College is tremendously expensive, and there is no end in sight to increases. Smart parents plan for this expense early on, often with a financial advisor. There are several factors involved. Fee structure When selecting your financial advisor, be sure to be aware of...
Retirement seems like a long time away. In fact, when we are young, retirement may feel like something in the far distant future rather than the inevitable fact of life that it really is. Many people do not have adequate retirement money set aside. Some people even...
The end of the year is the best time to take a look at your finances and begin to regain control. With retailers keen on moving merchandise through the holiday season, the beginning of tax season, and the motivation that accompanies a new year, now is the best time to...
Company pensions are increasingly becoming scarce. Therefore, one of the vehicles that was available to the workers of previous decades are no longer accessible for most private sector workers. More and more companies are moving toward 401(k) plans as the primary...
When an individual authors a will or plans how their estate’s final affairs are to be handled, many issues must be resolved. One such consideration that often arises is the designation of beneficiaries (persons who receive the decedent’s assets). During...
