Millennials inhabit a world in which there is rising inflation, debt, and healthcare costs. Now is the time for millennials to consider making investments that may put them in a position to succeed over the long term. Millennials make up more than a third of America’s population and are a driving force of the economy. Millennials have a lot at …
The Millennial Message, DON’T DELAY PLANNING!
Many millennials find planning their financial futures a daunting task. It need not be so. We offer some suggestions to get you on your way. When it comes to saving and investing, time is an invaluable asset. When you’re young, you have time to benefit from the compounding of earnings. You also have time to recover from your mistakes. Check …
College is Expensive. Make Sure You Have a Plan in Place.
Are you aware of the different options available to you when saving for your children’s (or grandchildren’s) college costs? Here is a glimpse at each option. The hallmarks of an ideal college savings plan would include limitless contributions, important tax benefits, minimal impact on financial aid, and flexibility in choosing a college. No one savings plan is perfect, but some …
The Future of Money and Why Cash Could be Kaput
The rise of mobile pay and what it might mean for your personal finances. The growth of mobile payments has far outpaced that of credit cards, making a cashless society much more likely in the near future. Here’s what to expect as this phenomenon starts to snowball. Faster Checkouts. It doesn’t matter where you shop, mobile apps make checking out …
Let’s Talk Executive Compensation Packages
Those perks may come with great responsibility. When you reach the executive level at an established company, you are offered some potentially significant rewards for staying put. Here are three common perks. Stock options. Your firm gives you an agreement by which you have the chance to buy the company’s stock at a set price for a set period. You …
Saving for College—Today
College can seem costly, but with an early start and prudent planning, it can be reasonably affordable. Here are some options to start saving for your child’s college costs right now. The amount you’ll need to save depends on the college your child attends and the financial aid offered to you. The trick is to start planning while your child …
Why Couples Fight Over Money.
You see money one way, your partner sees it another. Don’t let financial disagreements take a toll on your relationship. Differences about money can cause friction in your relationship. That’s why a trusted, impartial financial advisor can be such a valuable intermediary when couples disagree about spending, savings, and investments. A financial advisor can address your differences through a process …
The Danger of an Auto Pilot Investor
Auto-pilot is regularly used to fly airplanes. But is it a good idea for your retirement investments? An increasing number of automated retirement plans are appearing on the market, promising to adjust your investments over time. These plans have features such as automatic enrollment, default contribution rates, and automatic asset allocation based on a target date. Automated plans have pros …
Time May Change Your View of Wealth
Your investment strategy and estate plan should keep pace as your views evolve. Time changes our perspective on many things, including our finances. Perhaps you used to think that money would solve all your problems, or that you didn’t want to spend your time and energy thinking about your finances. You’ve lived, and you’ve learned. The value of money is …
Retiring Soon? Look at Your Life Insurance
As you head into retirement, it makes sense to reevaluate your insurance coverage and make sure it’s sufficient. Now that you’re about to retire, it’s an excellent opportunity to take a fresh look at your life insurance coverage. It might be that you can give up a policy or two, or that you can change your coverage to better match …










