Highball Helper Blog

The Helper locomotive is there to assist trains to get over steep grades. This blog serves the same purpose. It is here to help give ideas to get you over those steep financial grades that lie ahead of you. I hope you enjoy!

July 11, 2019

What Railroaders Could Do With Their Old 401(k) When They Switch Jobs

If you're switching jobs, its time to review your old 401(k) account. Know the facts before you choose between rolling over, withdrawing or leaving it alone.

May 9, 2019

What if Hunter Harrison was a Financial Planner? My Guide to a Precision Scheduled Practice

What I learned from taking principles of Hunter Harrison's Precision Scheduled Railroading and putting them into my financial planning practice.

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April 4, 2019

5 Financial Goals for Spring to Keep Your Railroad Retirement On Track

Spring is here! It's time for cleaning, budgeting, retirement planning, emergency funds & more!

Retirement Budgeting Financial Planning Investing

March 7, 2019

7 Reasons to Stop DIY Investing and Get Some Professional Help

A fee-only financial advisor can help you avoid mistakes that DIYers make.

Retirement Budgeting Financial Planning Investing

February 13, 2019

6 Steps to Determine Your Railroad Retirement Deadline

Railroad retirement planning is about much more than just saving. It's time to create a more detailed plan towards a retirement date you can live with.

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