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Seven Retirement Lessons Learned

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I have been since April 7, 2010. However, I haven’t learned this lesson too well, as I still have the second plan, which is a 401K. I’m retired! Hubby retired in July 2007. Since the mutual funds in it were an institutional share class, I couldn’t move them in kind.

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Carnival of Personal Finance #316- Family Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When I was in Asia in April I was reminded that many people in this world aren’t given the option to choose. Crystal from Stupid Cents talks 401k Allocation and where to put your money. Daniel from Sweating The Big Stuff shares Tips to Start Saving For The Holidays. I hope you enjoy them too. Editor’s Picks.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #231

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Welcome to the April 6, 2012 Edition #231 of the Carnival of Financial Planning. Kyle presents Enter to Win our April iPad Mania Giveaway! Sean presents 5 Tips to Help You Become Debt Free posted at Free Snatcher , saying, “Eliminating your debt is the first step to becoming Financially free.

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