With a record-high stock market and low-interest rates from the Federal Reserve, inflation if not already here, seems to be right around the corner. Inflation, a general increase in prices for goods and services, which reduces the purchasing power of money, may sound scary. Yet…
Storms such as Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Harvey, and Hurricane Imelda are happening with greater frequency and greater intensity every year. The World Health Organization lists floods as the #1 natural disaster in the world. The NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, predicts that the…
Have you ever taken a cross-country trip without a second thought about a potential health emergency? What about when traveling abroad? Most of us assume our health insurance fully covers an emergency when we are away from home, but medical coverage varies by provider. If…
Homeowners insurance is designed to protect you against the high cost of property damage. But just because you have home insurance doesn’t mean you have protection from all disasters and mishaps. For example, most homeowners insurance doesn’t cover flooding. Yet flood damage in the U.S….
One of the biggest concerns those self-employed, unemployed, or early retired have is how to pay for healthcare. According to EHealth, the average non-subsidized healthcare plan for a family of four was $1437 per month in 2020. And that is just the cost of premiums!…
No matter when you retire, you want to know what role Social Security will play in your financial future. Will it go away? How much can you expect? When should you start benefits? When Social Security started in 1935, it was created to provide support…
You’ve almost surely heard of a 401(k) plan, but what in the world is a 403(b) plan? Simply, a 403(b) plan is a tax-advantaged retirement account for employees of schools, churches, and nonprofits. In order to offer a 403(b), a non-profit has to be tax-exempt…
As the weather turns colder and the daylight becomes shorter, you may be busy planning for the holiday season. But something else worth focusing your attention on during this season is your finances. Like your physical health, your financial health needs a check-up at least…
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Each year, one of every 20 households file insurance claims due to theft, fire, wind, and water damage. In 2019, losses from natural disasters topped $25 billion, and 2020 is shaping up to outpace that number. It’s not something anyone likes to think about, but…
Retirement can be a daunting concept, especially if you have thoughts like “Will I ever be able to retire?” or “ I have no idea how much I need in retirement” floating around in your head. Truth is, these are common concerns for many people…
It’s 2020; old age is looming closer, accompanied by the threat of a lackluster retirement. Of course, you’re anxious about your financial future. But you’re too busy taking care of everyone else to do anything about it. According to this study by Employee Benefit Research…
This post is sponsored by Haven Life. There’s a good chance you have family or friends who have lived into their 90’s. Or maybe even a few to age 100 or beyond! The Social Security Administration reports approximately one in three 65-year olds today will…
Of all the decisions you make in life, estate planning is one of the most important. An estate plan is essential for protecting your family after you’re gone. When done correctly, an estate plan will ensure your final wishes are carried out while minimizing taxes…
What happens to your assets when you die? Unfortunately, there isn’t a cut and dry answer to that question. Some of your things will go through probate, while others won’t need to. It depends on the type of property you have and where you live….
Millennials are job switchers. Gallup polls have found that 21% of millennials report changing jobs within the past year. Outside of learning the new company org chart, job switching presents another challenge: what to do with your old 401(k) or 403(b). Currently, many millennials do…
If you don’t have a will, you’re probably wondering how much estate planning costs. Looking for legal help isn’t like shopping for new shoes where prices are published and you can compare easily. Estate planning doesn’t have to be expensive. Michigan, for instance, provides a…
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Retirement. Whether you’re 5 years or 35 years away from trading your time for money there’s a lot to consider. How will you spend your days in retirement? Where will you live? And how you will pay for it all? If you’ve not yet considered…
We know the thought of creating an estate plan might make your head spin. But failing to do so can cause way more mind-numbing, stressful, and time-consuming efforts later. Creating power of attorney (POA) documents as part of an estate plan assigns an individual the…
It seems like just yesterday your teenager was in a children’s car seat. But now your teen is ready to borrow the keys. You might have mixed emotions about them getting behind the wheel. But you’re definitely concerned about the cost of adding your teen…
There’s a good chance you’ve heard a lot of talk about retirement savings plans. In particular, most people are familiar with 401(k) plans. But if you work in the public sector, you likely won’t be able to get your hands on a 401(k). Instead, your…
Do you want to be a rich? Or would you prefer to be wealthy instead? Most people consider rich and wealthy as the same thing. But contrasting them and considering what they mean on a deep level can make a big difference in your finances….
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During health plan or open enrollment time, your place of employment probably looks like many others. There are lots of “water cooler” conversations about different plans, past experiences, deductibles, and copays. Health savings accounts or HSAs are drawing your attention, and you want to learn…
If you’ve asked yourself how you’ll save for retirement while also financially helping your kids and parents, you’re not alone. A few years ago, the Pew Research Center reported that almost half of all adults in their 40’s or 50’s were either raising a child…
You’ve heard the saying, “hope for the best but prepare for the worst,” and maybe you’ve taken it to heart. You’re getting ready to buy life insurance and researching disability insurance plans. Perhaps you’ve even written down some information on ‘in case of emergency documents’….
When you’re working on getting your financial house in order, it can be overwhelming to consider all the different insurance products you can (and sometimes are required to) purchase. To protect your financial future there’s insurance for your: Health Life Disability Vehicle Home Cell phone…
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If you have a love-hate relationship with insurance, you’re not alone. You love the peace of mind and protection insurance provides but hate seeing premium payments leave your bank account. Buying health, auto, disability, or homeowners/renter’s insurance helps protect you from being financially devastated by…