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Alison Southwick

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Alison spends her days working across Fooldom to create content that makes members of The Motley Fool smarter, happier, and richer.

Recent Articles by Alison Southwick

Aug 19, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

Here's What Investors Need to Know Before Buying Tech Stocks

From high-flying IPOs to limited voting rights and unusual valuation criteria, this sector carries special concerns for investors.

Aug 17, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

Your Investing Questions From FoolFest

Should you invest in more international stocks? How do you know when you’re financially ready to have a second kid? Our experts answer your questions.

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Jul 29, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

What You Can Do to Prepare for the AI-Powered, Robot-Driven Work Revolution

Artificial intelligence and automation are going to turn U.S. employment upside-down. As a worker and investor, you need to get ahead of the curve.

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Jul 23, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

How Well Are We Doing on Financial Wellness?

Open your wallet and say "ah" -- the doctor is in, and he’s done his annual checkup on Americans' financial health.

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Jul 22, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

5 "Death Trends" in the Consumer and Retail Sector

Rapid change is turning many businesses on their heads, but what the caterpillar views as the end of the world, the butterfly knows is the beginning.

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Jul 22, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

6 Biggest Headwinds Facing Women on the Road to Retirement (and What to Do About Them Before You Retire)

How women and men can start planning now to compensate for the unique challenges that women face in retirement.

Relationships and Romance - Money and Finances

Jul 5, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

A Guide to Couples Financial Therapy

Special guest Olivia Mellan shares some important guidance on how to have the most productive money talks with your partner.

Couples Investment Planning and Finances

Jul 5, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

Here Are the Latest Findings on Relationships and Money

When was the last time you talked about spending and saving with your partner?

Military Family Investing and Planning

Jul 5, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

Understanding Financial Challenges for Fools in the Military

The U.S. military may be the world's greatest fighting force, but the young men and women who make up its backbone could benefit from greater financial literacy.

Prescription Drugs Pharmaceuticals Pills on Paper

Apr 27, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

Biotech Basics: How to Invest in This Healthcare Subsector

The business of life-saving new medicines has enormous potential -- and commensurate risk. But for those ready to take the plunge, the host of Industry Focus: Heathcare has a primer on getting started.

Credit Score Report Shown on Tablet

Apr 26, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

How to Get an Excellent Credit Score -- and Why You Definitely Want One

This single number is one of the best predictors of peoples' behavior on many levels, not just financial habits.

Entrepreneurs Two Men Working at Table

Apr 25, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

Essential Tips to Being More Productive

So much to do, so little time. But those who are willing to get organized can make it all happen.

Investment Planning Retirement

Apr 25, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

The Best Investment Advice for Every Decade of Your Life

Good financial strategy is not one size fits all, and it doesn’t stay the same for each person either. As we age, we have to adapt -- here’s how.

Meditation Girl Sitting on a Dock by a Lake

Feb 22, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

Our Best Advice on How to be Happier in 2017

Financial health is important, but in this episode, the cast discusses what money can't buy.

Investment Planning Laptop With Budgets and Calculator

Feb 1, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

The Miracles of Financial Automation

Find out about the many tools that can take the effort out of saving and investing.

Investment Planning Laptop With Budgets and Calculator

Jan 14, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

Should You Be Managing Your Family and Finances like a CFO?

Author Douglas McCormick joins the show to talk about the different ways a family can approach its finances.

Mailbag Letters Pouring Out of a Pouch

Jan 7, 2017 by Alison Southwick, Robert Brokamp, and Sean Gates

The Motley Fool Answers Crew Reaches Into the Mailbag for December

Do you think $500 is enough to start investing?

Boston City Skyline Illustration

Jan 6, 2017 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

Highlights From the Exclusive Motley Fool ONE Event in Boston

Find out what hope and the Wright brothers have to do with investing.

Athlete Sports Gym Woman

Dec 17, 2016 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

Motley Fool Answers Shares Its "Maintain, Don't Gain" Holiday Tradition

Over the holidays, meditation and portion control can be just as important as diversification and expense management.

Investment Planning Laptop With Budgets and Calculator

Dec 14, 2016 by Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp

Motley Fool Answers Helps You Discover Your Inner Entrepreneur

In the modern economy, many people need some extra cash, some more fulfillment, or both, and starting a side business could be the way to do it.

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