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    On this episode, Joel Garris of Nelson Financial Planning, discusses how debt can prevent you from retiring. He also discusses the changes forth coming relating to the Dow Jones. Joel talks about changes in the new tax code involving home equity loans and 529s. Lastly, Joel discusses the fluid situation relating to tariffs between the US and China. For more information, visit www.NelsonFinancialPlanning.com

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