The Republican Tax Reform Plan
Major changes may be ahead for federal tax law. At the start of November, House Republicans rolled out their plan...
Are Too Many Baby Boomers Too Indebted?
Imagine retiring with $50,000 of debt. Some new retirees owe more than that. Outstanding home loans, education debt, small business...
Avoiding the Cybercrooks
Imagine finding out that your computer has been hacked. The hackers leave you a message: if you want your data...
An Estate Plan or a Wealth Transfer Strategy?
There are three degrees of estate planning: advanced, basic, and none at all. Basic is better than none, but elementary...
Should You Look at Insurance as an Investment?
Is a permanent life insurance policy an investment? One financial professional might answer that question with a “no,” while another...
Are You Really Saving Enough for Retirement?
Are you on track to save $1 million or more for retirement? If you are 50 or younger, you may...
Financial Priorities Young Families Should Address
As you start a family, you start to think about certain financial matters. Before you became a mom or dad,...
Before You Claim Social Security…
Whether you want to leave work at 62, 67, or 70, claiming the retirement benefits you are entitled to by...
Getting (Mentally) Ready to Retire
A successful retirement is not merely measured in financial terms. Even those who retire with small fortunes can face boredom...
Saving More Money, Now & Later
Directly & indirectly, you might be able to save more per month than you think. Hidden paths to greater savings...