Impression TheoryThe 70-something woman was fumbling with her purse. The 20-something Post Office employee was being irrationally impatient.May 12, 2022May 12, 2022
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Decades of Zero ReturnI came across this chart two weeks ago and I stopped in my tracks.Apr 19, 20221Apr 19, 20221
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It’s Not Too Late: 6 Finance Tips for Older Beginners“I should have gotten serious about this 20 years ago. I’m frustrated that I blew a big chance and now I’m too late.”Apr 11, 2022Apr 11, 2022