“Well, today people have to be self-reliant if they want a secure retirement income.” – Scott Cook It is impossible to know exactly how much money you will need for your retirement but it is possible to get a good idea. So let’s talk about some practical ideas...
“Preparation for old age should begin not later than one’s teens. A life which is empty of purpose until 65 will not suddenly become filled on retirement.” – Arthur E. Morgan Working provides people with a purpose, and retirement needs a purpose, too. We...
“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.”- Leo Buscaglia Long-term care is taxing on the family and on the...
“Sometimes the poorest man leaves his children the richest inheritance.” – Ruth E. Renkel You could – even unintentionally – be leaving someone out in the cold by not updating your financial and insurance plans. I have a friend whose ex-husband...
“A Roth IRA with a 401(k) makes a lot of sense.” – Charles Hamowy IRAs, 401(k)s, Roth IRAs and Roth 401(k)s are similar in many ways. There are also some important differences in these types of accounts, especially when it comes to family income. Families above...
“A goal without a plan is just a wish.” – Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Careful review is a part of good financial stewardship. It helps you know if you are on the right track, allows you to adjust your goals, and helps to ensure that your actions agree with those...
