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Tokenization of real-world assets: Is a digital transformation underway?
Where property meets the blockchain.
Fast food worker; landscaping worker.
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Franchising as an investment: How does it work?
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Give till it hurts: A list of the taxes we pay
A little here, a little there, and it really adds up.
Gig econ 101: Using side-hustle income to boost your financesGot a gig on the side?
Bank runs: What they are and why they happenIt’s about confidence (or lack thereof).

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Investing
Regulation Best Interest: A rule to protect investors
Your broker-dealer is required to be on your side.
What is a fixed-income ladder?Rungs and interest rates.
Investing in chip stocks: What are semiconductors?A micro thing with a macro impact.

Retirement

Documents and $100 bills labeled with "Revocable Trust" and "Irrevocable Trust."
Retirement
Revocable vs. irrevocable trust: What’s the difference?
Make sure you’re certain.
Will vs. living trust: What’s the difference?Estate planning 101.
Your guide to small business retirement plansGet the best bang for your benefit bucks.

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Companies
Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company
American railway
Bank of AmericaAmerican corporation
Barclays PLCBritish bank

Biographies

Federated Department Stores
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Fred Lazarus, Jr.
American merchant
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Thomas LiptonBritish merchant

Finance & the Economy

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balance of trade
Chicago Board of Tradeexchange, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Annuity riders: A way to customize your retirement income
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The franchise disclosure document (FDD): An all-in-one rulebook, guidebook, and almanac
A 23-step business tango.
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Diversify your portfolio with commodity ETFs
And potentially protect against inflation.
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Cryptocurrency ETFs: Crypto exposure, listed on traditional exchanges
But that doesn’t make it less volatile.
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How much will it cost me to buy a franchise?
Four kinds of start-up costs.
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Tailor the formula to your unique needs.
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Love your pet to death? Why and how to create a pet trust
Your best friend will thank you.
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Retail investors vs. institutional investors: Bridging the divide
The small money can still be the smart money.
Retirement
Will Social Security run out? 3 myths and truths
Understanding the funding gap.
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Tokenization of real-world assets: Is a digital transformation underway?
Where property meets the blockchain.
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Understanding frugal fatigue and how to fight it
Your financial journey is a marathon, not a sprint.
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Should you use a paycheck advance loan app?
Convenience comes at a cost.
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5 sports betting companies you can invest in
If you can’t beat ’em, join ‘’em.
Retirement
Deferred and immediate annuities: Understanding the difference
You might delay, but time will not.
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Trying to choose a franchise? 9 tips to consider
The homework before the hard work.
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Double your money in 20 years with Series EE savings bonds
But watch your effective interest rate.
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How T+1 settlement transforms securities transactions
What a difference a day makes.
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An intro to sports betting: How to avoid decisions you might regret
It’s entertainment, not investing.
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Franchising as an investment: How does it work?
Your ambition, their vision.
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Sports betting terminology: Responsible wagering starts with education
Learn the lingo before you bet.
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Influencer marketing: Is it a good side hustle?
Parlay your profile into profits.
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What is a fiduciary financial advisor?
Putting the client’s interest first at all times.
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Investing in unknowns and don’t want to become a “bag holder?” Avoid these 10 mistakes
Don’t be the greater fool.
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Investing in tech sector stocks: A beginner’s guide
Today’s technology is always so yesterday.