The federal reserve meets again later this month to make a decision about interest rates. There are 8 scheduled meetings each year; this will mark the 6th of those 8 scheduled meetings. While most of us read about the results from headlines...
Identity theft is on the rise. The most recent statistics come from 2014, according to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, an estimated 17.6 million Americans were victims of identity theft. That is nearly 7% of US residents. Most victims...
One of the greatest worry’s for anyone who is retired, is running out of money. Of course, if we knew how long we would live it would make the process much less stressful. We could simply spend down our...
Life’s emotional challenges are often intertwined with life’s financial challenges. When it comes to advanced financial planning, these life challenges are scrutinized for their financial impact. Consider three significant life-changing events: • the birth of a child • the...
Given current market valuations and the pending interest rate movement, many investors are drawn to short-term investments. Fortunately for those looking to invest for the short-term, there are multiple options available for short-term investing: Treasury Bills Short-Term Bond Funds...
According to a survey by the Society of Actuaries, one of retiree’s biggest fears are investment losses. According to their study, 56% of retiree’s are “apprehensive that their investments will lose value in retirement.” This begs the question: is...