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Best Tips for Choosing a Financial Advisor

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Laura answers a listener’s question about investing a lump sum or using a  dollar-cost averaging (DCA) strategy. Find out what DCA is and its pros and cons.

Investing by Lump Sum versus Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA)

4 Strategies to Earn More Interest on Savings

Laura reviews ten critical investing rules to build wealth and achieve your financial goals.

10 Rules for Successful Investing You Should Know

Learn about asset location, how it can help you minimize taxes, and how to find the optimal strategy for you.

How Asset Location Cuts Taxes and Saves Money

Find out how HRAs work, are different from other medical savings options, and how to use one to dramatically cut the cost of healthcare and save more money.

Best Tips for Choosing a Financial Advisor

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