Estate planning can be a difficult task. While many people try to cut corners by doing paperwork themselves, the best way to handle estate planning is to enlist the help of a financial planner. Even if you have your estate planning documents in order, your goals may not be accomplished. Many objectives that work towards …
One of the most important life lessons is how to handle finances in adulthood, but it is not something that is often taught. While you may take a class in finance or economics, this does not prepare you for real life. Income, investments, bills, assets, liabilities, the list of financial decisions in life goes on …
The Social Security Administration releases its annual changes for the Social Security program every October. This year, as with every year, changes go into effect on January 1st, 2018. Those who rely on social security for living, or just want to keep track of how the changes will affect them in the future, can expect …
Investing is one of the most popular ways to make money without taking a second job. In today’s world, investing is used for many things. People invest their money to save for retirement, save for their children’s education, or purchase a new home. When it comes to investing, there are many options available. Stocks, bonds, …
As a new year approaches, there’s no better time to improve your finances than now. If having more financial stability is on your list of resolutions, setting up a plan that incorporates all aspects of your finances should be your top priority. While we all have great aspirations for achieving our goals as we ring …
The holidays are the most joyous time of the year for many people, but they can also be the cause of overwhelming stress. Financial stress associated with finances associated with holiday gifts, travel, and party hosting can take a toll on you. It may seem like the list of items to purchase is never ending, …
Most people know someone who has gotten caught in a market bubble. Bubbles occur in all markets. In the financial industry, stock market bubbles trap owners, forcing them to make a financial move, leaving them with either profit or loss. The stock market works in cycles. The process of a market cycle goes up, peaks, …
Everyday living expenses add up to have a significant impact on your weekly budget. Between rent, utilities, groceries, loans, and insurance, it seems there isn’t much left in the bank after a hard week’s work. While some expenses can’t be avoided, others may be causing you to live outside of your weekly or monthly budget. …
For as long as you can remember, you’ve been given advice to save and invest your money, right? After all, that’s how you plan for the future. But, how are you supposed to save and invest your money when you are faced with debt? Debt is the leading obstacle that prevents people from growing their …
Options are great tools for long term trading and risk management. When you utilize the right options strategy, you can limit your risks and maximize your return. Options give the stock holder the right to buy or sell the underlying asset at a specified price. As a holder, you are not obligated to buy or …