Financial Benefits of Medicare
Sixty-five can be considered the golden age because once you hit it, you don’t have to worry about all your retirement going towards health insurance. It’s hard enough planning for retirement and trying to decide how much money you will need to live off of comfortably for the rest of your life; and adding healthcare […]
Avoid these Retirement Saving Regrets
What are some of the biggest regrets retirees have surrounding their savings? Let’s take a look at a few that you’ll want to make sure you avoid. Failing to Diversify There are many ways to save money for retirement. Often times, people contribute their entire retirement savings into pre- tax savings accounts. However, it’s good […]
What To Know About A 529 Plan
Saving for college comes with a lot of choices. What type of college fund is the right choice for your situation? Or will you just use a standard savings account to keep track of your college money. One type of college fund you should be aware of is the 529 plan. There are a lot […]
Compounding Interest and your Financial Future
When you are just settling into your career, the last thing on your mind is planning for retirement. Something a little more pressing on the brain will be things like paying off your student loans, saving up for a house or new car, things that will benefit you right now and well into the future. […]
5 Great Ways To Make Extra Cash in 2022
It’s 2022 and like many people, you are looking for ways to earn extra money, right? Well it’s never been easier to make (and save money) online. The trick is to know where to start! That’s why our editors came up with this ultimate list to help you find online surveys, investment tips or even […]
A Quick Guide to Compound Interest
You’ve heard the name before and you might know a little about what it is, but it’s time to take a little closer look at this amazing tool you could be using to increase your hard-earned money into something more. If you were lost before, hopefully this quick guide should answer some questions or get […]
Keeping Track of Your Finances as You Get Older
Life is chaotic and the more years that go by, the more chaos seeps into your life whether you plan for it or not. You accumulate more stuff, life experiences, and also finances and assets. Try making your life as easy as possible by keeping track of all your finances and assets with these tips. […]
Choosing the Right Investment Fund
The best time to start investing is when you first enter the workforce. Whether you’re putting money away for your children’s college or for your retirement, investing your money into some kind of fund is a great idea to consider. Contributing the smallest amount you can will still be a huge benefit for you down […]
So, You Think You’re Ready for Retirement?
After all the hard work you’ve put into the work force, you think you’re finally ready to retire and relax. There’s a lot of other things you should consider besides reaching the age of 65 before you officially stop working. Before you slide into the life of retirement, stop and think. Do you have all […]
401K’s Explained
I considered the title “401K’s for Dummies,” but that didn’t seem fair. There is a lot of information about 401K’s that is not widely known. And that does not make you dumb. The first thing I think of when I hear 401K is Pheobee from the sitcom Friends calling it a 4-O-Onek. Always makes me […]