The Advisor Blog

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Travel Tips for Globetrotters

About 76% of Americans surveyed by Pew Research Center said they have traveled outside of the United States at least once; 50% have visited one to four countries, while 26% have been to five or more.

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Businesses That Built America

As America celebrates its 250th birthday, here’s a look at a few American companies that were founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776.

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Retirement Confidence Down

Retirement confidence slipped in 2026 after showing signs of improvement the year before, with both workers and retirees feeling less certain about their financial future.

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Is It Time to Declare Your Financial Independence?

No matter how much money you have or which life stage you’re in, becoming financially independent starts with a dream.

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Midyear Checkup: Can You Contribute More to Your Retirement Plan?

With traditional pensions in decline, other work-based plans that are driven primarily by employee contributions — such as 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans — are the bedrock of the U.S. retirement system. This means it’s up to you to build retirement savings.

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