How to Create Financial Stability in Shaky Times
Published: November 3, 2020
Do some self-reflection to pin down what stability means for you. Maybe you don't want to feel anxious when you check your bank balance, or you hope to save enough for retirement so you won't have to worry about the future. Whatever your focus, feeling stable means you won't have to constantly worry about money.
17 Ways to Teach Kids About Money
Published: October 22, 2020
Teaching kids about money, including how to save and spend wisely, can set them up for long-term success.
7 Credit Card Tips
Published: September 23, 2020
Make credit cards work for you by maximizing rewards while avoiding debt. Credit cards are a way of life. Leaving home unburdened by cash is great and so is getting a free airline ticket or hotel stay, cash back, or other rewards just for spending money. Credit cards are just so easy and convenient to use. But that convenience has a downside: Credit cards can be the source of debt troubles too. That's why it's important to understand the role of credit cards in your financial life.
Working Remotely in the Pandemic May Generate a Tax Surprise
Published: September 15, 2020
If the pandemic caused you to relocate across state lines, even temporarily, the next surprise could be having to file an extra tax return and potentially pay more taxes.
Why Taking Social Security Early Costs Too Much
Published: August 27, 2020
Longer lifetimes make the penalty for taking Social Security early, and the reward for delaying, too high. Starting Social Security early typically means getting a smaller benefit for the rest of your life. The penalty is steep: Someone who applies this year at age 62 would see their monthly benefit check reduced by nearly 30%.
Midyear $ Checkup: 5 Things to Review Now
Published: July 21, 2020
Your quarantine summer may be lacking in exciting vacation destinations but it can still be filled with days in the sun and plenty of relaxation. While you're taking a break from 2020, consider taking the time to do a midyear financial checkup. It can give you a sense of control over your finances and contribute to your overall peace of mind - two things everyone could use this year.