Worried about outliving your income? Here’s how to start planning for your retirement needs.
Teens are adults in training and an important part of your family's financial picture. Help them build good habits so they're ready for the future.
If you’re approaching retirement age, you may be considering a move to a more retirement-friendly state, particularly if your current state of residence imposes numerous taxes on social security, pensions, and other retirement income. While making the decision to relocate is not something that can be done lightly, there are a variety of options available nationwide that may allow you to retain more of your retirement income. Of course, taxes alone are not the only...
College and retirement require serious savings. Is it possible to save for both?
Knowing both your financial and emotional risk tolerance could be vital to your portfolio performance.
We all remember savings bonds. Once a popular gift for young children, parents could secure the bonds knowing that they could cash them out in the future. At that time, savings bonds were typically purchased through an employer or a local financial institution. What made them particularly appealing was the ability to purchase a $50.00 savings bond for $25.00. The idea was to hold onto the bond until maturity, where the bond could be redeemed...
Even with planning, our actions can be skewed by our emotions. Is it possible to overcome them?
While no one expects to become disabled, 1 in 4 Americans do so prior to retirement age. An accident, an unforeseen medical event, a catastrophic injury can all lead to temporary or permanent disability. So, what happens when you suddenly find yourself unable to work? Most people turn to Social Security Disability. Unfortunately, the Social Security Administration offers limited disability benefits that are notoriously difficult to obtain. Difficulty aside, if you are lucky enough to...
As your parents age, they may become less capable of managing their own finances. Here are some ways to approach the subject.
If you don’t know the difference between asset-backed securities and securities, you may want to take a look at these common financial terms and their definitions. Asset Backed Securities Asset-backed securities are bonds or notes that are backed by assets such as credit card accounts receivable, auto loans, and home equity loans. Blue Chips Blue chips are well-established, well-recognized, financially stable companies. Blue Chip companies offer a variety of products and services, have been in...
*This content is developed from sources believed to be providing accurate information. The information provided is not written or intended as tax or legal advice and may not be relied on for purposes of avoiding any Federal tax penalties. Individuals are encouraged to seek advice from their own tax or legal counsel. Individuals involved in the estate planning process should work with an estate planning team, including their own personal legal or tax counsel. Neither...
If you’ve always dreamed of living abroad, now may be the best time. Today, there are around 400,000 American retirees residing outside the United States, with that number expected to grow over the next few years. Cost of living is often cited as one of the main reasons for the move. For example, in places like Mexico and Costa Rica, it’s possible to live off of a Social Security check, while enjoying a relaxing lifestyle...
