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Insurance is one of life’s necessities that is easy to overlook or push to the back burner – until you need it. Unfortunately, many families find that they are underinsured, are overpaying, or simply don’t have the right kind of coverage. In honor of National Insurance Awareness Day on June 28, here are five common, costly insurance mistakes and how to avoid them.
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Taking on the role of power of attorney (POA) agent for a parent can feel overwhelming, because it is. It means stepping into their shoes, often during times of vulnerability, and making important decisions about their finances, healthcare, or both. But while it comes with legal authority, it also comes with emotional weight and familial complexity.
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Deciding on the best living arrangement for your aging parents is a complex and often emotional process. It involves considering the factors that affect their physical health, emotional well-being, financial situation, and overall quality of life. Here are key aspects to weigh as you make this important decision:
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Whether it’s saving for a child’s college fund or putting money away to purchase a vacation home, savings are a critical element of achieving your financial goals. But outside of savings accounts, what are some other ways you can manage your savings?
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The earlier you're able to take a closer look at your financial goals and how you’re working toward them, the better shape you'll be in when the time for retirement comes around.
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Are you planning for retirement? It may not seem urgent if you're young, but the earlier you start, the better prepared you'll be. Early planning allows you to harness the power of compound interest, where your investments grow exponentially over time.
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Do you know the 60/20/20 rule for budgeting? How much you should have in your emergency fund? Or why you should keep your credit card utilization at 30% of your limit? Many Americans are unfamiliar with these financial basics. If you’re new to these rules or just want a quick refresher, read on. Below, we’ll give you the tools to build your financial knowledge, from short-term savings to retirement planning.
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Are you a financial procrastinator? It’s easy to put off certain financial tasks, whether they be paying a specific bill, creating an emergency fund, or writing a will. The simple truth is that nothing good can come from procrastinating on these items. A late bill incurs interest, and you unfortunately never know when a will or emergency fund will be needed.
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Whether retirement is right around the corner or decades away, it’s good to be prepared. As you look ahead, look out for these all-too-common retirement planning pitfalls:
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Whether you’re saving toward retirement or the down payment on a car, you want to know your hard-earned cash is steadily growing. Despite the low average rates for savings accounts, you don't need to resort to risky investments to make the most of your money.
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