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New Date for FAFSA Filing: October 1
Important Changes: If you have a student in college or bound for college next year, the process for filing the FAFSA starts October 1st.
Too Good to be True
An old adage says: “If it seems too good to be true, then it probably is!” About ten years ago, some wealthy investors were given an opportunity to earn an average 12% return and never lose money. They invested millions! Unfortunately, this story is true and it didn’t end well!
Let’s Talk Free Trade
Free trade has been a hot topic recently. Both presidential candidates have made very pointed negative remarks about our various free trade agreements.
Hacked! It Can Happen to You
The 2016 presidential election has been far from boring! One of the most attention-grabbing events involved the 20,000 private emails between members of the Democratic National Committee that were exposed to the public.
Got EE Savings Bonds?
Quite a few people have savings bonds that they purchased or received as a gift years ago. If you’re one of those people, you’ve probably wondered what they’re worth or what you can do with them now?
Who You Gonna Call?
If you have a ghost problem, it’s obvious to call “ghostbusters”, but when you need assistance with your money, things get much more serious. Finding an advisor who has the knowledge, experience, and ethics requires you to look under the hood and kick the tires.
International Stocks: Is it Time to Buy, Sell or Hold?
What’s going on with the international stock market? Prudent investors use international stocks to diversify their portfolios.
Getting Divorced? Understand the Money Issues
Divorce is a traumatic experience and financial aspects can add to the stress. Decisions are hard to make if you don’t have a clear and complete understanding of the family’s current financial situation and what your future may look like.
Who Should You Trust?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 250,000 professionals call themselves financial planners or advisors. When looking for advice, how do you determine who is qualified to provide you the personalized plan that can achieve financial independence?
Smoking and Financial Health
Smoking cigarettes will negatively impact your physical health. This is a widely known fact. Have you considered the financial impact?
After the Vote: Impact of Brexit
The UK is leaving the EU. Reaction: Yikes! What does this mean to you and me? Nothing or everything? Why did they vote to leave? What will change and how quickly?
Who Will Care for You?
Americans age 65 and older have more than a 70% chance of needing some form of long-term care. Aging at home as well as residing in an assisted living facility or retirement community are all options.
