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December 15, 2013

How Much Should I Spend On Christmas Presents?

"How much would you recommend being the most we can put on our credit card for Christmas gifts for our kids?"

November 5, 2013

Grad School and Retirement--Help?

Am I better off contributing to a Roth account ..., or should I go with a traditional retirement plan and roll it over if/when I go to grad school?"

September 27, 2013

How to Sell Stock to Buy a House

"What is the best way to sell stock and buy a house in a tax efficient manner? Is there a way to minimize the tax burden through these transactions?"

August 12, 2013

Is 13-20% Return Good?

"My 401k isn't matched, but the rate of return, is between 13%-20%. Is this good, unusual, or does it matter?"

June 21, 2013

Avoiding "Madoff"

"Any suggestions on how to find a financial advisor who won't "Madoff" me?"

May 15, 2013

My 401(k) Contributions Are Now Limited

"My employer just sent me a letter stating that I could not contribute more than 10% to my 401(k) because I am a “highly paid” employee..."