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10 Best Low-Risk Investments In April 2024

Savings Corner

Even as inflation comes down and the Federal Reserve’s tightening cycle looks like it’s about to end , the economy still faces the risk of a recession. An annuity can also offer you a way to grow your income on a tax-deferred basis, and you can contribute an unlimited amount to the account.

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Seven Retirement Lessons Learned

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I have been since April 7, 2010. Then the Great Recession hit so I postponed for a few years. Remember to include taxes as an expense. In 2010, my company was just preparing to do their first round of recession related layoffs. I’m retired! Hubby retired in July 2007. Lesson Two – Exit Smartly.