Steps to a better retirement and safer investments
Jeff Brown outlines how defined contribution plans shift risk to workers, with Social Security facing long term insolvency. He estimates needed nest eggs, discusses withdrawal rates, and offers budgeting, home equity, and dollar cost averaging as practical steps toward a fuller retirement. The piece stresses starting early and adapting plans to personal finances and market realities.
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KU students offer consulting service in business course
KU students offer a consulting class that engages juniors and seniors in real business analysis across Lawrence and surrounding areas. Mentored by Curt Clinkinbeard and Joyce Claterbos, the program runs about 250 hours per project, delivering marketing plans and operations insights for participating firms like Sleepy Sheep.
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