Many of us have experienced the cost of financial literacy gaps at one point or another. And if you’re like most folks, the gaps in your financial literacy probably cost you at least $500 last year alone.1 Think of it as a type of financial illiteracy tax. However, there is good news: you do NOT have to […]
How do you get ready for a trip? What travel habits do you rely on to get around, stay safe, and still have fun? Whether you’re going across town, across the country, or to the other side of the world, what you do before you take off — and what you know while you travel […]
Seven Key Tips for Planning Elder Care Navigating the complexities of elder care for loved ones can be challenging, and it is a journey that many of us will embark on as our parents or other family members age. Noticing signs of decline in our loved ones is always hard, and making care decisions for […]
Are you currently negotiating a new job offer or searching for a new role? This article aims to guide you on your journey. The question is: how do you ensure you receive a salary that mirrors your worth? Many professionals unintentionally accept salaries lower than they should simply because they're unaware of industry standards.1 Understand […]
Would you enjoy your retirement more in the U.S. or abroad? That’s not an easy question to answer, and the right answer is different for everyone. After all, we don’t all want the same things in retirement, and we all retire with different resources, agendas, and expectations. That can make some places better (or worse) […]
There’s a good reason there’s an estimated 74 to 96 million owned cats and 70 to 80 million dogs in the U.S. With wagging tails, slobbery kisses, and little whiskers that make for adorable Instagrams, pets give us that warm, cuddly feeling inside. They are part of our families and some of our best friends. […]
The digital world has transformed professional industries in unique ways that prior to internet access would have been impossible. Doctors can monitor patients remotely, lawyers can offer counsel online, software can complete your taxes for you, and even financial investments and advertisements can be made without any face-to-face contact. To some this would sound ludicrous […]
4 Reasons You May Consider Keeping It When it comes to retaining life insurance in retirement, there are two schools of thought regarding its necessity. The primary purpose of life insurance is to protect your family against a loss of income should you or your spouse pass away. Life insurance benefits are especially important for […]
More Americans are retiring earlier than you might think Planning for retirement is without a doubt a long-term project that takes years of saving and adjusting to prepare for successfully. It certainly isn’t a fix it and forget it endeavor. But no matter how well you prepare or how diligently you save, the reality is […]
For many Americans, the art of saving is something that they have yet to master. This is especially true for those who have just entered the workforce or have gotten their first good-paying job. The mantra of these young professional men and women is often to want to spend instead of saving, and it might […]
It’s daunting to think about the day when you may not be able to live independently and care for yourself. But planning early for long-term care can keep you from becoming overwhelmed in the event that you develop a chronic illness, disability or other condition. By planning your care now, you’ll be more likely to […]
As a young gun in the industry, you might not care about your employee stock options, but for those who pay attention, there are potential benefits. In this article we are going to look at two things, first what exactly are employee stock options, and secondly why you may want to consider taking advantage of […]
