Tag Archive | "401k"

Is NEF profiting from their mistake?

Tuesday, December 23, 2008

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A few months ago back in September 2008, I initiated a transfer in my 401k. I was to sell shares in my Opp fund and put into an index fund. Immediately after I set that transaction to happen I decided it was a bad idea. I have many years for that fund to turn around [...]

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Young Investors Need Not Worry About Down Markets

Monday, August 25, 2008

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There is a nice article on about.com called Down Markets Good for Many Investors, talking about how a down market can be a good thing for your young 401k. Being a young professional, you have many years ahead before retirement. This gives our 401k’s and other mutual fund investments plenty of time to turn around. The [...]

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Should I transfer funds in my 401K to FLSTX?

Wednesday, May 7, 2008

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I have been looking over my options in my 401k and was wondering if anyone had an opinion on this mutual fund. FLSTX. It has a pretty high maintenance fee, and an average front load, but the fund seems to be doing every well long term. Here are two cost comparisons based on their performances in the [...]

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How often should you balance your portfolio?

Thursday, April 24, 2008

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I’ve been in my Roth IRA and my 401k for just over a year now. All my funds are down as is the entire market. When should I be thinking about balancing my portfolio? Should I ride out the market with my current funds or try to exchange them? Is there a recommended timeframe I [...]

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My Rule of 3 When Planning My Finances

Monday, March 31, 2008

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3 weeks – Immediate funds: You want to plan out your funds for the next 3 weeks. You have bills coming up, credit card payments. Take time to schedule them in advance so you do not endure any finance charges for missed or late payments. Check often because the more credit cards and bills you have [...]

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401k rollovers and rollbacks

Thursday, January 10, 2008

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What options do I have for investment plans such as a roth account if my company does not have a 401k? Currently I have a 401k with my company match program. I am planning on leaving and joining another company. This other company is smaller and does not have a 401k plan in place. What [...]

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