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After a person’s death, their will is typically reviewed by probate court which will enforce the terms of the will and ensure the assets are distributed according to the wishes of the deceased.
Any disputes or contest to the distribution of assets will likely be heard by probate court, and can be costly if dragged out over long stretches of time.
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The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is calculated using prices of sample goods from predetermined urban areas
The Price to Earnings ratio is a company’s stock price relative to its net income per share
In the world of finance, private equity is a relatively new industry whereby private companies finance other businesses
The Broadening Wedge Descending pattern forms when a currency pair price makes lower lows and lower highs, forming a downtrend
The Rising Flag or Bullish Flag pattern looks like a flag. It forms when rising prices experience a consolidation period
If a central bank takes actions that intentionally affect the value of a currency it is Foreign Exchange Intervention
Cash Accounting is the accounting method where only finalized transactions are documented
“Load” mutual funds are those which have a fee structure that includes a front-end or back-end sales charge
Investing in a 403(b) is done by making contributions via payroll deductions and selecting investment options