If you’re worried about the effects of inflation on your retirement, here are six tips to help you stick to your plan.
Retirement
10 Money Moves to Make in Your 40s
When you reach your 40s, most likely your responsibilities have increased significantly. With that in mind, it’s more important than ever to figure out how to allocate your hard-earned dollars. To manage day-to-day expenses and accomplish your longer-term financial goals, you’ll need a plan you can live with and adjust it to your changing needs.
10 Money Moves to Make in Your 70s
When you reach your 70s, life slows down a little. You may be planning to retire, or already living in retirement. Whatever your situation, there are ways to make your 70s more enjoyable and stress free, especially when it comes to managing your finances. If you still choose to work in some capacity, or simply want to enjoy your leisure time and hobbies, here are some tips to help you live the retirement you want.
Should You Contribute to an IRA?
Many Americans are lucky enough to have a retirement savings plan through their employers. If you don’t have that option, an Individual Retirement Account – or IRA – allows anyone with earned income to save for retirement. And if you’re self-employed, you can use an IRA to create your own retirement plan. In addition, there are special rules that may allow a stay-at-home spouse to contribute to one as well. Continue reading
Which Takes Priority, Retirement or College?
Like most people, you probably have many financial goals you’d like to accomplish. If you have children, helping them pay for college may top the list. Continue reading
Tips to Save for Emergencies and Your Future
If you feel like you could do more to improve your saving and investing habits, or don’t know how to get started, here are some tips to help. Financial experts agree that there are two important things to focus on: start and contribute regularly to an emergency fund and contribute at least 10% of your paycheck to a retirement account.
Rules of Thumb to Save for Your Future
For many of us, retirement is years away, for others it may be right in their rearview mirror. No matter where you are in life, you may wonder if you’re saving enough for when you quit working. Although each person’s situation and goals are unique, considering these simple rules of thumb can help take the guesswork out of retirement planning, so you can develop a winning savings strategy. Continue reading
10 Money Moves to Make in Your 50s
As you head into your 50s, there are some important steps you can take to ramp up your financial security. For instance, even though retirement may be years away, evaluating your progress along with other long-term goals can help you shift priorities and make the most of your money.
Here are 10 tips to help.
Ways to Stick with Your 2022 Resolutions
A new year typically brings new challenges. Maybe you have some financial resolutions you’re already working on. But what are the best ways to help you stick with them so your circumstances change for the better — permanently?
Here are some money moves that can help you stay on track this year.
Bump Up Your Retirement Account This Year
Most likely you have plenty of to-dos on your list. When it comes to saving for your future, where is it on your list? Here are some tips to help you understand your options and improve your overall retirement savings picture.