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Social Security? The Numbers Say To Get In Early As Possible

Tech and Finance

Take Social Security as soon as you can — at 62 advises Steve Maersch, contradicting just about everyone in the retirement advice business. Maersch’s accountant yelled at him to start taking Social Security when he turned 62, and he did. From 62 through 69, Maersch collected $111,543 in Social Security.

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The Best Opportunities for Retail Banks to Improve Customer Experience

Cisco

And it’s not just about happy customers… Boston Consulting Group data indicates personalizing customer journeys can lead to a 10-30% increase in revenue. Features such as end-to-end online account opening and simple, secure ID verification tell customers “we see you, and we value your time.” Financial Services at Cisco Live 2019.

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The Best Opportunities for Retail Banks to Improve Customer Experience

Cisco

And it’s not just about happy customers… Boston Consulting Group data indicates personalizing customer journeys can lead to a 10-30% increase in revenue. Features such as end-to-end online account opening and simple, secure ID verification tell customers “we see you, and we value your time.” Financial Services at Cisco Live 2019.

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The PYMNTS 2018 Summer Top 10 List

PYMNTS

Most people credit the idea to Late Night writer Randy Cohen, who claims the inspiration first came care of Cosmopolitan Magazine and an article rating the top 10 sexiest men over 60. It’s a matter of some confusion and debate about who first came up with the concept. million users, up from 9.2

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121 Of The Biggest, Costliest Startup Failures Of All Time

CB Insights

The startup, which was established in 2008, privately raised $185 million before its $100 million initial public offering was blocked by the Australian Securities Exchange last year. So its secured lender, which [founder Scott] Jones didn’t name, recently emptied ChaCha’s bank accounts. via New York Magazine.

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The Mother List of All Banking Books

Jeff For Banks

Or read him in Bank Director magazine. I bet he read them all. It oozes out of him in his writings and in his conversations. Don't take my word for it, follow him at his website, Maxfield On Banks. He sent me this list because I am appreciative to be on it. I published it with his permission.

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