management on December 11th, 2020
One of the first lessons of finance we are taught, by our parents or through some basic personal finance course, is to make creating an emergency fund our top priority. Having a reserve of cash equivalent to six to 12 month’s worth of living expenses is considered the most fundamental principal of financial security.
What’s Your Risk Management Plan?
Submitted by Silverleaf Wealth Management on December 9th, 2020
Most people couldn’t bear the financial hardships resulting from unexpected events, such as a major house fire, a car accident, a disability or the premature death of a family breadwinner, which is why one of the most important component of a sound financial plan should be your personal risk management strategy.
Charitable Giving: How Your Gift Gives Back in Tax Deductions
Submitted by Silverleaf Wealth Management on November 25th, 2020
There’s no doubt that it feels great to help someone in need through charitable giving. There are more than 1.5 million nonprofit organizations in the United States that range from food banks and disaster relief centers to churches and cultural centers. And in 2018, Americans contributed over 4 billion dollars to charitable organizations.
The Importance of Proper Planning for a Physically Ill Spouse or Loved One
Submitted by Silverleaf Wealth Management on November 20th, 2020
Proper financial planning should always be a focus, but for those who are dealing with a physically ill spouse or loved one, it is crucial. There are several financial considerations that you will need to ponder, and naturally, these will not work with every situation, and chatting with a professional financial planner is one place to start.
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Submitted by Silverleaf Wealth Management on November 13th, 2020The Value of Investing with a Financial Professional Instead of a Do-It-Yourself Approach
Submitted by Silverleaf Wealth Management on October 29th, 2020
Paying fees for professional investment management is something we’d all like to avoid. Why pay for some guy in a suit to manage your investments when you can do-it-yourself with a simple online brokerage account? There are many reasons to trust a professional - read on to find out whether it’s worth it to go with the pros.
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