German emphasis on thrift stands in contrast to American consumerism – and both have pitfalls when carried to extremes.
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Germany’s Impulse To Save
Tag Archives: Saving
Young Workers Rush Toward Retirement
If you achieve financial independence and retire early, as the FIRE movement suggests, what happens next?
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Another Insurance Product On The Menu
More companies are offering employees “critical illness insurance.” Is it a financially healthy choice?
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States Roll Out ABLE Plans
Four states have launched tax-sheltered savings plans for beneficiaries with disabilities, and many more are on the way.
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Good Intentions, Bad Policy On Retirement Savings
Too many Americans face a future retirement for which they will have too little in savings. Is this because they …
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The Fading Greenback
The U.S. dollar isn’t as popular as it once was. In the second quarter of this year, which ended on …
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The Elusive Right-Sized Emergency Fund
There is all sorts of advice about how much to save for emergencies, and none of it is right for you.
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