Pensions and Retirement

05 Jul 7 Practical Tips for Starting an Emergency Fund Today

Posted at 23:01h in Insurance, Travel and Tax, Money and Your Partner, Pensions and Retirement, Saving and Investing

Everyone knows that it’s a good idea to have an emergency fund, right? And it makes sense. Life is full of unexpected surprises, and having some money tucked away and readily accessible is incredibly helpful when you have unplanned situations arise. Why you need an emergency...

10 ways to talk to your husband about financial decisions

05 Jul 10 Ways to Talk to Your Husband about Making Financial Decisions

Posted at 22:55h in Money and Your Partner, Pensions and Retirement, Saving and Investing

One of the most common things for spouses to argue or disagree about is money. In fact, many marriages end because couples cannot come to a consensus about money—what to spend, what to save, what to buy, what not to buy. Then there’s paying bills,...

05 Jul Managing Finances After Your Husbands Death

Posted at 22:46h in Insurance, Travel and Tax, Money and Your Partner, Pensions and Retirement, Saving and Investing

Living and dying are two things that every single person on the planet have in common, no matter their race, socioeconomic status, or nationality. But we often don’t know when death will come for us or our loved ones. If an illness is something your husband...

05 Jul Should I Cash Out My 401(k) Plan to Pay off Debt?

Posted at 22:35h in Money and Your Partner, Pensions and Retirement, Saving and Investing

Have you ever wondered if it would be worth it to cash out your 401(k) plan to pay off debt? Many people think about doing this, so you’re not alone. First, congratulations for wanting to lower your debt and for starting to think of creative ways...

05 Jul When Should I Take Money From My Retirement Plan?

Posted at 22:18h in Money and Your Partner, Pensions and Retirement, Saving and Investing

Have you ever considered tapping into your retirement funds when money gets tight? If so, you’re not alone. It’s hard to see that money sitting there when you could really use it, right? However, before you borrow or withdraw money from your retirement plan, you need...

05 Jul Tips for Women to Claim Social Security

Posted at 22:05h in Insurance, Travel and Tax, Pensions and Retirement, Saving and Investing

Social Security is a benefit many of us look forward to when we near retirement. We can’t wait to start collecting monthly payments to help us retire comfortably after we’ve finished working. But claiming Social Security for women can be tricky, and whether you’re married,...

05 Jul Getting Your Financial House in Order

Posted at 21:59h in Money and Your Partner, Pensions and Retirement, Saving and Investing

We live in one of the most wonderful yet challenging times on this planet. There are so many things pulling on our attention, from career and family responsibilities, to household needs and improvements, to paying bills, and technology changes. Add to the mix a sick,...

05 Jul What’s the Difference between a Mutual Fund and an ETF?

Posted at 21:53h in Insurance, Travel and Tax, Money and Your Partner, Pensions and Retirement, Saving and Investing

There can be a lot of confusion when it comes to understanding the different types of investments available today, but it’s important so that you can make the best choice for you and your financial situation. You definitely want to understand how the different options...

20 Jun 11 Risks Women Face in Retirement

Posted at 23:20h in Money and Your Partner, Pensions and Retirement, Saving and Investing

We are supposed to look forward to our retirement years as a time to relax, to enjoy family, friends, travel, and maybe to volunteer. We don’t want to have to worry about living expenses and hope that our retirement plan or 401(k) will suffice so...

20 Jun 7 Tips to Stay Focused on the Retirement Finish Line

Posted at 23:16h in Money and Your Children, Money and Your Partner, Pensions and Retirement, Saving and Investing

As you go to work day in and day out, it can seem like retirement will never arrive. You may wonder if your paycheck deductions for your 401(k) or your contributions to your IRA are worth it. After all, you could really use that money...