What’s your ideal retirement? Traveling? Practicing your favorite hobbies? Caring for loved ones? Whatever you envision, creating a plan of action can feel exhausting. There are, however, a few simple, yet commonly overlooked steps you can take today to help you feel more comfortable throughout your planning process.
In a perfect world, every money decision we make would be totally rational. We’d consider all of the facts. Then, we’d balance them with the risks to make the most logical choice...
Smart investing doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Current events matter, and this year, the 2024 Presidential Elections are taking center stage. That’s rattling a lot of us, causing more...
One of the best ways to prepare for the cost of college is to start saving early. Here are some pros and cons of a 529 savings plan to consider.
Smart investing doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Current events matter, and this year, the 2024 Presidential Elections are taking center stage. That’s rattling a lot of us, causing more election stress than ever before.1 It’s also raising a lot of questions about investing in election years, how to respond to market uncertainty, and what money moves truly make sense. Here’s a handful of key factors to keep in mind when you’re investing in an election year.
What was the last money mistake you made? If you’re like most folks, you’ve made at least one upsetting money mistake in the past year — and you’d like to do better. In fact, most folks admit their finances have not gotten better over the past year. And at least half of them say the real problem is that their money mistakes have turned into bad financial habits.
Thinking about retirement and fixed-income living can be overwhelming. Here are some things to consider when planning your retirement.
The most important thing about retirement is doing what makes you happy. What would you do with your time if you weren’t working 40 hours every week?
When thinking about our physical health, it’s common to take a holistic approach. So why don’t we approach our financial health the same way?
Balance is seen as one of the keys to making the most of your investments. But what does a balanced portfolio look like?
If your kids are starting to enter the workforce, whether it’s a part-time job just for the summer or a full-time job after graduation, it’s essential they know how to practice healthy financial habits.
If you’re five to 10 years away from retirement, it’s time to start getting specific about your plans after exiting your career.
