5 tips for financial and retirement planning in 2021
(BPT) - The past year has presented countless challenges, and for many, a reassessment of goals — especially when it comes to finances. A new survey shows attitude shifts including a renewed …
Financial Tips for Parents to Teach Their Children
Children often dream of the day they can call themselves grown-ups, but few look forward to – let alone think about – the financial realities of independence.
6 tips to pay for your child's college education
(BPT) - College tuition bills are due right around the corner. It’s true that college can be expensive, but knowing all of the different financing options available and making a plan can help you and other parents find peace of mind.
Fraud Watch: Avoiding COVID-19 Related Medicare Scams
(BPT) - Medicare fraud is not a new issue and long predates the pandemic, but during times of crisis, scammers often get more aggressive and creative with targeting seniors. Scammers have taken ample …
First steps in retirement planning – for all Americans
(BPT) - Even if you’re young, newly employed or haven't yet started to save for retirement, many financial professionals agree planning is key to achieving a sense of security for your future. …
Emotional Investing And Social Media
(NAPSI)—When it comes to gathering information to make an investment decision, investors have access to a variety of online information sources, from investment platforms to news and social media. …
Tax Prep Tips You Need Now from Financial Pros
(NewsUSA) --Tax time is just around the corner, and although many people still face various degrees of financial upheaval in the wake of the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, the IRS now says that taxes …
Gold and Silver Join Blockchain Era with Digital Debut, Public Exchange Listing
(NewsUSA) - Silver and gold, long-time staples in the global economy, are entering the age of digital finance. Gold and silver have a history as safe-haven investments, trusted units of account, …
Military Families Make Financial Planning a Mission
(NewsUSA) - Military families are the foundation of our nation's security, and they deserve respect and support for their dedication and service to the country. And given the unique challenges and …
Engagement Rings Bring Your Love Story to Life
Engagement rings mean many things -- romance, love, commitment. Each love story is unique, each engagement ring is the start of a new love story, and each will be a witness to a lifetime of memories.
Fostering Employee Investment Diversity Improves Business Outcomes
(NewsUSA) - Whether you are new to the workforce or a seasoned pro, retirement planning is the secret to long-term wealth, and it is never too early or too late to make a plan to live your best life …
Fine-Tune Your Finances Now, Reap Rewards Later
(NewsUSA) - Many people spend a lot of time planning and fine-tuning their physical fitness, and that often includes working with a personal trainer. Why not think of financial fitness in the same …
4 Top-of-Mind Questions from College Students Filing Taxes for the First Time
(BPT) - Are you in college, or a recent graduate getting ready to file your taxes for the first time? You probably have many questions, such as how to file, whether you can get any tax breaks, and …
Don’t Go Uncovered—Finding Your Own Health Insurance Post-Graduation
(NAPSI)—“I may need health insurance after graduation.” Perhaps this is the last thing you are asking yourself but may be among the most significant. About one in five people in their 20s do …
Need a financial checkup? Try these 4 tips
(BPT) - Springtime has finally arrived and for many that means engaging in a little spring cleaning. Traditionally, this entails a deep home cleaning — scrubbing the windows, dusting the …
5 steps you can take to be actionable in your financial education
(BPT) - Make no mistake: The past several months have been challenging — both financially and emotionally — when it comes to the disruption the COVID-19 global pandemic brought to our …
3 savvy ways to manage your finances
(BPT) - During challenging times, there’s nothing more stressful than trying to manage your money (especially if your cash flow has been disrupted). Between expenses like rent, groceries, …
Experts Share Advice on Confusing Tax Situations Created by Pandemic
In 2020, Americans experienced firsts across virtually every aspect of life. Now, with an extended tax deadline of May 17 approaching, the implications for such an unusual year have some people wondering how all those changes might affect their tax refund.
How this family went from debt to a seven-figure net worth
(BPT) - When they first got together, Andy and Nicole Hill thought they were doing fine financially. They made about $130,000 a year. They bought what they wanted and went out to dinner when they …
The power of planning: Getting retirement savings on track after COVID-19
(BPT) - Planning for retirement is an important step toward long-term financial wellness at any age. Even though everybody knows to expect the unexpected, no one could have predicted how the events …
5 Tips to Rebuild Your Savings and Unlock Opportunities
(BPT) - The pandemic created a lot of uncertainty for people, especially when it comes to their finances: unemployment was up, spending was down and pretty much everything felt like a roller coaster. …
Supporting fair housing, inclusivity in your community
Home and property ownership is a nearly universal part of the American dream. An unfortunate reality of our nation’s past and present, however, is that this dream has been much more difficult to achieve among minority groups.