J Benjamin Financial

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Annuities Aren’t Always the Right Fit

Annuities can serve an important purpose in the right financial...
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Wealth Drag: The Money That Never Shows Up

When you think about investment losses, you probably think about...
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You Can See It All In One Place. Now What?

Today, there are countless financial apps and websites that allow...
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When Priorities Change

Every investor is at a different stage of their finanical...
Young professional transitioning from financial stress to financial confidence with an organized financial plan and debt reduction strategy.

Young, Successful… and Still Living Paycheck to Paycheck?

When most people picture someone struggling financially, they imagine someone...
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Financial Organization: A Financial Win

Recently, we met with a new couple who shared a...
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Why Every Investor Needs a Halftime Adjustment

Football coaches don't spend an entire week preparing a game...
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Why Risk Tolerance Should Change Over Time

When people hear the phrase risk tolerance, they often assume...
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A Sunflower Story

Spring is finally in full swing and the warm weather...
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Why One Couple Left the Big Box Firm

Recently, we met a couple who thought they were doing...