I recently talked about reducing the cost of college. Another way to reduce the cost? Take advantage of the money available to many students! Many high income earners assume the…
Encourage your student to think about their future financial self It's that time of year that kids pack the U-Haul and head to college. (I'll be facing that in two…
Are Parents Investing In The Right Things? It's that time of year: the days are getting longer, the birds are beginning to sing again in the mornings, the first buds…
Weddings are a wonderful celebration and they are great for catching up with old friends. But I’ve noticed a few trends lately and I thought I would put together some…
As your loved one ages, he or she may require medication for health conditions. He or she may also take over-the-counter pills, vitamins, herbs, and dietary supplements. While each medication…
Old age should come with a caution label for many reasons. Most of us expect to live longer than our parents or grandparents. And with longer life come difficulties –…
Reach out and help, no matter where you live Life in today’s America commonly finds families strewn across states and even scattered from one end of the continent to the…
Will your adult children spend your money before you do? A Parent's Dilemma Ann may run out of money. Her deceased husband Ed and she saved prudently. Those savings and…
Suppose an elderly family member becomes incapacitated and has made no arrangements for such a situation. Advance directives are legal instructions that express a person’s wishes regarding financial and health…
Everyone who has ever traveled by airplane has heard the pre-flight safety instructions. Those instructions tell us, among other things, that adults should secure their oxygen masks before helping a…
How can we reduce the number of people who fall victim to financial fraud, and how can you avoid becoming a victim? _____ Few things make my blood boil…
To some, the term estate planning conjures up images of mansions and luxury, so why can’t "regular people" afford to ignore it? _____ Note: I am NOT an attorney!…
How can writing one check create a lifetime of memories for your grandchildren? _____ During my years working directly with life insurance, I learned a lot of unique ways…
How much do you know about the financial planning and preparations your parents have completed? It can be an uncomfortable conversation, but making the effort NOW can pay off for…
With wealth accumulated over many years and potentially a reduced capacity for decision-making, senior citizens are prime targets for criminals and others intent on stealing their hard-earned nest egg. What…