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There was a time when Mark Felton put together a financial plan the old-fashioned way: With spreadsheets. The 59-year-old from Stilwell, Kansas, had always been reluctant to pay an ongoing ...

A financial plan is a strategic framework for building long-term security and reaching your goals with confidence. It helps you make informed decisions, stay on track, and adapt as life changes. This ...

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In one particular chicken-and-egg debate, what comes first is clear: It makes sense to hire a financial adviser only after you can afford one — not in the hopes of building wealth someday. Financial ...