Of the mistakes older Americans can make in managing their retirement savings, failing to take required minimum distributions (RMDs) from qualified retirement accounts, like IRAs and 401(k) accounts, is among the most serious. Retirees over age 70½ are generally responsible […]
Are health insurance premiums taking too big of a bite out of your budget? Do you wish you had better control over how you spend your health-care dollars? If so, you may be interested in an alternative to traditional health […]
For many families, this is an important question. Unfortunately, most dual income couples feel that both of them have to work in order to meet their expenses and maintain their lifestyle. If you evaluate your situation financially–factoring in the cost […]
Some people go swimming by diving into the pool; others prefer to edge into the water gradually, especially if the water’s cold. A decision about investing can be somewhat similar. Is it best to invest your money all at once, […]
Starting a new job can be exciting. But, as you look forward to your new opportunity, consider carefully how you will manage your employer-provided benefits while transitioning from one workplace to another. When you leave a job, your employee benefits […]
