April is for Assessing Your Financial Literacy

Issue: April 2024

April is Financial Literacy Month, marking a good time to assess your financial goals and what it will take to get you there.

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What is “Rounding Up” and is it for Me?

Imagine if saving money was as easy as buying your morning coffee. With "rounding up" services from banks and apps, it can be! Learn how this fuss-free method helps you save without even trying. Is this the financial hack you've been looking for? Find out more!

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Financial Reset: Smart January Money Moves

Whether you make resolutions for the new year or not, there are some practical and relatively painless things you can do to start your financial year on the right note. According to Fidelity, January is an ideal time to conduct an annual review of your finances to evaluate your savings, investments, budget, and assets. As part of the process, set short- and long-term goals and consider some simple ways to help you reach them.

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The Best Gift for Your Accountant: Preparedness

It happens every year—time to think about getting our 2023 tax materials organized and ready early in the new year. In addition to that organization, however, there are other things you can do now to make your or your accountant’s life easier:

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Your Benefits at Work: Savings with Some Heart

If you participate in the Transocean HSA Plus or HSA Basic,you have a big advantage.

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Charting a Path to Prevention: Fidelity Auto Increase and Auto Rebalance

Prevention doesn’t always mean physical health awareness.

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Your Benefits at Work: The Transocean U.S. Savings Plan

Issue: June

Whether you’ve been at Transocean for many years or are just starting out, it may be time for a little refresher on your Transocean 401(k), otherwise known as the U.S. Savings Plan.

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Charting A Path to Prevention: Preventive CT Scans, Help or Hype?

Issue: November

Full body X-ray computed tomography (CT) and computerized axial tomography (CAT) scans are being marketed as the latest trend in preventive medicine. But are they worth the cost and exposure to harmful radiation?

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Explore: Retirement Savings Checkup

Issue: June

Tax season is behind us and we're headed into the heat of summer. Now is a great time to find a little shade and explore your financial wellness and give your Transocean U.S. Savings Plan - also known as your 401(k) - a little checkup.

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Explore: New Year, New Goals

The new year is a perfect time to clear the decks and plan for any changes you want to make in your life in the months ahead. That’s all easier said than done.

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Your Benefits at Work: Are You Saving a Little or a Latte?

Issue: March 2020

We all know how important it is to save for retirement – that’s why Transocean provides you a couple of tax-advantaged savings options.

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Charting A Path to Prevention: Healthy Saving

Issue: January

In addition to getting and staying healthy, we’ve heard from many employees that saving money on health care is important. You may be surprised that improving your fitness and nutrition can also improve your finances. The obvious savings are around having fewer sick care doctor’s visits and possibly taking fewer medications. But there are even more ways to save, like:

  • Spending less on unhealthy snacks and takeout
  • Spending less on unhealthy vices, like cigarettes or alcohol
  • Spending less on clothing once you maintain a healthy size

As you start getting healthy, it’s a good idea to check your budget month-over-month to see how much you’ve been saving.

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Charting A Path to Prevention: Fidelity Financial Advisors

Issue: June

When you make a big purchase or life-changing move, like buying a house or having a baby, you probably look to professionals for some advice. That information not only gives you peace of mind and prepares you to take action it may also help you avoid making costly mistakes

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Ensure Your Financial Well-being: Tips for Budgeting During Inflation

If you’ve noticed that prices at the grocery store and gas station are rising, you’re not alone! And it’s not just food and gas prices that are rising. If you’ve considered buying a car, you know it’s true. There has been a lot of talk lately about price increases due to the pandemic and inflation. As a consumer, we may not always know exactly what’s causing the price increases, but one thing we do know is how it’s impacting our wallet!

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Strategies for Wrestling Rising Prices

Issue: July 2022

These days, we’re all feeling the impact of  rising prices, from the grocery store check out line to the gas pump. Sometimes bills and worries can add up quickly. Before either gets out of hand, plan ahead and develop your own inflation strategy with the help of technology, the cooperation of some like-minded people, and a bit of discipline.

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Tips for a Worry-Free Summer Vacation

Issue: May 2023

Have a summer vacation planned? It’s no secret that almost everything costs more than it used to, and worrying about vacation penny-pinching can also take some of the fun out of your plans. Instead of putting off or even lowering expectations for your trip, use some of these strategies over the next several weeks to conserve your cash (and credit) for a more relaxed getaway.

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Freshman Finances: Prepare Your Child for College Budgeting

Issue: June 2023

If you have a recent high school graduate who is college bound in the fall, consider setting budgeting expectations a few months before they step on campus. Your discussions can pave the way for other decisions, such as whether seeking a part-time job makes sense, or looking for alternative means of transportation (other than the expense of a personal vehicle).

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Are You Using the Right Vehicles to Drive Your Savings Forward?

Issue: July 2023

Today’s news headlines often report higher interest rates with a sense of doom and gloom. While those rates can increase the cost of borrowing money, they can offer a bright spot to savers.

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Consider a Financial Planner... Because Finances are Personal!

You might think that a personal financial planner is for the wealthy; however, even the everyday financial goals you may have can be realistically attained if you have the right tools.

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Questions?

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