Pros and cons of health reimbursement accounts
A health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) is a tax-advantaged benefit that allows both employees and employers to save on the cost of healthcare.
Covering your mortgage with insurance
If you, your spouse or life partner would pass away or if you become disabled and are unable to work, your family could potentially lose your home.
The biggest financial pressures facing retirees, and how to plan for them
Retirement is a time for pursuing your passions, reaping the fruits of your life’s work, and making the most out of life. But there are many financial pressures facing those planning to retire in the coming months and years.
Estate Planning for Lifetime Partners
There have been some distinct changes in the American cultural and sociological landscape in recent decades. Among them is the increasing number of unmarried couples living together as lifetime partners. This trend has created estate planning challenges for the individuals involved. Here are a few of the more common estate planning issues that may affect…
In the middle of everything:
Tips for those caring for both kids and parents
It’s called the “sandwich generation” – mid-career people who are caring for kids still in the house and taking on more care for their aging parents as well.
When Stock Markets Peak, Check Your Emotions
Emotions often drive investors to make poor decisions and underperform. Successful investing and overall fitness both often come down to discipline (and planning). Why aren’t you reaping the investment returns you read about in the financial press? Why aren’t you reaping the benefits of going to the gym? One obvious answer that you might not…