If you have already drawn up your will, good for you! You are ahead of the vast majority of Americans. But you aren’t necessarily in the clear. According to a recent article by US News and World Report, it...
Money and assets can get messy. Especially when people are involved. So it’s no surprise that estate planning is an arduous feat. According to a recent article by The New York Times, it doesn’t stop there. “Deciding how your...
There are certain things you look forward to doing: watching your grandchild’s t-ball game, vacationing on the beach, and gardening. And there are certain things you may put off–and dread– doing: taxes, medical appointments, and estate planning. According to...
Credit scores. From the bank to your landlord, everyone seems to be interested in them. Credit scores can say a lot about your financial decisions. According to a recent article by U.S. News and World Report, there are a...
There are many things to think about when it comes to retirement. Spending time with family, traveling, and enjoying your hobbies, to name a few. But a recent article by U.S. News and World Report says there are also...
A widow/widower is not probably something you look forward to becoming. But as you get older, the possibility of becoming a widow/widower increases. According to a recent article by USA Today, planning for such a possibility could greatly benefit...
As your parents get older, there are certain discussions you will need to have. Health, death, and finances are a few topics that adult children tend to shy away from when it comes to conversations. According to a recent...
Americans are feeling pretty good about finances lately. Spending looks good. Investing looks good. According to a recent article by CNN Money, U.S. consumer confidence is still near its 17-year high, which peaked in November. “Confidence has been fueled...
Everything changes after retirement. The way you handle the holidays is no exception. According to a recent article by U.S. News and World Report, retirees should be careful of how they spend their holidays. “If it’s your first year out...
It can be tough to pinch pennies when you have small children at home. The wants and the needs of the young ones can be a big hit to your pocketbook. But a recent article by U.S. News and...