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How Employers Can Ensure They're Paying All Employees Fairly
'Equal pay for equal work' has been the law since 1963, but pay gaps because of gender, race and other characteristics persist. How does a company get it right?
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Vanguard ETFs vs Mutual Funds: Which Make for Better Investments?
mutual funds Knowing the difference between Vanguard ETFs vs mutual funds is key for investors considering Vanguard is one of the largest low-cost fund providers in the U.S.
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Six Retirement Killers to Avoid at All Costs
retirement planning Financial planners see people making these financial mistakes all the time, and they can endanger your retirement. Here's how to get back on track.
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Do You Know How Much You've Saved in Your 401(k)?
And are you sure you're enrolled in one? A surprising number of workers don't know where they stand with their company's retirement plan. Time to find out.
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Why Financial Literacy Starts at Home and School
Financial literacy is lower among women and young people. The right education in school can help level the playing field, but good money habits start at home.
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Riches vs Wealth: A Cautionary Tale From 'The Hobbit'
The story of dwarven king Thorin Oakenshield in J.R.R. Tolkien's classic novel perfectly illustrates how the relentless pursuit of wealth can undermine the fulfilling experience of true riches.
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Gen X: We Need to Talk About Your Retirement
Juggling kids, aging parents and work? No wonder you don't want to talk about your own retirement. But there are four key areas you should be discussing now.
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How Much Do You Need for a Comfortable Retirement?
What you need to be comfortable in retirement won't be the same as what your neighbor might need. Here's a scenario in which $1 million might be enough.
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In Defense of Insurance Agents and Brokers
People who sell insurance are often not consumers' favorite people. Here are some reasons why you might want to give insurance agents a break.
