How long will my retirement savings last?
One of the top questions I hear and read about is some version of, “How long will my money last?” In most cases, people are concerned about running out of money in retirement. With so […]
10 reasons people retire poor (and how you can avoid it)
With the cost of living going up and the minimum wage going down, the number of poor retirees is on the rise. Workers can barely stick their necks above the waters, and people are forced […]
Tips for parents of college students
When you wave goodbye to your college freshman, you’re likely entering a brand new phase of your relationship with your child. In general, this is a time when young adult children need to find ways […]
7 steps to investing in stocks online
Investing in the stock market is one of the ways to grow your wealth over time. There’s a good chance that you won’t be able to meet your financial goals without investing, so it makes […]
Handling a financial windfall
Who hasn’t dreamt of all the crazy things they’d buy if they were to win the lottery? Or stared out into the night sky, wondering if there is some great-aunt out there planning to leave […]
Want to retire early? Here are 6 reasons you shouldn’t
Early retirement sounds good on the surface, and for many early retirees, they are having the time of their lives. Typical early retirees have expert-level knowledge of cash flow (in other words, money in vs. […]
How to save money from your salary
Americans are notoriously bad at saving money. Not just in the traditional sense, for the big stuff we want, like a car, college, a home and retirement. But also for the little bumps and hiccups […]
Why debt-free living leads to more happiness
Being debt-free is a hot topic nowadays. Everyone wants to know how to pay off their student loans, credit card debt or mortgage. Some people want to be debt-free because they’d like to save for retirement or […]
What percentage of income should I save?
Putting a portion of every paycheck into savings can be an important step toward building financial security. Parents, financial professionals and TV pundits like to press that point when they talk about setting lifetime goals, […]
5 financial milestones to hit by age 40
It’s never too early (or late) to look ahead and secure your financial future. If you’re wondering if your personal finances are on target, here are some milestones to consider. Retirement seems a lot closer […]