The Cost of Procrastination
You’ve experienced one of the costs of procrastination. Procrastination can cause missed deadlines, missed opportunities, and just plain missing out. Procrastination…
Getting a Head Start on College Savings
The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates a middle-income family with a child born in 2015 can expect to spend about…
Where Will Your Retirement Money Come From?
For many people, retirement income may come from a variety of sources. Here’s a quick review of the six main…
Personal Finance Tips for Military Families
One survey found that 77% of military personnel have some financial worries, mostly regarding their lack of savings to cover…
What If You Get Audited?
“Audit” is a word that can strike fear into the hearts of taxpayers. However, the chances of an Internal Revenue…
Important Birthdays Over 50
Most children stop being “and-a-half” somewhere around the age of 12. Kids add “and-a-half” to make sure everyone knows they’re…
The Economics of Borrowing from Your 401(k)
When times are tough, that pool of dollars sitting in your 401(k) plan account may start to look attractive. But…
Dealing with a Divorce
Divorce can be a lengthy process that may strain your finances and leave you feeling out of control. But with…
Choosing a Retirement Community
Perhaps you’ve seen ads for a new “over 55” luxury condominium development in your town. Or another winter of shoveling…
Sudden Wealth
What would you do with an extra $10,000? Maybe you’d pay off some debt, get rid of some college loans,…
What is the importance of a diversified portfolio in retirement?
It’s difficult enough to plan and save right for retirement, given today’s topsy-turvy financial markets. What’s more, it can be…
How Your Savings Account Can Become Your Retirement Redeemer
Many news stories and advisors lately seem to focus investment strategies as a surefire way for people to gain extra…