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Top Reads: Education in a Post-COVID World
In this issue of Top Reads, we’ve included a number of perspectives on the changing face of education in the midst of massive disruption.
In this issue of Top Reads, we’ve included a number of perspectives on the changing face of education in the midst of massive disruption.
We are now several months into the pandemic which has slowed economic activity and in-person social events. Many school districts across the country remain closed and record numbers of Americans are working from home or unemployed. While many expect schools Read more…
With no clear ending in sight, the coronavirus crisis continues to unfold around the globe bringing with it a significant economic impact. In a time of uncertainty and anxiety, this month’s collection of Top Reads is intended to deliver valuable Read more…
The excitement of the holidays is upon us! However you celebrate, we hope you’re taking a well-deserved break and spending time with family and friends. While most people look forward to the holidays, it’s not uncommon to feel a good Read more…
No one likes to make mistakes, especially when it comes to our finances. But even the most financially savvy among us has made financial missteps over the years. In this edition of Top Reads, Barry Ritholtz explains why it’s so Read more…
This week’s Top Reads are all about challenging conventional thinking in order to be successful. From saving for retirement, to beliefs about time and money, to second opinions on your portfolio, these articles may change the way you think about Read more…
This week’s top reads are all about the important stuff! From how to discuss money with your children to creating healthy spending habits, while keeping your happiness at the forefront. In the personal finance section, Jonathan Clements encourages us to Read more…
So much of the financial media is focused on more: increasing investment yields, growing net worth, saving as much as possible for retirement. And while these are well-intentioned pursuits, it’s important to maintain a sense of balance in financial matters, Read more…
In this week’s Top Reads, we look at the relationship between money and happiness. In the personal finance section, Sam Horn uncovers the fear that many people associate with retirement and shares how to overcome it, Tony Isola explains how Read more…
The end of the school year is fast approaching, so this week’s top reads are all about students and financial literacy. To kick us off, Michael F. Kay reveals a surprising statistic on how many parents are uncomfortable talking to Read more…
With Mother’s Day just around the corner (on May 12th), this week’s top reads are all about celebrating mom, and the important female role models in our lives. In the personal finance section, Gail Marksjarvis discusses the motherhood penalty and Read more…
In this week’s top reads personal finance section, we’ve chosen a theme of kids and money, with some tips about teaching them financial skills and making the most of financial gifts during one’s lifetime and after, via the estate. In Read more…
With the upcoming 2018 income tax deadline, this week’s top reads are full of tax tips to help you get the most out of your tax return. In the Personal Tax Tips section, Eric Roberge helps us to determine whether Read more…
You’ll find this week’s top reads helpful in many areas of your financial life. In the personal finance section, Nick Magguilli keeps retirement planning simple by focusing on asset allocation and savings rate, Ben Carlson tells us what to do Read more…
In the spirit of international women’s month, this week’s top reads are about women, the wage gap, the investing gap, women planning for retirement, and female entrepreneurs. In the personal finance section, Judith Ward shares recent survey results from Forbes Read more…
This week’s top reads cover a range of topics, from retirement planning for women to market disruption. In the personal finance section, Morgan Housel explains why time horizon works, Russ Thornton tells us how to create a retirement savings goal, Read more…
This week’s top reads include articles with insightful information—you will be better equipped for market volatility, retirement, and business leadership for having read them. In the personal finance section, Morgan Housel packs in-depth information on efficiency and conservation into one Read more…
The theme of this week’s top reads is giving, whether you are transferring wealth and assets to your heirs or giving back professionally. In the personal finance section, Lisa Brown shares how to plan your estate distribution depending on the Read more…
This week’s top reads are all about how to avoid mistakes and minimize uncertainty. In the personal finance section, Philip Detlefs shares common investment mistakes, Travis Shepherd helps us get excited about retirement by creating a detailed plan, and Christine Read more…
This is the last article of a six part series to help simplify your search for a financial advisor. Our fifth installment discussed 5 Key Areas to Consider When You Interview Potential Advisors “Robo-advisors” are online investing platforms that provide Read more…
This is the fifth part of a six part series to help simplify your search for a financial advisor. Our fourth installment discussed What Should I Consider When Looking for a Fiduciary? Once you’ve narrowed down a few financial advisors Read more…
This week’s top reads collection has something for everyone – from startups to retirement planning. In the personal finance section, Michael F Kay shares how asking good questions can help us work through the bugs in our financial lives, Andreas Read more…
This is the fourth part of a six part series to help simplify your search for a financial advisor. Our third installment discussed What Types of Financial Advisor Fees Should I Be Aware of? So you’re ready! You’ve thought through Read more…
There are many great lessons and thought provoking articles in this week’s set of top reads. In the personal finance section, Ben Carlson unpacks how tiny improvements can make a big impact on our savings accounts, Nick Maggiulli shares four Read more…