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Three Financial Reminders for New Dads

Friday Jun 5, 2009

Are you a new father? Congratulations. Since a little financial self-reflection can go along way to easing those sleepless nights, here are three important financial considerations for new Dads.


Tax Breaks for Higher Education - Education Expenses Can Lower Your Taxes

Sunday May 10, 2009

It's finally time to start paying all those college-related expenses you've been saving for all these years. Be sure to take maximum advantage of the various tax breaks available to you for education expenses - they're free money too!


More Than the 10% Penalty - The Dangers of Early Retirement Account Withdrawals

Friday May 8, 2009

You've heard that raiding your retirement account for short-term cash needs isn't a good idea. But do you know why? Learn the top five reasons why you shouldn't tap your retirement accounts early.


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Michael B. Rubin
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Michael is the author of the bestselling "Beyond Paycheck to Paycheck" - the number one customer-rated book on Amazon.com's Money Management for Young People's list!

In addition to numerous speaking engagements, Michael also writes the popular Beyond Paycheck to Paycheck blog and has appeared in various media, including Fox News Chicago, radio stations across the country, and national media such as CNN Money.com, latimes.com, The Wall Street Journal, SmartMoney.com, Chicago Tribune, Financial Advisor Magazine, and Investment News.

Michael also the President of Total Candor, a financial education company. He lives in New Hampshire (Life Free or Die) with my wife and two young daughters.

Real Name:
Michael B. Rubin
Join Date:
5/27/08
City, State:
Portsmouth, NH
Website:
http://www.totalcandor.com
Employer:
Total Candor LLC
Title:
Financial Educator
Twitter Handle:
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