Starting Over Financially at 60
Life is tough when everything seems to fall apart. A divorce, a death, a job that was a sure thing … Continued
My Money – Planning Retirement
How to Choose a Mutual Fund
Some investors like picking stocks and investing in specific companies. There’s nothing wrong with that. But investing in mutual funds … Continued
How Working Past 65 Changes Financial Planning
A 2015 Gallup poll showed 37% of Americans won’t retire until after age 65, up from 31% in 2009 and … Continued
5 Surprising Reasons You Need Life Insurance
A key benefit of life insurance is it can provide enough money to help family members stay in their homes, … Continued
Retirement Planning Takes a Backseat to Vacation Planning for Most Americans [Infographic]
When it comes to planning a family vacation or planning for retirement, Americans choose vacation. In fact, 53% of American … Continued
4 Biggest Retirement Planning Mistakes
Avoiding these common investment pitfalls now will help bring financial security later. Most of us know that neglecting to save … Continued
How Much Do I Need to Retire?
Less than half of Americans know how much they’ll need to save for their retirement, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. The amount depends on things like when you decide to leave the workforce, the type of retirement lifestyle you’re planning, where you’ll live and your health. The bottom line, however, is that it’s never too early or late to begin saving for retirement. Here are some ideas to get you started:
Long-Term Care Facts & Statistics [Infographic]
Planning ahead for the likelihood of needing long-term care can provide a feeling of financial security about your retirement years. Click … Continued
Investing in the Stock Market: Life or Death? [Infographic]
Let’s face it, financial planning can be scary. In fact according to a new Nationwide Financial survey, many investors are still afraid of another financial crisis and Americans are still hesitant about investing in the stock market.
Life Insurance Income Replacement [Infographic]
A sound financial plan should include an appropriate amount of life insurance. Protect your loved ones by making sure your life insurance plan can replace the income your family needs to maintain its standard of living.
Yesterday Is History and Tomorrow Is a Mystery
So that makes today the perfect day to start thinking about long-term care (LTC). If you’re 55, this is probably … Continued
A Quick Guide to Retirement
Tips to start saving for your future. Have you put off planning for retirement? You’re not alone. According to the … Continued
Should You Downsize Your Home for Retirement?
When the kids left for college, you had big dreams for their unoccupied bedrooms. Your daughter’s room had potential to become the art studio you’ve always wanted. And your son’s room? Say Namaste to your new yoga studio.
Now, as you look back, you realize those rooms have barely changed. So moving toward retirement, you’re starting to wonder if you really need all the extra space. To help you make educated decisions about your retirement options, here are four things to consider as you decide if downsizing is the right choice for you.
Top Five Cities for Your Retirement
Ah, the golden years. When you finally reach retirement, the big question may be “Where should I go?” Deciding where … Continued
Nationwide Survey Shows Americans Need Help Preparing for Retirement
Small business owners and their employees see the need for better retirement saving options. A new small business survey by … Continued