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2008 Press Coverage / Media Interest

Orlando Sun Sentinel, January 28, 2008 –The Garrett Planning Network was represented in an article about rolling over your 401(k) into an IRA.

USA Today, January 27, 2008 – The Garrett Planning Network was featured as a place to find a good financial advisor in “Turning 62: Research, caution help in handling lump sum.”

TODAY Show, January 25, 2008 – The Garrett Planning Network was mentioned on the TODAY Show as a wise choice for locating a financial advisor to help you plan your financial future. Read “5 experts reveal money-saving secrets” to learn more.

Appleton Post Crescent, January 23, 2008 – In “Markets ride wild wave,” Sheryl Garrett, founder of Garrett Planning Network, responded when asked if consumers should cut back on spending: "So many people have overextended themselves. If you're living on the edge when times are good, just what are you going to do when they get bad?"

MarketWatch, January 22, 2008 – Sheryl Garrett offered steps to help investors protect themselves and be goal oriented with their investments in “In managing your finances, keep courage under fire.”

Associated Press, January 21, 2008 – As Americans learn to live within their means, Sheryl Garrett, founder of Garrett Planning Network, contributes advice on being prepared when times get rough in “Consumers Retrench As Economy Weakens.”

Los Angeles Times, January 20, 2008 – One reader who was “blown away by planners’ fees” asked personal finance columnist Liz Pulliam Weston if there were any financial planner services for the ordinary working middle class. Weston responded with the Garrett Planning Network as the recommended resource in “First, build a down payment.”

MSN Money, January 18, 2008 – “One of the things that everyone needs to do is check their credit report," says Sheryl Garrett, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and founder of the Garrett Planning Network. "Most times, couples, especially longtime couples, have had credit in joint names. If you don't have separate credit, you need to establish separate credit. This can affect men just as easily as women." Read more helpful tips to make good financial decisions during a divorce in “Divorce 101: Restoring your finances.”

USA Today, January 17, 2008 – Sheryl Garrett, a financial planner and founder of the Garrett Planning Network, says that while she's a big fan of retiring debt-free, she doesn't think people should have all their money tied up in their house, with little cash available for unforeseen needs. Read more tips on retirement planning in “Retirement questions answered.”

USA Today, January 16, 2008 – Sheryl Garrett, CFP® has been featured on USA Today's Web site in an article about the retirement boom. The article contains one quote from Sheryl, but her photo is prominently displayed at the top of the online article along with 6 audio podcasts by Sheryl. Check it out in “Managing your retirement fund can be tricky.”

USA Today, January 16, 2008 – “Financial planners in the Garrett Planning Network usually offer fee-only, pay-by-the hour advice, and might be a good fit if you are a do-it-yourself investor and want a one-time check-up or regular financial reviews. Financial Planning Association offers planners for investors of all levels of financial sophistication.” This was one of the tips in “5 tips to protect your lump sum.”

Bradenton Herald, January 15, 2008 – Sheryl Garrett, CFP®, founder of the Garrett Planning Network, recommended ways to skimp around the house and put that money into investments in “How to survive spiraling economy: Play a game.”

InvestmentNews, January 14, 2008 – Sheryl Garrett was quoted in the article, “Financial advisers looking for silver lining in the clouds,” to offer a positive outlook on economic downturns. "When people get nervous about the economy and their job, it actually causes them to realize they better get their stuff together. It can be a blessing for them and us," she said.

Walton Sun, January 9, 2008 – Sheryl Garrett, founder of the Garrett Planning Network, was interviewed while promoting her book Personal Finance Workbook For Dummies® in “Financial planning expert offers advice.”

Parade Magazine, January 6, 2008 –“Your biggest single asset is your ability to earn money,” says Sheryl Garrett, a financial advisor in Shawnee Mission, Kansas. “In a weaker economy, you want to strengthen your marketability.” Read “Feel Secure About Your Money” to see Sheryl’s advice on staying job-ready.

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