Saving for retirement is an important financial task. And while there are plenty of options available, many Americans are still confused about how best to prepare for retirement. In fact, only 34% of Americans said […]
If you’re considering the most affordable cities for retirement, a new ranking makes a strong case for Ohio. The folks at GoBankingRates.com ranked the 100 largest U.S. cities based on how much annual retirement income would be […]
Do you wish you had more time with new grandchildren? Then lobby your employer to follow the lead of Cisco, which offers grandparents on its payroll an extra three days off, paid. Karen Wiens is […]
The side hustle? It’s a trap! And if we’re not careful, we’re going to end up with a new economic category: The Four-Income Household. In fact, we might already be there. America is right now […]
Call it a sign of economic prosperity—Americans are quitting their jobs at an increasing rate. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job quits continue surpassing layoffs and discharges—a trend that started in July 2011. […]
Do you have knots in your stomach over your financial situation? Sleepless nights? Creditors calling? You need a plan. And if bankruptcy is on your mind, it’s time to do your homework and see if it’s the […]
An employer-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan is one of the best ways to save for retirement. They’re easy to set up, you can contribute directly from your paycheck and you receive significant tax benefits by participating. […]
A recent study claims that college-educated workers on average hit their salary ceiling in their 40s and early 50s. But that doesn’t tell the whole story. Earning power varies significantly based on gender, and the […]
Chances are you’ve considered how much money you would need to earn in order to buy a home. The answer, of course, depends largely on where you live. To give you an idea, finance website HowMuch.net recently crunched the […]
Sometimes it’s painful to realize that we’re exactly where we’re supposed to be. Coming to an understanding that your financial life is primarily the result of the entire set of financial decisions you have made so far […]