Category: Savings

We can all almost say money is always on our minds…how much do I have in my account? Am I able to afford that? Do I simply enough? Being aware of your financial health is important. Studies reveal Americans could be saving more with 65% save little or nothing at all, and half could end […]Continue reading

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Oftentimes we tend to be unrealistic when it comes to planning how much we can achieve and how long it will take, especially when it comes to setting money goals. A general rule to reaching your financial goals is to establish a plan that prioritizes your goals by timeframes: short-term, mid-term, and long-term. Classifying your […]Continue reading

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We all have financial responsibilities that can become a balancing act. Some that are significant to us while others aren’t. With competing financial obligations, there never seems to be enough money to go around and retirement becomes the least of our worries. A recent survey reveals 64% of Americans aren’t prepared for retirement and 48% […]Continue reading

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Today, Americans 65 and older are more likely to be working than in 1985. More than 20% are working part- or full-time, and the numbers are projected to continue climbing, according to a recent study.1 Reasons for working longer? There may be a whole spectrum of reasons, but most of it comes down to rising […]Continue reading

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6 Common Retirement Questions For Educators How to Prepare For Retirement   Introduction In today’s uncertain economy and volatile markets, the retirement dream can seem elusive. Many Americans are worried about whether they can afford to retire and how to ensure that their savings last as long as needed. Many retirees and pre-retirees in the […]Continue reading

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When it comes to retirement, both men and women face many risks. However, women are faced with greater financial obstacles:   Living longer. It’s a known fact that women enjoy a longer lifespan than their male counterparts. As a matter of fact, they’re outliving men by an average of four years.1 This longevity risk requires […]Continue reading

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 Today, women are providing more financial value to their household than ever before. Studies show 51% of women are responsible for household finances while 37% reported to be the primary breadwinner of their family (compared to 31% in a 2013 study).1 Whether you are single, married, working, or a stay-at-home mom, if you have people […]Continue reading

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6 Important Financial Strategies For Your 20’s and 30’s Personal Finance & Investing For Generations X and Y   Introduction 20 and 30-somethings have very different personal finance and investing priorities than their parents. Instead of worrying about Social Security benefits and catch-up IRA contributions, you might be worrying about digging yourself out of student […]Continue reading

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