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Introducing CIA Success Stories

Dear CIA readers, we’ve got something new for you! If you love reading our blog then stay tuned for our monthly feature – The Success

The Winning Streak

Ever been a part of a winning streak? Either as a fan or a competitor? They are great. They are fun and we tend to

How Do You Define Happiness?

I’ve recently written a book about money and happiness called You Can Retire Sooner Than You Think (McGraw Hill Education, $18) which gives you a step

Choosing to Retire Happy

Times have changed. The pensions we once knew don’t exist as they once did. Even for pensions that do still exist if you took on

Real Life Monopoly

Remember playing Monopoly? I loved the game (at least for the first hour or so of play)! Everyone had a different strategy, but the flow

A New Car, That’s More Than Free

Seriously, that’s not a typo. Here’s why the Nissan Leaf is essentially “free” in Georgia, and this isn’t even accounting for what you’ll save on

What To Do When Volatility Strikes

At one of our recent Investment Committee meetings, we decided to go around the table and talk about headlines (either that have happened or could

Are Atlantans Drowning in Debt?

This week, Experian (one of the three big companies that monitors your credit), released a report showing the average debt for America’s 20 biggest cities

Optimistic But Some Worries

I’ve always tended to be an optimistic person, especially when it comes to investing. People can say it’s because that’s the industry I work in and

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A Retiree’s Guide to Inflation

This guide breaks down where inflation shows up, how it compounds, and considerations to help protect your income.

retiree guide to inflation

101 Trips to Take in Retirement: A Guide to Exploring More, Your Way

Discover destinations worth every mile. You’ve earned the time. Now make the most of it.

From First Job to Retirement—Plan Smart

Your free decade-by-decade guide to building a confident, fulfilling retirement.

Your Retirement Guide

101 Tips for a Smooth Transition