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What Are Beginner Investor Questions?
Asking questions is essential as a beginner investor. Understanding what you are investing in, its relevance to your goals, and the...

Jennifer Wills
Sep 10, 20253 min read


How Can I Teach Myself Personal Finance?
I didn’t really understand how money worked until I started training as a financial coach. My then-husband and I had substantial debt and...

Jennifer Wills
Sep 8, 20252 min read


What Are the 5 Cs of Credit?
During my time as a licensed financial coach, I educated clients on the responsible use of credit. Knowing how credit works helped my...

Jennifer Wills
Sep 5, 20253 min read


How Can Someone Deeply in Debt Become Debt-Free?
My former husband and I were deeply in debt during our marriage. We had three condos with mortgages, two car payments, and significant...

Jennifer Wills
Sep 3, 20254 min read


What Is the Process for Opening an IRA?
I opened an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) in my 20s. Saving for retirement as early as possible is important for financial...

Jennifer Wills
Aug 27, 20255 min read


What Are the Withdrawal Rules for a 403(b) Plan?
I taught myself to write grant proposals early in my freelance writing career. I volunteered to write proposals for a year to gain...

Jennifer Wills
Aug 25, 20254 min read


What Are the Withdrawal Rules for an IRA?
Understanding the withdrawal rules for an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) can be challenging. The requirements differ based on your...

Jennifer Wills
Aug 20, 20253 min read


What Are the Withdrawal Rules for a 401(k)?
Like most people, you probably have a 401(k) plan through your employer. This tax-advantaged retirement account is an excellent way to...

Jennifer Wills
Aug 18, 20255 min read


What Are 5 Types of Annuities?
In my opinion, annuities are among the most confusing investments. The seemingly endless options, features, and benefits can discourage...

Jennifer Wills
Aug 13, 20254 min read


What Are the Qualification Requirements for a Mortgage?
I held a loan originator license while working as a licensed financial coach. I helped individuals and families who wanted to buy a home...

Jennifer Wills
Aug 11, 20255 min read


What Are the Most Important Parts of a Will?
I was authorized to market prepaid legal services during my time as a licensed financial coach. Because these services included a will, I...

Jennifer Wills
Aug 8, 20253 min read


What Are the 4 Most Common Investments?
I enjoyed educating clients on investing during my time as a licensed financial coach. The financial services industry can be confusing,...

Jennifer Wills
Aug 6, 20255 min read


What Does Personal Finance Mean?
Personal finance is the management of financial activities and decision-making. The areas include budgeting, saving, insurance,...

Jennifer Wills
Aug 4, 20252 min read


What Is the 3-6-9 Rule for an Emergency Fund?
My 12 years as a licensed financial coach taught me the importance of contributing to an emergency fund. Whether your goals include...

Jennifer Wills
Aug 1, 20252 min read


At What Age Is IRA Withdrawal Tax-Free?
I opened an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) in my 20s to start saving for retirement. If you haven’t started investing for your...

Jennifer Wills
Jul 28, 20253 min read


What Are the Benefits of Investing in a 401(k) Plan?
During my time as a licensed financial coach, I learned firsthand about 401(k) plans. I gained insight when a client implemented a plan...

Jennifer Wills
Jul 23, 20253 min read


What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of an Annuity?
During my time as a licensed financial coach, I created complimentary, customized, confidential plans to help families become properly...

Jennifer Wills
Jul 21, 20254 min read


How Can Someone Secure a Good Interest Rate on a Mortgage?
I co-owned three condos during my marriage: one that we lived in, one that we rented out, and one that we flipped. We both had excellent...

Jennifer Wills
Jul 18, 20254 min read


Who Is Eligible for Life Insurance?
I started a term life insurance policy in my 20s. My then-husband and I wanted to ensure we each had coverage in case either of us passed...

Jennifer Wills
Jul 16, 20255 min read


Which Questions Should the Beneficiary of a Will Ask?
When I was in my 30s, I was surprised to receive money from a will . A relative I had never met listed my father as a beneficiary, but...

Jennifer Wills
Jul 14, 20254 min read
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