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Why We Left Traditional Health Insurance

Family Balance Sheet

Instead I’m writing about my family’s experience with traditional health insurance and how it has affected OUR finances. For example, at that time, maternity was not included in any individual plan. We did take advantage of one benefit of a high deductible health plan: a Health Savings Account.

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The Best Investments For the Over 40s to Start Now

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

One of the best ways to invest for your retirement is taking advantage of the tax incentives of retirement accounts. For USA Investors An employer-matched 401k allows you to contribute up to $22,000 if you’re over 50; whatever amounts your employer adds to this is basically free money. I would love to hear what they are.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #231

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Wayne presents Purpose of Budgeting posted at Young Family Finance , saying, “Are you left wondering why you should budget? Justin presents Know the Common Mistakes with Your Personal Finances posted at Budget Snob , saying, “Many people make the same financial mistakes. The Skilled Investor , Editor.

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