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C is for Can You Afford Early Retirement?

By on April 29, 2013 in Answers from A to Z, Topics to Think About

Early retirement is a phrase many Americans wish they could turn into a reality. While retiring in your 50s or early 60s sounds enticing, it typically requires years of planning to make sure you’ve accumulated enough retirement assets to last for 20 or 30 years or more. It’s important to factor in how an early [...]

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AZ Asks Advisor Views How to Keep Emotions in Check When Making Investment Decisions.

By on January 30, 2013 in AZ Asks, Topics to Think About, Uncategorized

A feature from Ann Zuraw, Compass Financial Partners. Advisor Views offers timely investment news and market updates designed to keep you informed, while enhancing your overall investment experience. Keep Emotions in Check When Making Investment Decisions The continuing sluggish economy has pushed some investors’ emotions to the extreme. Deciding what to do with your investments [...]

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P is for Parenting after Divorce.

By on January 21, 2013 in Answers from A to Z, Divorce Info, Topics to Think About

  Many divorced couples will tell you that dealing with their ex after divorce is not an easy task, especially when children are involved. Do you want to continue with the conflict and communication breakdown, or are you willing to choose honor and integrity for the future well being of your children? The key is [...]

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Financial Confidence a Chief Concern for Women.

By on January 17, 2013 in Answers from A to Z, Know Your Options, Topics to Think About

August 2011 “Making a positive impact on as many lives as I can.” Please contact me if you have friends and family who would enjoy receiving this newsletter! Ann Zuraw, CFP®, CFA®, CDFA® Compass Financial Partners, LLC Wealth Advisor 3623 North Elm Street Suite 201 Greensboro, NC 27455 336-510-1329 Fax: 336-510-1553 azuraw@compassfp.com http://www.WomenMoneyand Divorce.com YOUR [...]

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Chicks Chat and Change – Fabulous Financial Facts- Market Cap

By on January 16, 2013 in Chicks Chat and Change, Fabulous Financial Facts, Topics to Think About

Chicks, Chat and Change Financial Terminology 101 Welcome back. I am Ann Zuraw We are continuing on with our Financial Terminology 101 and keeping it very simple and general. Today we are going to talk about what Market Capitalization or Market “Cap” is. Market Cap is one measure by which a company’s size is classified. [...]

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What’s inside Your Purse? – Newlyweds

By on January 16, 2013 in Chicks Chat and Change, Topics to Think About, Uncategorized

The stories I am hearing are wonderful and right on target for our financial discussions and I will be sharing them with you in upcoming videos. Here’s today’s story. Early on in her marriage a young newlywed decided that she would be diligent about using coupons for everything and she always would take the savings [...]

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N is for what NOT to do during your divorce.

By on January 7, 2013 in Divorce Info, Topics to Think About

  The divorce process can be filled with uncertainty, emotional anxiety, fear and confusion. From the moment you begin to contemplate that your marriage may be over — to the final signing of the divorce papers — you may experience one of the most emotionally draining periods in your life. During this time you will [...]

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L is for Lending to Friends and Family.

By on December 17, 2012 in Answers from A to Z, Topics to Think About

    Should you lend money to friends or families that are hurting financially?  Many of us have a hard time denying this request from a loved one. It’s not wrong to want to help someone in need, but do so without destroying your own finances. Before you consider making this loan — reflect on [...]

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K is for Keeping Holiday Spending under Control.

By on December 10, 2012 in Answers from A to Z, Topics to Think About

      The holiday season fills most of us with excitement, nostalgia and anticipation. We look forward to holiday festivities, beautiful decorations, special gatherings and the exchange of gifts between family and friends. What we sometime forget during all the hustle and bustle is not to get in over our head in debt. In [...]

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J is for Joining Finances with Your Partner.

By on December 3, 2012 in Answers from A to Z, Topics to Think About

      Due to the rise in marriages occurring later in life, many couples are entering their first marriage with assets.  So how do you deal with merging two lives emotionally and financially without causing strain on the relationship? The key would be to start with an open and honest workable structure for your [...]

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