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Most of us have heard of financial planners. They help you manage your money. But is that enough? Life planners offer to merge your financial hopes with your life goals. Which planner might better serve you? Kai finds out from George Kinder, the author of the book "The Seven Stages of Money Maturity: Understanding the Spirit and Value of Money in Your Life."

George Kinder is the author of the book "The Seven Stages of Money Maturity: Understanding the Spirit and Value of Money in Your Life." (Courtesy George Kinder)

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