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The divorce rate in the United States is one of the highest in the world. Even though it is somewhat common, the process is not an easy one. In addition to dealing with the emotional trauma of ending the relationship, worrying about the judgment of friends and family, and figuring out how to tell the kids, women often face the extra burden of significant financial concerns. 
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Here are three of the biggest challenges for women going through divorce:

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If you have aging parents, it’s not always easy to determine whether memory and cognitive problems are the results of aging or something more serious, like dementia. One day, your dad might be fine and the next day, you find the TV remote in the freezer. Is something going on? Or is he just getting older? 
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​The Setting Up Every Community for Retirement Act or SECURE Act was signed into law on December 20, 2019, attached to a year-end appropriations bill that was passed by President Trump in only a matter of days. 

Many experts consider the SECURE Act the most compelling law governing retirement accounts since the Pension Protection Act of 2006. The SECURE Act made a lot of changes to retirement account rules, including eliminating the age cap for IRA contributions and increasing the minimum age for required distributions. One of the biggest changes, though, is the new rule that eliminates what is called the “stretch” provision for some non-spouse beneficiaries. 

​Most people assume that performing well in school and getting ahead academically is a good indicator of entrepreneurial success but this is not always the case. Revolutionaries like J.K Rowling and Steve Jobs weren’t top of their class and both went on to change the world. 

The truth is that being able to apply knowledge strategically matters more than the amount of knowledge you have. Here are some ways to hone in on what you need to know. 

It’s no surprise that women face different challenges than men, no matter what industry you’re in. The best way to overcome these challenges is not to shrug our shoulders and give up or devote all our time fighting to change the system. The best response is to identify the specific challenges in front of you and figure out how to get what you need to work through them. 
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DeLand, FL. - Thomas B. Fleishel, Financial Advisor with RJFS and President of Fleishel Financial Associates in DeLand made a recent donation to Blue Lake Elementary’s garden project. 

If you think about your family as a business, your financial planner essentially takes on the role of a financial coach. This isn’t a role you should fill with just anyone. You must get to know several candidates so you can be sure you pick the right person for the job, one that is knowledgeable and that you can communicate with. 
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Saving for retirement isn’t easy. Luckily, it is possible to bounce back from mistakes and get yourself on the right track. Here are some of the most common mistakes that people make along the way and some strategies to correct them. 
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If you’re a small business owner, you know how important it is to make the right financial decisions. Money flowing in and out is what keeps your business growing. The best way to make sure you continue to survive and thrive is to be prepared when it comes to your finances. Here are some tips to keep in mind. 
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