The View on the Other Side of the Fiscal Cliff
Americans have a long history of independence: whether embarking on a harrowing voyage to an unknown land, striking out to…
New Year Means New Rules for IRAs
The dropping of the big ball on New Year’s Eve usually means resolutions, bowl games, and eating black-eyes-peas for good luck….
Pensions
If you are one of the millions of Americans who plan to rely on government pension benefits following retirement, it…
Make Sure That You’re Covered Long-Term
We’ve all heard the horror stories about the investor who did everything right, who had the right job, maxed out…
When Should You Start Taking Social Security?
The time when you feel as though you’ve been working for as long as you can remember and are longing…
The Impact of Obama’s Re-Election on Financial Advisors and Their Clients
No matter what side of the fence a person is on, like most of the country,he/she is just grateful that…
Why Do Women Trail Men in Retirement Planning
It’s often said that mothers naturally put others first, which, admirable as it is, becomes a problem in terms of…
Final Expense Insurance: An Affordable and Thoughtful Essential
Mortality is never a pleasant notion to ponder, but as it is one of life’s absolutes, spending just a few…
Finding the Right Financial Professional
So you’ve finally made the wise decision to work with an advisor. You realize that especially in today’s volatile environment,…
401k UPDATE: November to Bring Critical Turning Point
November often acts as a transition into many things: the holiday season, end of the year preparations, and winter’s arrival. …
How to Teach your Children about Money
It’s never too early to start teaching your kids the right and wrong ways to manage money. When I was…
Retirement Planning: A Recipe For Success
Planning your investments to build a retirement fund can be a dizzying prospect. The various questions and options and details…