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A Diabetes Home Test Can Be a Waste of Time and Money: What Lies Beneath FDA Approved Medical Testing and Devices

Glucose powers the brain and is the organ’s main fuel source. According to the Mayo Clinic, diabetes mellitus is a group of diseases that affect how the body uses blood sugar, known as glucose. Too much sugar in the blood can cause serious health problems. There are two main types…

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The Difference between Roth and Traditional IRAs

After learning about IRAs, one of the most common questions that people ask is what is the difference between the various types. As a result, this article reviews some of the primary differences between Roth and traditional IRAs. The Primary Difference between the Two Types of IRAs With traditional IRA…

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On Disability and Facebook: Uncle Sam Wants to Friend You

The White House is working on a proposal to have Uncle Sam browse social media websites, like Twitter and Instagram, to help identify individuals who claim Social Security disability benefits without actually being disabled. They would like to browse your social media presence and determine if you are participating in…

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Why Estate Planning is Critical Even If You Don’t Have Children

Estate planning involves a number of personal decisions. The best estate plans are personalized to the individual that writes them. This is why online, one size fits it all estate planning documents are often not the best idea. This is also why some people struggle to complete their estate planning…

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People with Few Assets May Still Benefit From a Trust

It is never easy to estate plan. For one, estate planning involves uncomfortable decisions about how your assets will be divided following your death. Estate planning, however, is critical because it avoids a number of serious obstacles including family disputes, additional taxes, and the probate process. Despite the potential to…

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