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When looking at the turbulent markets, many people wish they had other alternatives to mutual funds to invest.

There are very few people who want to invest in the stock market; they do so because they have to, according to financial adviser Dan Danford.

But Danford, CFP®, CRSP®, MBA, explains there are alternatives to mutual funds available to investors.

Everyone knows the importance of saving and investing, but how does one continue investing and setting aside savings money if you are burdened with debt?

Financial adviser Dan Danford discusses the balancing act between paying off debt while still putting money away for future financial security.

Danford, CFP®, CRSP®, MBA, also shares his 5 financial tips to pay off debt:

1. Pay at least the minimum on debt, along with contributing to any savings and investment accounts.
2. Refinance the debt if possible, especially in a low interest rate environment.
3. Establish a reserve or emergency fund.
4. Pay off smaller debts first, especially those with higher rates, in order to start having some successes with paying off debt.
5. Celebrate each victory when you pay off debt. Celebrate with positive reinforcement.

Continuing his series of "back to basics" financial advice, financial adviser Dan Danford tackles the topic of why it's important to invest.

Danford said he is frequently approached by people wanting to know the difference between savings and investing.

Danford, CFP®, CRSP®, MBA, of Family Investment Center, explains three reasons to invest and why savings alone will not allow you to meet your financial objectives.

In this week's edition of Money Made Easy, host Dan Danford answers this financial question from a viewer: What's the biggest mistake individual investors make?

Danford, MBA, CRSP of Family Investment Center, explains the keys to your personal financial success and what resources are available to help you get there.

In this week's edition of Money Made Easy, host Dan Danford answers this financial question from a viewer: I've been participating in my company's 401k plan for 7 years and I've not seen much growth beyond my own contributions and the company match. Is my investment mix wrong? Should I be looking to do something else?

Danford, MBA, CRSP of Family Investment Center, offers his financial advice on when the time is right to change your investment mix or plan.