December 2009
Financial Education Conference to Feature Mary Pilon of the Wall Street Journal Mary Pilon, part of the Wall Street Journal’s award-winning Money and Investing team, will be the featured speaker at "Do It Herself: A Journey to Financial Freedom," a conference for women being held on Saturday, January 23. Conference topics include Budgeting and Investing Tips, Debt and Credit Card Management, Retirement Planning, Finances of Divorce, and more. Holiday Shopping Tips Many people have tightened their belts during the last year because of the troubled economy, but that doesn’t mean you have to miss the joy of giving presents to loved ones or indulging in the celebrations. There are several steps you can take to ensure that you be a savvy shopper, even during what can be a costly time of year. Debt Management Mistakes to Avoid Most people carry some debt, whether it’s a credit card balance or the money they owe on a car loan or home mortgage. Debt is not necessarily a bad thing, but it can become a problem if you allow it to spiral out of control. Free Answers to Year-End Tax Planning Questions Taxes can be rough, and tax questions can be tough. Good advance planning can help taxpayers deal with issues such as the alternative minimum tax, investment gains or losses, or simply maximizing retirement incomes. However, now is the time for action. Now through December 31, two CPA experts are available to answer your year-end tax planning questions. Five Questions to Ask When You Join a Gym As the new year approaches, many people will resolve to lose weight or get into better physical shape. Before you sign up, however, ask these questions to ensure you spend your money wisely.      |
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| UPCOMING EVENTS |
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Wednesday, December 9 Money on the Mind East Orange, NJ |
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Thursday, December 10 Reassessing Your Investment and Roseland, NJ |
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Saturday, January 23 Do It Herself: A Financial Conference for Women South Orange, NJ |
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