Cherrill C Lewis

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A good timeline of Social Security.

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For those who beat the odds and live well past average life expectancy, the meter never stops running. We've compiled a short list of common ways clients can generate income in retirement.

Optimism is a great thing, but its even better with planning. 

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Got questions about what to deduct, 1099s, and audits? We've got tax tips for musicians from a CPA who specializes in the music industry.

Know any musicians? You might want to pass this along.

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What you need to know about your credit score and mortgages.

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Be careful this Valentine’s, and after.

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U.S. Budget Deficit Falls to Lowest Level Since August 2008

The U.S. ran a budget surplus in January, dropping the annual deficit to its lowest level since August 2008, the Treasury Department said. The deficit fell to $405 billion over the 12-month period ended January.

Current news.

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How growing up poor influenced the way I've managed money my whole life

Autumn was often the season when our utilities went off.

Facing your financial concerns allows you to create some concept of a strategy. 

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5 Digital Security Trends for Your Home

Keeping an eye on your home is becoming easier with these 5 digital home security trends:

Remarkable.

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Don't be too cheap to buy life insurance, your family could be sorry

Dear Pete: My wife thinks I should have life insurance, but I don’t. We’re trying to pay off our student loans, and the $65 per month in premium I’ve been quoted seems like too much. Who is rigtht?

If you want your family to have a sound financial base you can't forget about life insurance.

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All the Ways Credit Card Companies Try to Screw You Over

It’s important to read the fine print with just about everything—especially credit cards. Credit card companies use some pretty sneaky tactics to get you to sign up. They lure you with tempting offers that seem legit, but if you miss one iota of fine print, you’re royally screwed. Here’s what to watch out for, specifically, when you apply for a new credit card.

Read everything.

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The 82-year-old chain has announced it will not raise its menu prices for the rest of 2016, in an effort to distinguish itself from the competition.

Steak 'n Shake may have chosen a more practical way of attracting or keeping customers. 

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How to Prepare Your Business for Tax Season

The IRS gives us until April 15 to turn in personal tax information, however for businesses, March 15 is the date they are due to be filed. It's time to get moving. If you want to make this year's ...

March isn't too far off. Is your business ready?

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US Cities That Have Racked Up the Fattest Credit Card Debt

After a lull during the recession, the use of plastic is resurgent in the US economy. Find out who leads the pack in the return to swipe- now, pay-later behavior.

More credit card debt is not great news. 

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A new survey says most Americans don't have enough money saved to cover a $1,000 unexpected expense.

This is frightening. Save.

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Switching careers later in life: What you need to know

A new AARP study coming out next week says that 4 in 10 experienced older workers are looking for a new job this year-- and many want to change careers. Here's what you need to know for your second act.

Fascinating insights into switching careers later in life. 

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Viewpoint: How Generation X can avoid a fate as 'Generation Debt'

The notion of retirement as a life of full-time leisure and lollygagging has gone by the wayside for most of today's workers. Perhaps no group feels it more acutely than Generation X.

Getting “comfortable” with debt is not wise.

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Worth knowing.

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