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How to Help Aging Parents Financially

How to Help Aging Parents Financially

September 29, 2024
Our parents cared for us for (at least) the first couple decades of our lives. But does this mean we...
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How to Share Debt with Your Partner

How to Share Debt with Your Partner

September 29, 2024
We all want to believe that love conquers all — but debt is still very real and can greatly impact...
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How to Avoid Money Fights

How to Avoid Money Fights

September 29, 2024
We don’t always agree with our partners on money matters. Disagreements about spending or saving w...
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How to Successfully Combine Your Finances With Your Partner

How to Successfully Combine Your Finances With Your Partner

September 29, 2024
Money can be a challenging subject to bring up with your life partner. But despite how uncomfortable...
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Why Affordable Housing is Essential to Building Strong Communities

Why Affordable Housing is Essential to Building Strong Communities

September 12, 2024
Did you know Santa Cruz County has earned the title of having the highest rental market in the natio...
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Helping Young Adult Children Achieve Financial Independence

Helping Young Adult Children Achieve Financial Independence

August 21, 2024
Mastering financial independence doesn’t happen all at once. Instead, it’s a “work in progress...
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Why You Should Have a Will and Estate Plan

Why You Should Have a Will and Estate Plan

August 21, 2024
Many still believe that an estate plan is reserved for those with millions and mansions. And this th...
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How Much Insurance You Really Need

How Much Insurance You Really Need

August 21, 2024
Life teaches us that we can never be too prepared. We all need a protection plan that includes a few...
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How to Spot a Scam and Protect Your Money

How to Spot a Scam and Protect Your Money

August 21, 2024
Picture it: Your college-age granddaughter calls, distraught and scared, begging you to wire money b...
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