Beyond Medicare: How to fund health care costs in retirement
As retirement draws closer, many of us cling to a false sense of security that Medicare will cover all of our health care costs. Once we hit 65, it’s all taken care of and we…
So you want to retire early? What you can do now to prepare
You’ve done your time. You’ve had a long (and hopefully rewarding) career and are ready to ease into retirement. There’s one problem. You’re not quite officially retirement age yet. You have a few years (maybe…
Helping your child buy a home
How quickly they grow up. Spend a few minutes talking to parents whose children are now grown up and you might hear a common refrain that goes something like this: the years go by so…
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. Covering your mortgage with insurance may help. These…
Make your mortgage work for you
When was the last time you reviewed your mortgage to make sure it was providing you with all the financial benefits possible? A mortgage is the largest investment many of us will make in our…
Do you need an emergency fund? 6 reasons you do
An emergency fund is like building cardio in your exercise routine. It strengthens your daily financial wellness (like your heart and lungs), increases your long-term financial health (similar to your metabolism) and can lead to…