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Unpacked: “Smart Dollar” Takeaways for Financial Health
At Bell, we’re passionate about financial well-being – not only for our customers, but employees, too. That’s why we decided to offer Dave Ramsey’s Smart Dollar program to our staff.
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How Much Can Waiting Really Cost?
While it might not seem like a lot, when interest rates go up by just 1 percent, the cost of a home can rise by tens of thousands of dollars.
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Why Do I Need to Continue Meeting with a Financial Advisor After I've Retired?
Preparing for retirement might be your ultimate goal, but it’s not the end of your financial planning journey.
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Retirement Savings Checkpoints
This Retirement Savings Checkpoints chart from J. P. Morgan Asset Management can help you figure out if you’re saving enough for retirement.
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Skipping Your Investment Review Not Worth the Risks
The biggest gamble is potentially missing out on an opportunity to make adjustments if your financial strategy no longer aligns with your goals.
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How to Send (Personalized) Popmoney!
With Popmoney you can send a monetary gift with a sincere, personalized message to your loved ones in just 5 minutes.
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Solidify Your Financial Plan in 5 Steps – and Just 60 Minutes
A 60-minute review with Bell is all it takes to get started. Here’s how it works.
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Is Your Debt Healthy or Unhealthy?
Debt has become a bit of a 4-letter word when it comes to financial planning, but not all debt is created equal.
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Critical Steps to Securing a Small-Business Loan
If you’re thinking about starting or purchasing a business, planning is paramount to securing a small-business loan.
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Mortgage 101: Why Pre-Approval is Your First Step
Follow this guideline for an easy road to pre-approval.
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Mortgage Q&A: What are Mortgage Points and Should I Pay Them?
Mortgage points are fees lenders charge in exchange for a lower interest rate.
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Going on Vacation? Take Bell with You!
Here are 5 of the best mobile features to use on vacation this summer.
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7 Ways to Prep Your Home Before Vacation
This departure list is sure to get your home shipshape so you can enjoy a worry-free vacation.
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What Makes for a Well-Thought-Out Retirement Plan?
There are five main components to a well-thought-out retirement plan.
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