7 Steps to Reducing Your 2022 Taxes
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7 Steps to Reducing Your 2022 Taxes

If you think the amount you’ll pay in income tax is predestined, I have some good news: It’s not! There are steps you can take before the end of the year to reduce your tax burden for 2022 and beyond. Consider employing as many of the following seven tax-planning tips as possible so you can hold on to more of your money.

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7 Services to Clarify Your Financial Future
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7 Services to Clarify Your Financial Future

From budgeting to employee benefits package evaluation to 401(k) asset allocation, our consulting services are available to clients in every life stage. Following are 7 consulting services Allegiant Wealth Strategies offers.

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Comprehensive Financial Planning: Helping You See the Big Picture
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Comprehensive Financial Planning: Helping You See the Big Picture

Whatever your dreams, they all have a price tag attached, and creating a comprehensive financial plan will help make them possible. The term comprehensive financial planning may sound intimidating. But, with the right guidance, it doesn’t have to be daunting, and better yet, your comprehensive financial plan will give you a roadmap to making your dreams a reality.

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Moving Forward Financially After the Death of Your Spouse
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Moving Forward Financially After the Death of Your Spouse

The death of a spouse can be a devastating, life-changing event. And the added pressure of having to settle the estate and organize finances can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to make dealing with these matters less complicated.

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Budgeting after divorce
Carissa Hagen Carissa Hagen

Budgeting after divorce

From a financial perspective, divorce is a process that splits one household into two. Now that you’re single, it’s time to create a budget that reflects your new life. Here are eight tips.

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College costs HOW MUCH?!
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College costs HOW MUCH?!

Whether your child is heading off to college or trade school in the fall or a few years, it’s never too early to make plans for paying for their education.

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8 things you need to know about your credit report and credit score
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8 things you need to know about your credit report and credit score

Most likely, at some point in your life, you’ll need to borrow money. Whether it’s to buy a home or a car, or maybe to start a business, someday, you’ll need credit. But, before a lender will give you a loan, you’ll need to prove you can pay the money back. The proof comes in the form of your credit report and credit score. Here are eight things to know about credit reports and credit scores.

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Roth IRA, Traditional IRA, SEP IRA…
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Roth IRA, Traditional IRA, SEP IRA…

Would a Roth IRA help you save money for a secure retirement? How about a SEP IRA or a Traditional IRA? The answer is that each type of individual retirement account has a purpose. The key is figuring out which is right for you.

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How to Spot a Financial Scam: A Guide for Seniors
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How to Spot a Financial Scam: A Guide for Seniors

Scams targeting older Americans are widespread and, unfortunately, still growing. So, if you or someone you know has been targeted by a scam artist trying to steal money or personal information, you're not alone. According to the Senate Special Committee on Aging, older Americans lose an estimated $2.9 billion annually to fraud and exploitation, a number that is probably substantially underreported. 

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Avoid Cybercrime with These Tips from an FBI Agent
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Avoid Cybercrime with These Tips from an FBI Agent

Cybercrimes are not going away, and cybercriminals’ schemes are getting more sophisticated. But how can you reduce the odds of becoming a victim of cybercrime? Retired FBI Special Agent Jeff Lanza, a cyber security expert, shared a host of valuable suggestions with Allegiant Wealth Strategies.

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You’ve Been Hacked or Spoofed: Now What?
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You’ve Been Hacked or Spoofed: Now What?

Unfortunately, many of us who become victims of any information security breach won’t know until someone else tells us. For example, we might get a message or call from a friend asking why we sent that “spammy” email with a link to a free Amazon gift card. Have we been hacked? Spoofed? And how do we prevent it from happening again?

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Thwart Identity Theft with These 14 Tips
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Thwart Identity Theft with These 14 Tips

When someone uses your name, credit card, social security number, or other financial information to commit a crime, you are a victim of identity theft. Luckily, you can take steps to make it more difficult for thieves to access your personal data.

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