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So you’re interested in enrolling in our Foundations Program, but you’d like to learn a bit more about our financial philosophies first. Or perhaps you’re already well on your way toward becoming a Financial Zen Master and – high achiever that you are – you want to learn all that you possibly can about smart money management. Then you’ve come to the right place. The Financial Zen blog is jam-packed with useful information, such as…
- Why you should NOT pay off your mortgage (Yes, you read that correctly.)
- The two best ways to save for your kids’ college education
- How to legally avoid taxes with a health savings account
- Why you should ALWAYS be invested no matter what
- How to dig up all the buried free money in your employee benefits
…and so many more. Check out Financial Zen Daily today for a smarter tomorrow!
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