401k, finacial planning, investing, IRA, saving money, stocks, taxes · July 18, 2018
Mid-Year Investment Review
When was the last time you checked that your investments still reflected your long-term investment strategy?
children, financial independence, investing, IRA, kids, retirement, saving · July 4, 2018
Your Kid’s Summer Job Can be an Amazing Financial Opportunity
If your child or grandchild is getting paid for a summer job, it is an amazing opportunity for you to teach two of the most powerful financial lessons.
investing, retirement · June 27, 2018
Home in On Your Best Retirement Plan
More than eight in 10 Americans at least 65 years old own a home. And surveys report that not moving is the later-life American Dream: older homeowners report that they intend to “age in place” rather
ETFs, investing · May 14, 2018
You Don’t Need Deep Pockets to Invest
I often hear from people who want to invest on their own, but they tell me they don’t have the $3,000 or $5,000 or $10,000 to get started.
investing, stock market, stocks · May 2, 2018
Why You Should Hope for a Bear Market
When stocks fall at least 20 percent it signals a bear market. One of the best investment tips I can offer you is to root for a bear market for stocks.
finacial planning, financial independence · February 21, 2018
No More Excuses: Get Money Smart—For Free. The Time is Now
I am continually frustrated when I read surveys that show how anxious many Americans are about their financial situation.
family, financial independence · December 27, 2017
Happiness is Always Affordable
As we head into a new year, I am sending my wishes for a year full of happiness, to all of you.I know your life is busy.
401k, retirement, stocks · December 6, 2017
How to Protect Your Retirement From this Growing Risk
A recent poll reported that investor confidence is at the highest level since 2000, and nearly 70% of investors are optimistic about the stock market’s performance for next year.
children, family, financial independence, saving · June 28, 2017
Are You Ready to Declare Your Financial Independence?
I hope you have a fantastic July 4th, and that it includes some time to reflect on the principles of our democracy that are celebrated on this holiday. We have so much to be grateful for.
investing, women and money · May 31, 2017
I Always Knew It: Study Proves Women Better Investors Than Men
Ladies, the jig is up. You can moan all you want about how you’re not “good” at investing, or it’s too confusing. I’ve long told you those are just excuses you have talked yourself into, yet that have no logical…